Sony Mirrorless Camera a1 II
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
What Buyers Say
Sony Mirrorless Camera a1 II
The Sony A1 II earns strong praise for its superior autofocus, image quality, and speed, with many users upgrading from previous models and reporting noticeable improvements. Several reviewers highlight its excellence for wildlife and sports photography, though a few express disappointment with sharpness and software compatibility. Minor complaints include the fragile hot shoe cover and a complex initial firmware update.
Pros
- Superior autofocus performance
- Excellent image quality
- Fast burst shooting up to 30fps
- Improved ergonomics over A1
- Pre-capture feature
Cons
- Fragile hot shoe cover
- Complex initial firmware update
- RAW incompatibility with Mac
- Disappointing sharpness for sports
- Hot shoe water sensitivity
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
The OM-1 is overwhelmingly praised for its excellent build quality, ergonomics, and lightweight design, making it a joy to use for both hobbyists and professionals. Users highlight the improved menu system, powerful computational features, and impressive image quality, especially in high-resolution modes. While there is a slight learning curve for those switching from other brands, the camera's performance and portability are seen as major advantages over full-frame competitors.
Pros
- Excellent build quality and ergonomics
- Lightweight and portable system
- Improved menu system
- Powerful computational features
- Impressive image quality
Cons
- Steep learning curve for new users
- Incompatible with older BLH-1 battery
- No external battery charger included
- WiFi cannot connect to home network
- Limited video recording time information
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Mirrorless Camera a1 II | OM System OM-1 OM-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | — | BSI MOS |
| Size | — | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | — | 20.399999618530273 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 200 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | — | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 1053 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | — | 10 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | — | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | — | 240 fps★ |
| 10-bit | — | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | — | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | — | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | — | ✓★ |
| Articulating | — | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 0.51 kg |
| Battery Life | 420 shots | 520 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✗ |
| USB | Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery supp | USB-C★ |
| HDMI | HDMI connector (Type-A) 3840 x 2160 (59.94p / 50p / 29.97p / 25p | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Mirrorless Camera a1 II
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (75th percentile)
- Below average build (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average sensor (29th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average burst (33rd percentile)
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Sony Mirrorless Camera a1 II
No current pricing available
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 17 of 30 specs.