Sony Alpha a1 Black 2021
Canon EOS M M6 Mark II Black 2019
What Buyers Say
Sony Alpha a1 Black 2021
The Sony Alpha 1 is overwhelmingly praised as a revolutionary hybrid camera, with users highlighting its exceptional autofocus, high-resolution stills, and impressive 8K video capabilities. Many reviewers call it the best camera they've ever owned, particularly for wildlife and sports photography. However, a few significant issues are noted, including firmware updates that break Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and reject third-party batteries, plus a rare but serious EVF failure in direct sunlight. Despite the high price, most feel it delivers exceptional value for professionals.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus
- High-resolution 50MP sensor
- Impressive 8K video quality
- Fast 30fps burst shooting
- Excellent for wildlife and sports
Cons
- Firmware updates break Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
- Non-Sony batteries rejected after update
- EVF fails in direct sunlight
- High price
- Back screen quality mediocre
Canon EOS M M6 Mark II Black 2019
The Canon EOS M6 Mark II is widely praised for its compact size, lightweight design, and excellent image quality, making it a favorite travel companion and a worthy upgrade from bulkier DSLRs. Users love the sharp photos, responsive touchscreen, and the ability to use existing EF lenses via an adapter. However, common complaints include the lack of in-body stabilization, no headphone jack for video monitoring, and the discontinued EOS M lens system. A few users also mention accidental video button presses and the need for a weather-sealed body.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Excellent image quality
- Sharp photos with high resolution
- Responsive touchscreen
- Compatible with EF/EF-S lenses via adapter
Cons
- No in-body image stabilization
- No headphone jack for video
- Discontinued EOS M lens system
- Accidental video button presses
- Not weather-sealed
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Alpha a1 | Canon EOS M M6 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 50.099998474121094 MP★ | 32.5 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | DIGIC 8 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 759Contrast Detection: 425 | Phase Detection: 5481 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 14 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.265/XAVC HS, H.264/XAVC S-I, H.264/XAVC S | H.264/MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 9.4M dots★ | 1.0M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.41 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 430 shots★ | 305 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C (USB 2.0) |
| HDMI | HDMI | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Alpha a1 Black 2021
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Canon EOS M M6 Mark II Black 2019
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.