Sony Alpha 1 Mirrorless Camera Body
The One
The Sony A1 allows you to realise your vision in ways you never imagined. This extraordinary camera takes the Sony Alpha series to a new level, delivering spectacular 50.1MP stills at up to 30 fps plus 8K 30p video. With world-first innovations, exceptional autofocus, and intuitive features for seamless professional workflows, the Sony A1 puts the future of image-making in your hands.
- 50MP Full-Frame Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor
- Up to 30 fps Shooting, ISO 50-102400
- 8K 30p and 4K 120p Video in 10-Bit
- 4.3K 16-Bit Raw Video Output, S-Cinetone
50.1MP Exmor RS BSI CMOS Stacked Sensor
BIONZ XR Processor
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting
Body Design and Connectivity
The Sony A1 boasts an impressive combination of a QXGA OLED Tru-Finder EVF and a tilting touchscreen LCD. The Tru-Finder EVF offers exceptional eye-level viewing with its high 9.44m-dot resolution, 0.9x magnification, and dedicated 240 fps High Quality+ setting for smooth motion rendering. With a long 25mm eye point, 41° field of view, and a fluorine coating for easy cleaning, the EVF ensures bright, clear, and detailed viewing. Additionally, the 3.0" 1.44m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD provides flexibility for shooting from high and low angles, while its touchscreen functionality enhances intuitive shooting control and menu navigation. The updated menu structure complements different workflows and settings selections for movie recording and stills shooting, working seamlessly with the rear LCD's touchscreen design.
Key Features
- 50.1MP full-frame Exmor RS CMOS sensor for spectacular detail, tonality, and colour.
- Continuous blackout-free shooting at up to 30 fps with AF/AE tracking.
- High-resolution 9.44 million-dot OLED viewfinder with a world-first 240 fps refresh rate.
- Groundbreaking electronic shutter flash sync up to 1/400 sec.
- Future-proof 8K 30p and stunning 4K 120p 10-bit 4:2:2 internal video recording.
- Advanced AI-driven Real-time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds.
Benefits
- Never miss a critical moment with ultra-fast, vibration-free silent shooting.
- Enjoy smoother handheld video and sharper stills with 5.5-step, 5-axis in-body image stabilisation (IBIS).
- Seamlessly integrate into professional workflows with 5GHz Wi-Fi and dual CFexpress/SDXC card slots.
- Shoot confidently in challenging lighting with 15 stops of dynamic range and expansive ISO capabilities.
Specifications
- Sensor: 50.1MP Exmor RS CMOS
- Processor: BIONZ (8x more powerful)
- ISO Range: 100–32000 (Expandable to 50–102400)
- Continuous Shooting: Up to 30 fps
- Viewfinder: 9.44 million-dot OLED (240 fps refresh rate)
- Image Stabilisation: 5-axis IBIS (5.5-step advantage)
- Video Resolution: 8K 30p, 4K 120p
- Storage: Dual slots (UHS-II SDXC and CFexpress compatible)
- Construction: Weather-resistant magnesium alloy
FAQs
1. Does the Sony a1 shoot 8K video?
Yes, it captures astonishingly detailed 8K 30p video, as well as 4K at up to 120p for incredibly smooth slow motion.
2. What is the maximum continuous shooting speed?
The camera can shoot up to 30 fps blackout-free with full autofocus and auto-exposure tracking using the electronic shutter.
3. Can I use flash with the electronic shutter?
Yes, the Alpha 1 is the first Alpha series camera to feature electronic shutter flash sync, supporting speeds up to 1/400 sec.
4. How good is the autofocus for wildlife photography?
Exceptional. It features advanced AI technology and algorithms for Real-time Eye AF, specifically calibrated to track humans, animals, and birds in flight.
5. Does it have in-body image stabilisation?
Yes, it features a 5-axis optical in-body image stabilisation (IBIS) system providing an impressive 5.5-step shutter speed advantage.
Applications & Use Cases
* Sports & Action: Leverage the 30 fps blackout-free shooting and Real-time Tracking to capture split-second athletic feats without electronic distortion.
* Wildlife & Birding: Utilise the silent electronic shutter and Real-time Bird Eye AF to photograph timid subjects without causing disturbance.
* Cinematography: Record future-proof 8K 30p or oversampled 4K 120p footage with 10-bit 4:2:2 colour depth for high-end commercial and documentary productions.
* Studio & Portraiture: Maximise detail with the 50.1MP sensor and electronic shutter flash sync, or use Pixel Shift Multi Shooting for incredible 199MP composite images.
| Specification | High FPS Shooting, Touchscreen, 8K |
|---|---|
| Best Seller | No |
| Camera Series | Sony Alpha |
| Pixels | 50.5 MP |
| Max Resolution | 8640 x 5760 |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
| Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 30 fps at 50.1 MP for up to 155 Frames (Raw) / 165 Frames (JPEG) |
| Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo), External Microphone Input (Stereo) |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Live View | Yes |
| Screen Coverage | 100% |
| Brands | Sony |
| Choose Style | Body Only |
| GTIN/UPC Code | TBC |
| Cashback Enable | No |
| Wi-Fi Enabled | Yes |
| Product Weight | 1.000000 |
| External Battery Charger | No |
| HDR Mode | No |
| Face Detection | No |
| Panoroma Mode | No |
