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Sony A1 II släppt: Sonys nya flaggskepp får nya funktioner

Sony släpper nu sin flaggskeppskamera A1 Mark II tillsammans med nya ljusstarka zoomobjektivet Sony FE 28–70mm F2 GM.

Calle Rosenqvist
CALLE@KAMERABILD.SE
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Under 2021 släppte Sony kameran som riktar sig mot professionella fotografer med bland annat 8K-video: Sony A1. Kameran blev ett riktigt multimediaverktyg för professionella fotografer, hyllad för sina skarpa uppdateringar – och nu är det dags för en ny uppdaterad modell i serien: Sony A1 Mark II – som släpps tillsammans med nya zoomobjektivet Sony FE 28–70mm F2 GM.

Nya Sony Alpha 1 II har samma sensor på 50,1 megapixlar som Sony A1, med möjlighet att fotografer upp till 30 bilder per sekund i kontinuerlig blackout-fri fotografering med AF/AE-spårning.

 Det dynamiska omfånget har ökats med den stackade Exmor RS-sensorn som arbetar tillsammans med Bionz XR-bildbearbetningsmotorn som förbättrar brusegenskaperna i mellan- och hög-ISO-områdena. Kameran har även möjlighet att kombinera 4, 8, 16 eller 32 bilder i råformat för att reducera brus. I APS-C-läge ger kameran bild på  21 megapixlar.

Nytt är även en ny AI-processor som bidrar till objektigenkänningen för autofokusen, med ett nytt auto-läge som nu känner igen flera olika objekt.

Kameran har även ärvt flera delar från A9 III, bland annat förinspelning upp till en sekund och en ändrad ergonomisk design som ska passa bättre för professionella användare. 3,2-tumsskärmen har nu en design där den går att vinkla i fyra led, och kan då justeras fritt. Avtryckaren har fått en ompositionering och Sony har arbetat vidare med anpassningsbara knappar.

Den optiska bildstabiliseringen har förbättrats till att kompensera upp till 8,5 steg (centralt) och 7,0 steg (perifert) för stillbilder – (med hänvisning till den nya CIPA-standarden för mätning av bildstabiliseringens kompensation med två variabler med start 2024), samt ha stöd för ett nytt läge "Dynamic Active Mode" för videoinspelning.

Sony har denna gång valt att göra uppdateringar främst viktiga för professionella användare, gällande just ergonomi, dataöverföring, autofokus – och detta lämnar en del att önska hos den som gärna såg bättre videospecifikationer. För video är det fortsatt  8K/30p 10-bit 4:2:2/H.265 till minneskort som högsta upplösning i 400 megabit. 4K spelas in i upp till 10-bit 4:2:2 i All-Intra samt H.264 & H.265. Slowmotion spelas in i upp till 4K/120p/10-bit 4:2:2. Med extern inspelare går det att spela in 16-bitars video i råformat via HDMI. Kameran har även stöd för S-Cinetone, S-Log3 och LUT-importering.

Sony Alpha 1 II levereras även med en ny djupvadderad ögonmussla (FDA-EP21) för bättre visuell kontakt med sökaren, även om standardögonmusslan är inkluderad. Musslan kan enkelt bytas ut. Kameran stödjer även röstmemo, en funktion som många sport- och pressfotografer använder sig av när de skickar vidare information om bildens innehåll till en redaktion eller bildredaktör.

Kameran har även stöd för Sonys autenticitetslösning som i realtid tillför information för att kunna bekräfta att bilden är autentisk och inte syntetiskt skapad, via exempelvis generativ AI. Nytt är även stöd för 2,5 gigabit ethernet.

Sony A1 II finns tillgänglig från december 2024. Rekommenderat pris är 89 000 kronor inklusive moms.

 

Sony announces second-generation flagship Alpha 1 II full-frame camera

A combination of high-resolution, speed, and AI recognition designed for a variety of professional applications.

Sony introduces the second-generation Alpha™ 1 II, a new flagship full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens camera powered by Sony's latest AI processing unit. The camera features an approximate effective 50.1 MP (megapixel) resolution sensor, up to 30 fps (frames-per-second) blackout-free continuous shooting with AF/AE tracking, an anti-distortion shutter, and improved image clarity at mid-to-high sensitivities. The AI processing unit brings advanced AI-based subject recognition performance and features including a new “Auto” mode which can detect a wide variety of subjects. In addition, the Alpha 1 II also inherits innovations from the Alpha 9 III, including Pre-Capture of up to one second, and an improved ergonomic design. The camera maintains a lightweight form factor of approximately 743 grams (1 lb, 7.3 oz) for usability in a variety of professional scenarios.

