GoPro CHDFZ-311-RW
GoPro
47 Overall Score
vs
Sony a1 a1 II Black 2024
Sony
99 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
GoPro CHDFZ-311-RW
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Sony a1 a1 II Black 2024
85 out of 100 high confidence 58 reviews
The Sony A1 II is widely praised for its exceptional autofocus, pre-capture feature, and improved ergonomics, making it a top choice for wildlife and action photographers. Users highlight the AI-driven subject tracking, enhanced IBIS, and versatile button customization as standout upgrades over the original A1. However, some express disappointment with the unchanged hot shoe cover that can cause lockups, the lack of RAW support in certain editors, and the high price point. Overall, it is considered a significant but costly improvement for those who demand the best.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus
- Pre-capture feature
- Improved ergonomics
- AI subject tracking
- Enhanced IBIS
Cons
- Unchanged hot shoe cover
- Lack of RAW support in some editors
- High price
- EVF resolution drop during AF
- Single SD card slot limitation
Autofocus performance 12
Pre capture feature 8
Ergonomics and build 10
Image quality 9
Price value 6
Hot shoe cover issue 2
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Photography
Sports Wildlife
Product Photography
Youtube
Travel
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| GoPro CHDFZ-311-RW | Sony a1 a1 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
| Size | — | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 29.5 MP | 50.099998474121094 MP★ |
| ISO Range | — | 100★ |
| Processor | — | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | — | Phase Detection: 759 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | — | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K | 8K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps | 240 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | MP4 | H.265/XAVC HS, H.264/XAVC S-I, H.264/XAVC S |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 1.8" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✓★ |
| Articulating | — | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 9.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.35 kg★ | 0.66 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 420 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 |
| HDMI | — | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
GoPro CHDFZ-311-RW
- Strong build (78th percentile)
- Strong stabilization (76th percentile)
- Strong video (72nd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (71st percentile)
- Below average display (28th percentile)
- Below average burst (32nd percentile)
- Below average af (34th percentile)
Sony a1 a1 II Black 2024
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony a1 a1 II
Scores 99 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 17 of 33 specs.