A1
SonyReleased Feb 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Apr 16, 2026
Sony A1 Mirrorless Camera in the Mirrorless Cameras category. The Sony A1 scores 90/100 based on 7 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Thephoblographer, Sansmirror, Dpreview, and Cameralabs.
Critic Score
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Pros
- Excellent autofocus performance(4)
- Silent electronic shutter(4)
- Good dynamic range and iso performance(3)
- New high resolution sensor(3)
- Touchscreen menus(2)
Cons
- Expensive at $6500(6)
- 30fps bursts are lens-dependent(2)
- Pixel shift requires computer processing(2)
7 Publication Reviews
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The Sony a1 is a revolutionary camera capable of incredible burst rates in RAW with autofocus, excellent build quality, and phenomenal electronic shutter performance.
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The Sony A1 is the best all-around mirrorless camera you can buy, offering excellent autofocus, fast shooting, and rock-solid image quality.
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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...
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The Sony Alpha 1 becomes the most powerful all-round mirrorless camera to date, combining the best of the A7 and A9 series.
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The Sony Alpha 1 is like an a7RIV, a9II, and a7SIII rolled into one camera…and then further improved.
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