“The original Alpha 1 was a groundbreaking market introduction when it was released back in 2021, however Sony has developed a range of new technologies since then — this was our opportunity to ensure our flagship camera includes all of our latest innovations.” Said Yann Salmon Legagneur, Head of IP&S Marketing, Sony Europe. “The Alpha 1 II is designed for ultimate versatility combining resolution, speed, AI-based subject recognition, and efficient workflow. This is a distinct tool for professionals ranging from photojournalism, commercial work, portraiture, wedding photography, wildlife, and sports.”

In a world of expanding technology and increasing AI, the ability to authenticate a photograph is now more critical than ever before. Images captured with the Alpha 1 II will be compatible with Sony’s Camera Authenticity Solution that adds authenticity information in real time in effort to aid in the fight against manipulated imagery and AI-generated fakes.

High-resolution, speed, and AI combination

The Alpha 1 II produces high-resolution images with a wide dynamic range through the combination of the full-frame Exmor RS® stacked CMOS sensor with approx. 50.1 effective MP resolution and the latest BIONZ XR® image processing engine. The camera delivers high-resolution images even in APS-C crop mode, capturing approximately 21 effective MP.

The camera offers blackout-free high-speed continuous shooting with AF/AE tracking at up to 30 frames per second, which can track complex movements with AF/AE calculations at up to 120 times per second. The camera also includes the highly requested Pre-Capture function, which allows images to be captured up-to one second before the shutter button is pressed, and the Continuous Shooting Speed Boost that can temporarily change the burst shooting speed.

In addition, Real-time Recognition AF has been added to the latest Alpha 1 II with the addition of the AI processing unit. This technology maintains focus on subjects, including a human pose estimation that instantly recognises a person's head and torso, as well as accurately tracks animals, birds, insects, and vehicles. The Alpha 1 II introduces the latest evolution to Real-time Recognition AF with a newly added “Auto” feature that allows the camera to automatically recognise the subject target without specifying a subject mode.

Stable shooting with reduced distortion and noise

To support the need for high-performing speed required by many professionals, the Alpha 1 II features an anti-distortion shutter that enables shooting with reduced distortion. The low noise performance at mid- to high-sensitivity, which is highly requested by professional photographers, has also been improved through tuning, allowing you to capture images with less noise and clear backgrounds even in indoor sports where a high shutter speed is required.

Additionally, the Alpha 1 II has impressive improved optical image stabilisation of up to 8.5 stops (center) and 7.0 stops (periphery) when shooting still images, as well as a newly supported Dynamic active Mode for video shooting.

Comfortable operability and highly responsive workflow

The camera features a 3.2-type LCD monitor with a highly requested 4-axis multi-angle that can be freely adjusted to any angle. This second-generation camera body has improved ergonomics compared to the original Alpha 1, including thoughtful design updates to the grip, position of the shutter button, and evolved custom buttons.

The Alpha 1 II includes a new deep-type padded eyepiece cup (model FDA-EP21) accessory for additional viewing support. A standard eyepiece comes attached to the camera by default but can be swapped with the deep pad option based on the user’s preference.

For additional battery support, the Alpha 1 II comes with the BC-ZD1 Dual-Battery Charger that rapidly and stably charges two Z batteries (model NP-FZ100) simultaneously in 155 minutes to full charge. In addition, the VG-C5 compatible vertical grip offers additional ergonomic support with additional battery performance for extending shooting needs.

For professionals seeking a quick, real-time image transfer solution, the Alpha 1 II supports 2.5GBASE-T via wired LAN. Furthermore, when combined with the 5G portable data transmitter PDT-FP1 (sold separately), captured data can be transmitted via stable, high-speed 5G communication. This high level of connectivity dramatically improves workflows from data transfer to content creation and distribution, increasing the work efficiency of professionals.

Additionally, captured data can be automatically transferred to Adobe Lightroom™ or Google Drive™ via Sony's cloud storage service, Creators' Cloud. This makes editing work after shooting even more convenient.

Environmentally conscious packaging

To prioritise sustainability, this model’s packaging is entirely free of plastic, marking the first Alpha series camera (excluding ZV-series) to use Sony’s Original Blended Material—a unique mix of bamboo, sugarcane, and recycled paper.

Pricing and availability

The Alpha 1 II will be available in December 2024 for approximately 89 000 SEK at a variety of Sony’s authorised dealers.

For detailed product information about the Alpha 1 II, please visit here

For detailed product information about the FDA-EP21 eyepiece cup, please visit here

For detailed product information about the BC-ZD1 Dual Battery Charger, please visit here

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