Interchangeable-lens Cameras

Alpha 1 with superb resolution and speed

ILCE-1

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ILCE-1

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Control and reliability for any scene

Control, reliability

High-performance electronic viewfinder

The 9.44 million-dot (approx.) OLED viewfinder in the α1 offers the highest resolution in the industry at this time³. It features 0.90x magnification¹ with a 41° FOV for a clear, wide view, and an updated structure that results in a 25mm high eyepoint². A 240fps refresh rate with UXGA FOV is another world first³, for a clear view of fast action.

Panning shots with electronic shutter⁰

Using electronic shutter at low shutter speeds can reduce display response, making it difficult to follow fast subjects. Turn [Low Frame Rate Limit] ON to improve display response and allow panning shots.

Seamlessly switch full-frame and APS-C formats

M and S size images⁰ have the same number of pixels and AF area in the full-frame and APS-C modes, so you can switch seamlessly between full-frame [M:21MP] and APS-C [M:21MP] while shooting the same scene.

[1] Full Frame [2] APS-C

Set-up "Operation Customize" menu with cursor on "Different Set for Still/MV"

Separate settings for stills and movies

A subset of the settings now change according to the selected mode. This is ideal when you want to use different aperture, shutter speed, and other settings for shooting stills and movies⁰.

"Shooting" menu with cursor on "Image Quality"

New menu structure

Another feature requested by professional photographers and videographers: a revised menu structure for easier navigation, and touch-responsive menu operation for more intuitive control.

Customisable functions

164 Functions are assignable to 17 custom keys as well as the front and rear dials. Independent function sets can be assigned for stills, movies, and playback.

Touch menu control

Touch-responsive main and function menus with menu tabs on the left of the display and related parameter groups and parameters on the right make for easy navigation and tracking control.

High-reliability mechanical shutter

Shutter vibration is minimised while allowing continuous bursts at up to 10 fps. The new shutter unit with advanced motor, brake, and dampers is good for more than 500,000 cycles⁰.

Two CFexpress Type A compatible media slots

Dual media slots support UHS-I and UHS-II SDXC/SDHC cards as well as new CFexpress Type A cards for higher overall capacity and faster read/write speeds.

High-capacity Z-series Battery for extended recording

Shoot up to 530 stills per charge. Components and circuitry have also been designed to optimize power use. Get more capacity with two Z batteries in the VG-C4EM grip.

Improved dust and moisture resistant design⁰

Sealing is provided at all body seams and the battery cover. The media slots have a double sliding cover and lock that keep water out. A lens lock button and mount cushion help too.

Durable magnesium alloy chassis

A light, rigid magnesium alloy enhances the durability of the top, front, and rear covers as well as the internal frame. 6 lens mount attachment screws add even more strength and rigidity.

Camera front and rear views showing auto-closing shutter

Power-off shutter close

When the camera is powered OFF the shutter closes to protect the sensor from dust during lens changes.

USB power and fast charge

USB PD (Power Delivery) is supported. Higher current capacity means you can shoot without battery drain.*

* Only USB Type-C® connection supported for charging and power delivery. Battery must be installed for power delivery. Battery drain may occur depending on the adapter used and operating conditions.