Why This No-Compromise Flagship Camera Is Worth EVERY PENNY!

I’m unboxing and explaining why I upgraded to not one, but two Sony Alpha 1 Mark II cameras—Sony’s ultimate no-compromise flagship—while going over all the exciting new features for photographers and filmmakers.

Table of Contents:
0:00 - Introduction
0:53 - Unboxing and Accessories
2:26 - Body & Physical Features
4:40 - New Features
8:02 - Why Buy a Sony A1ii
9:45 - Why Buy Two Cameras?
13:23 - What Is It Missing?

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[LaloRacer]

FX3 vs A1ii for video! That would be a hit. I'm very interested in differences in dynamic range, low light, noise performance, colors, and that so called "digital look" many complain about when they watch videos filmed with a high MP sensor. BTW - Great choice going with two bodies! I've been watching this channel for a bunch of years and it's neat to see how far it's come. The A7IV was my first full frame body and it feels like magic to use it considering what limitations and image quality I was previously used to. Can't wait to upgrade to the A1ii myself. Hell yeah man.

[gwilliams]

I currently have A1 II, A9III, A7RV so I am fully covered for all subjects I shoot around the world. I have owned Sony A6500, A7RII, A7RIII, A7III, A9, A7RIV, A7SII, A1. I have been in Thailand this month and have taken over 18000 shots on my new A1 II, and it has worked flawlessly in all condition including pre-capture, and I did update it to firmware version 2.00 via the Creators App on my smartphone. Cheers and thanks .

[Cas_anova]

I would argue that for most professional photographers this is probably overkill and not worth 7k. If you're a portrait or wedding photographer are you gonna shoot noticably better pictures compared to a A7III? I doubt that. Might be a cool test to do. A blind comparison between an entry level fullframe Sony and this one.

[CamillaI]

Very pleased to have the A1 mark 2 now but I will be keeping my A9III it looks identical, but does a couple of things the Flagship camera can't.

[YanniVelez]

I was on your side as soon as you said you got 2 of them! Even before watching the first minute of this video. Congrats!!!

[charlesdavidmedia]

My original A1 is fine
My original A1 is fine
My original A1 is fine
My original A1 is fine
My original A1 is fine...

[Alex-ffm]

Would love to see how it compares to the fx3 for video and could it possibly replace it

[RaaidHb]

waiting for my A1 II to arrive !
I'm an advanced amateur and I went all the way and the camera will be with me for many years, just go for the best there is :)

[heshameissa]

Congrats man! Beautiful cameras. Hobbyist here but also ordered it last month and waiting for it. You might think I'm crazy but why else do I work so hard!

[coreyboen]

Perfect timing to confuse me! I'm ugrading to a Sony from an ancient camera at this point, the EOS R. I'm torn between the A7SIII and the Fx3. I would love to see a quality comparison for the Alpha1 II to the Fx3! Great video!

[denyskravchenko]

Hey, I have a little question of topic :D
I just watched another video of you where you explained about your past as an audio engineer before. I wanted to get a proper mic for my YouTube studio. Do you know If it is possible to plug the MKE 600 Sennheiser strait into the computer input, with the xlr-trs cable, or do I have to use an external audio adapter because there are no dials on the mic itself? I'm a bit confused because I can't find really any helpful videos for that question 😅
Anyway, great video! and I love your reviews. :D

[isaacalexanderfilms]

Does it have focus breathing comp in 8K? Cant find this info anywhere 😖

[JaimeAndresMedia]

Awesome! I’m very close to buying this … please help me as I do have a Question: how is the low light performance ESPECIALLY when compared to the FX3?? 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[james.hermida]

Waiting for mine to arrive! Do you have any memory card recommendations? This will be my first time using a CFEa card

[MelvinDlaCruz]

love the studio look so good, and the lighting

[PaulFeinberg]

When one is just not enough…..lol 😮 great video as always!

[hot_pixel_imagery]

Sony a1 II I will absolutely buy one. Not 2 but ONLY because I cannot afford it right now. I am with you though having 2 cameras you could have different lenses on without any differences would be so sick. Love you Dunna.

[sion-ph]

Can the A1 II sometimes replace my fx3, or even replace it as a whole? Would that downgrade my video quality significantly?

[gregelgie]

I can’t wait to see the follow ups. Waiting for more global shutter cameras.

[shawnchenco]

I think you sold me on getting the A7IV vs a FX3. I would love a FX3 but getting two of the same cameras (A7IV) will solve the problem i run into with an A7III and a A7IV. Wish I could afford a A1 but I don't need it. Great video and solid advice. (Also happy that I helped you afford the new cameras 😆)