The a1 II is Sony's most versatile camera yet, offering the best overall mixture of speed, video capabilities, high-resolution stills, and a robust, professional-worthy body design.

It pulls much of the original a1's well-rounded feature-set into an a9 III body and adds the AF and IBIS technologies introduced with the a7R V. It's a camera meant for working professionals, whether they are sports, editorial, product, fashion, or advertising shooters, and it's equally appealing to landscape, portrait, wedding, and event photographers, too. And, beyond photography, it has the video tools the a1-series is known for, including 8K recording, along with useful stabilization and framing aids borrowed from the ZV class of cameras.

The a1 II brings Sony's best technology from every lineup into one all-encompassing camera body making it the do-anything camera solution for professionals.
 
Upgraded Features and Functions
The original a1 was a standout camera within Sony's lineup, meshing high-end photo and high-end video features within a single, powerful camera body. Version two takes this theme and runs with it, improving on a number of key features to further benefit the professional hybrid image-maker.
 
AI Processing Unit
The addition of this key piece of tech greatly improves autofocus, subject detection, and subject tracking accuracy, speed, and reliability. These new processing capabilities allow the camera to more accurately and intelligently recognize subjects, predict their movements, and generally retain critical focus on them as they move.

Pre-Capture and Speed Boost Functions
These two features are dedicated to continuous burst-style shooting and make the a1 II an even better option for action photographers looking to use this camera in high-end sports, wildlife, and birding situations.

8.5-Stop IBIS-It's typical for cameras to have better IBIS figures with each new generation, but the a1 II adds a whopping 3 extra stops to its predecessor's performance, meaning it's possible to use the camera handheld in noticeably dimmer lighting conditions and with slower shutter speeds, opening even more shooting versatility.
 
Video Improvements
The core video specs remain the same between the generations, but the a1 II gains some asked-for features to make it even more of a video powerhouse: Dynamic Active Mode Stabilizer, Framing Stabilizer, and Breathing Compensation are all welcomed additions for content creators.

Overhauled Body Design
The a1 II inherits the a9 III's body design, making it more comfortable to use, more robust in terms of weather-sealing, and an improved LCD and EVF.

Note: Camera bodies do not include a lens or memory card. Rental will include the camera body, 1 battery and charger.