First PM-R testing: Is it worth it to trade up from the A1 to the A1II?

PMR tested the Sony A1II on the field and writes:

I’m really excited to share with you the results of shooting my first game with the new Sony A1II camera. I shot an SEC game in Knoxville where I live. In this video I talk about why I plan to sell my A1 and buy and A1II and my reasoning behind this decision. I used the new Sony A1II camera and VG-C5 grip with my FE600mmf/4GM lens and the FE70-200mm f/4GII lens.

He also shared this tip:

Preorder links:
Sony A1II at  BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, FotoKoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia.
Sony 28-70mm f/2.0 GM at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, Fotokoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia.

Canon R1 vs Nikon Z9 vs Sony a1 II comparison by PetaPixelTV: “The Sony is still the most versatile camera”

Chris and Jordan from PetapixelTV compared the three top cameras. In the end, the Sony is still the ‘most versatile’ camera of the three.

Just a personal note: seeing the image above, I still think Sony should make a flagship model with a larger body for better ergonomics, a superior LCD screen, less overheating limitations and so on…

Preorder links:
Sony A1II at  BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, FotoKoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia.
Sony 28-70mm f/2.0 GM at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, Fotokoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia.

Spec comparison between the new Sony a1II and other flagship cameras

Preorder links:
Sony A1II at  BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, FotoKoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia.
Sony 28-70mm f/2.0 GM at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, BestBuy, FotoErhardt, Fotokoch, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton, CameraPro. Sony Australia.

You can use the BH comparison tool to check out the specs:

Comparing Sony A1 II vs Sony A1 vs Sony A7R V
Comparing Sony A1 II vs Canon R5 Mark II vs Nikon Z8
Comparing Sony A1 II vs Sony A9 III vs Canon R1

Sony a9 III Sensor test by DxO: “stands out as an impressive alternative”

DxOmark tested the new global shutter sensor of the Sony A9III and concluded:

From a technical perspective, Sony’s rapid iteration of its cameras is truly remarkable. The introduction of the innovative global shutter sensor in the Sony a9 III offers clear advantages for action and sports photographers. This sensor is highly optimized for operational speed, enabling not just high-speed capture while also supporting autofocus (AF), auto exposure (AE), but also flash synchronization up to 1/80,000 second shutter speed. However, there is a slight trade-off in terms of image quality, with a modest reduction in color depth and dynamic range. As this primarily occurs at low ISOs, it may not be a significant concern. Even if the Sony a9 II and Canon EOS R3 remain competitive in image quality across the sensitivity range, the Sony a9 III still stands out as an impressive alternative. The global shutter sensor greatly enhances the versatility of the Sony a9 III, making it a compelling choice for fast-action photographers.

Sony A9III at BHphoto. Amazon. Adorama. FotoErhardt. Fotokoch. Calumet. WexUK.