Sony a1 II Mirrorless Camera

Sony a1 II: The Pinnacle of Mirrorless Versatility

The Sony a1 II redefines what a professional camera can be, merging cutting-edge technology from Sony’s flagship models into one powerhouse. With its unparalleled combination of speed, resolution, video capabilities, and robust design, the a1 II is tailored for professionals across diverse fields—sports, wildlife, portraiture, events, and cinematic video production. Building on the original a1’s legacy, the a1 II integrates new AI-driven autofocus, enhanced image stabilization, and advanced connectivity, making it the ultimate "do-everything" camera.

Key Features

Unmatched Imaging Performance

• 50.1MP Stacked BSI CMOS Sensor: Offers incredible detail and speed, with reduced rolling shutter effects and 15 stops of dynamic range.
• 30 fps Continuous Shooting: Capture the decisive moment with a blackout-free electronic shutter, supported by AF/AE tracking.
• Pre-Capture Shooting: Record up to 1 second of images before fully pressing the shutter, ensuring you never miss fleeting moments.
• Refined Image Stabilization: 8.5 stops of 5-axis in-body stabilization—3 stops better than its predecessor—enables handheld shooting in even dim lighting.

Advanced Autofocus and Tracking

• AI Processing Unit: Introduced for enhanced subject detection and tracking, including humans, animals, birds, insects, cars, and airplanes.
• Human Pose Estimation: Tracks body and head positions, improving focus accuracy for portraits, sports, and fast-moving subjects.
• Real-Time Tracking and Eye AF: AI-powered tracking ensures precise focus, now 30% faster for human eyes and 50% faster for animal eyes.
• Customizable AF Areas: New XS and XL focus spot sizes cater to a broader range of subjects and compositions.

Pro-Grade Video Capabilities

• 8K and 4K Recording: Record 8K 30p video with 8.6K oversampling and 4K 120p with 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling for stunning clarity and detail.
• Dynamic Active Stabilization: Smooths motion during handheld shooting, especially when walking or moving.
• Framing Stabilizer: Keeps subjects centered automatically using AI-powered cropping and recomposing.
• Breathing Compensation: Reduces focus breathing for consistent framing, perfect for cinematic shooting.
• Professional Color Options: Includes S-Cinetone, ProRes RAW output, and LUT import for advanced color grading.

Enhanced Body Design and Usability

• Durable Build: Inherits the robust design of the a9 III, with improved weather sealing and an ergonomic grip for comfort during long shoots.
• 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen: A 3.2" 2.1m-dot LCD offers flexible angles for high and low shooting and intuitive touchscreen controls.
• High-Resolution EVF: Features a 9.44m-dot QXGA OLED Tru-Finder with 120 fps refresh rate for sharp, fluid motion.
• Dual CFexpress/SD Slots: Supports CFexpress Type A and UHS-II SD cards for fast read/write speeds and versatile recording options.

Streamlined Connectivity

• Fast Data Transfers: Equipped with a 2.5GBASE-T wired LAN port, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s), and built-in Wi-Fi for rapid file sharing.
• Voice Memo Function: Record notes directly to images, with options for FTP transfer and text conversion using Sony's Transfer & Tagging app.
• Composite Shooting Modes: Achieve ultra-high resolutions (199MP Pixel Shift) or noise-reduced images using multi-frame compositing.

The Sony a1 II is the ultimate hybrid camera, blending professional-grade photo and video capabilities with next-generation AI and stabilization technologies. Whether capturing fleeting wildlife moments, cinematic video, or high-resolution product shots, the a1 II is the ideal tool for professionals who demand versatility without compromise.