Sony
The BIONZ XR processor delivers an 8x speed boost for real-time AF and image processing, while the 50MP CMOS sensor and 4K 60p recording oversampled from 7K yield exceptionally detailed video. The bundled Capture One Pro software streamlines raw editing, and simple color profiles suit creators seeking natural, ready-to-grade footage. This camera is best for product photographers and YouTube creators who prioritize high-resolution stills and smooth 4K output over handheld vlogging.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong video (77th percentile) 77th
- Strong sensor (73rd percentile) 73rd
Cons
- Below average social proof (4th percentile)
- Below average build (20th percentile)
- Below average display (28th percentile)
- Below average burst (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Megapixels | 50 MP |
| Processor | BIONZ XR |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
Build
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony | Fujifilm X-H2S | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 | OM System OM-1 | Nikon Z Z8 | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 50MP | 26.2MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 45.7MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 315 | 1053 | 493 | 121 |
| Burst FPS | - | 40 | 75 | 10 | 120 | 15 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @30fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 454 | 579 | 721 | 511 | 907 | 580 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony | 35.4 | 38.1 | 19.9 | 32 | 76.7 | 73.1 | 46 | 28.1 | 51.2 | 4 | 34.2 |
| Fujifilm X-H2S Compare | 89.4 | 96.1 | 93.6 | 92.6 | 97.4 | 96.9 | 98.3 | 98.8 | 94.3 | 93.2 | 94.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Compare | 86.7 | 88.9 | 96.3 | 94.6 | 97.1 | 61.6 | 90.4 | 85.4 | 94.3 | 75.8 | 96.5 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 97.5 | 83.7 | 93.9 | 84.4 | 46.8 | 95 | 85.4 | 86.4 | 82.5 | 86.8 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 91.3 | 93.6 | 86.8 | 99.8 | 98.6 | 69.9 | 90.1 | 85.4 | 94.3 | 60.8 | 92.6 |
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III Compare | 81.3 | 84.7 | 93.6 | 90.4 | 68.7 | 46.8 | 92.8 | 85.4 | 94.3 | 99.9 | 96.5 |
Usage Scores
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