Sony A1
Mirrorless Cameras

A1

Sony

Released Feb 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Mar 19, 2026

The Sony A1 scores 89/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Sansmirror, Thephoblographer, Dpreview, and Professorhines.

Critic Score

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89

based on 5 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 5 reviews

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Pros

  • Excellent autofocus performance(4)
  • Silent electronic shutter(3)
  • Excellent image quality with great dynamic range(2)
  • High resolution 50mp sensor(2)

Cons

  • High price(3)
  • 30fps bursts are lens-dependent(2)
  • Inconsistent pixel shift(2)

5 Expert Reviews

95

The Sony A1 is the best all-around mirrorless camera you can buy, offering excellent autofocus, fast shooting, and rock-solid image quality.

95
Feb 25, 2021

The Sony a1 is a revolutionary camera capable of incredible burst rates in RAW with autofocus, excellent build quality, and phenomenal electronic shutter performance.

93
Apr 22, 2021

The Sony a1 is the most refined Alpha-series interchangeable lens camera yet, offering a combination of speed and resolution for both stills and video that sets it apart in a crowded field of excellen...

85
Aug 17, 2021

The Sony Alpha 1 is a flagship mirrorless camera that combines the best features from Sony's lineup, offering exceptional speed, resolution, and video capabilities.

75
Jun 4, 2021

The Sony a1 is a high-end camera with impressive capabilities but also notable limitations, particularly regarding buffer clearing and menu usability.