ALPHA

THE ONE

Sony continues to challenge the limits of conventional imaging tools with innovative technology that delivers an unprecedented combination of resolution and speed plus intuitive operation. The α1 offers new dimensions of imaging performance as well as efficient workflow, giving the user new creative freedom.

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  • ILCE-1

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4 different type of image subject
α1 Photo Gallery
Model jumping in the air Model jumping in the air

The α mission

The α mission is to give creators the power to realize their dreams. The α1 is its most potent expression to date.
Volleyball player serving Volleyball player serving

50 MP at 30 fps

The latest Sony technology delivers unprecedented speed and resolution for new creative possibilities and workflow. 
Cycle racer turning a corner Cycle racer turning a corner

Resolution and speed

Waves hitting rocks Waves hitting rocks

Overwhelming image quality

A fox looking forward A fox looking forward

Incomparable AF

50.1MP 35 mm full-frame stacked CMOS sensor with integral memory

Advanced BIONZ XR engine boosts speed by up to 8x

30fps continuous shooting with AF/AE tracking

Movie making with 8K 30p and 4K 120p

Wide AF coverage with 759-point phase-detection and 425-point contrast detection AF points

DIMENSIONS

Image of ILCE-1
A : 96.9 mm (3 7/8 inches) / B : 128.9 mm (5 1/8 inches) / C : 80.8 mm(3 1/4 inches)

COMPONENTS

Z-series Rechargeable Battery Pack

NP-FZ100
5
(1000)
Starting at 1
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Multi Battery Adapter Kit

NPA-MQZ1K
4.0
(10)
Starting at P 20,990.00 1
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Battery Charger for NP-FZ100

BC-QZ1
5
(1000)
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Vertical Grip

VG-C4EM
5
(1000)
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Shotgun Microphone

ECM-B1M
5.0
(2)
Starting at P 18,100.00 1
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XLR Adapter Kit

XLR-K3M
3.7
(3)
Starting at P 31,000.00 1
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Eyepiece Cup for α cameras

FDA-EP19
5
(1000)
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USERS SAY

4.5
4.5 based on 141 customer reviews
Picture quality
Good
Sound quality
Good
Performance
Excellent
Design
Excellent
Ease of Use
Good
  • 1 Prices indicated refer to Suggested Retail Price which includes 12% VAT for cash purchase and may change from time to time without prior notice.
  • 2 Approximate effective pixels.
  • 3 Sony tests, compared to the BIONZ X engine.
  • 4 "Hi+" continuous shooting mode. At 1/125 s. or higher. In AF-C mode the maximum continuous frame rate will depend on the shooting mode and lens used.
  • 5 With 10% image crop.
  • 6 This product is also known as ILCE-1/BQ E38
  • * Actual color and dimension may differ from the screen image.
  • * Colours & features of the product shown may differ by model and country.
  • * 4K: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels.
  • * Services availability depends on region. A part or whole of software/services installed into or accessible through the product may be changed, discontinued, removed, suspended, or terminated without notice.
  • * Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
  • * The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license.
  • * This product is also known as ILCE1B.CEC
  • * For information about the external power supply bundled with the product (when applicable), please refer to the link regarding information on ecodesign requirements for external power supplies in accordance with the COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2019/1782 of 1 October 2019 laying down ecodesign requirements for external power supplies pursuant to Directive 2009/125/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Commission Regulation (EC) No 278/2009 https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/eco/environmental-management