Sony A7S II vs Sony A99
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![Sony Alpha A7S II front Sony Alpha A7S II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-A7S-II/Sony-A7S-II-front.jpg)
![Sony SLT-A99 front Sony SLT-A99 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A99/Sony-A99-front.jpg)
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69 Features
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Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Launched October 2015
- Replaced the Sony A7S
- Replacement is Sony A7S III
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 812g - 147 x 111 x 78mm
- Released December 2012
- Older Model is Sony A900
- New Model is Sony A99 II
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Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Sony A7S II versus Sony A99, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are built by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the A7S II (12MP) and A99 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).
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The A7S II was launched 2 years later than the A99 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A7S II grades versus the A99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7S II and Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7S II Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Sony A99
A7S II | A99 | |||
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Released | October 2015 | ![]() | December 2012 | Fresher by 35 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 over the Sony A7S II
A99 | A7S II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7S II and Sony A99
A7S II | A99 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1229k | Equal display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A7S II enjoys physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs) and the Sony A99 has sizing of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).
Examine the Sony A7S II versus Sony A99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the A7S II vs the A99.
![Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 size comparison Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7S-II-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7S II and A99 is 68 and 57 respectively.
![Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 top view buttons comparison Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7S-II-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7S II and A99.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A99 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger A7S II provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 sensor size comparison Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7S-II-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-A7S-II-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony A7S II vs Sony A99 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7S II | Sony SLT-A99 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A7S II | Sony SLT-A99 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2015-10-12 | 2012-12-12 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4240 x 2832 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 409600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 169 | 19 |
Cross type focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,229k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 627 grams (1.38 lbs) | 812 grams (1.79 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") | 147 x 111 x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 85 | 89 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 14.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 2993 | 1555 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photographs | 500 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Cost at launch | $2,767 | $1,998 |