Sony
Sony a1
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | data not available | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 92.7 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 67.5 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | data not available | |
Age adjustment: ×0.93 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Sony a1 is a flagship full-frame mirrorless camera with 8K video and blazing-fast performance, as demonstrated in the 13 sample photos on SampleShots. It's designed for professionals who demand the best in resolution, speed, and video capabilities. Its high price point makes it inaccessible to many.
📸 Browse 2,377 real-world sample photos taken with this camera by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Release Year | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 50.1 Megapixels |
| Sensor Size | 35.9 x 24 mm |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Max Image Resolution | 8640 x 5760 |
| ISO Range | Auto, 100-32000 (extends to 50-102400) |
| Max Video Resolution | 7680x4320 (30p/25p/24p) |
| Weight | 737 g |
| Dimensions | 128.9 x 96.9 x 80.8 mm |
| Special Features | 8K video recording at 30p was a standout feature when the Sony a1 was introduced in 2021. |
Last updated: June 10, 2026
🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Sony a1, sourced from SampleShots.
🛒 Where to Buy the Sony a1
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🔌 Compatible Lenses
Native Sony E Mount
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD
Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS (SEL24105G)
Sony Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical
Sony 24-720mm f/3.5-6.4
Sigma 19mm F2.8 DN
Sony Rokinon 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS (RK3512-E)
Sony Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8
Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter
Sony TTARTISAN 27mm f/2.8
Zeiss Loxia 2.8/21
