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Sony A9 II vs Sony A350

Portability
62
Imaging
75
Features
93
Overall
82
Sony Alpha A9 Mark II front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 front
Portability
62
Imaging
53
Features
47
Overall
50

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 Key Specs

Sony A9 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
  • Announced October 2019
  • Older Model is Sony A9
Sony A350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
  • Launched June 2008
  • Updated by Sony A380
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Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 Overview

Here is a extended comparison of the Sony A9 II versus Sony A350, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are designed by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A9 II (24MP) and A350 (14MP) and the A9 II (Full frame) and A350 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The A9 II was announced 11 years later than the A350 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A9 II grades against the A350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Sony A350

 A9 II A350 
LaunchedOctober 2019June 2008Fresher by 138 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1440k230kCrisper screen (+1210k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Sony A9 II

 A350 A9 II 

Common features in the Sony A9 II and Sony A350

 A9 II A350 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A9 II comes with physical measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony A350 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Analyze the Sony A9 II versus Sony A350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A9 II versus the A350.

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A9 II and A350 is 62 and 62 respectively.

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 top view buttons comparison

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A9 II and A350.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A9 II with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony A9 II will produce more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent A9 II will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 sensor size comparison

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony A9 II Portrait photography factors
Sony A350 Portrait photography factors
85
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
saves RAW files
71
focusing manually
good resolution (14 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sony A9 II Street photography highlights
Sony A350 Street photography highlights
78
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
provides touch focus
environment proof
good ISO range (51,200)
66
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
heavier than competition in class (674 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sony A9 II Sports photography advice
Sony A350 Sports photography advice
87
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (20.0 frames/s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
good battery (690 CIPA)
comes with phase detect auto focus
66
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (14MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect auto focus
slow frames per second (3.0 fps)
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Travel Comparison

Sony A9 II Travel photography details
Sony A350 Travel photography details
73
good battery (690 shots)
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
provides touch focus
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
51
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (674g)
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Sony A9 II Landscape photography info
Sony A350 Landscape photography info
86
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
saves RAW files
environment proof
good battery (690 CIPA)
has dual storage slots
64
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony A9 II Vlogging features
Sony A350 Vlogging features
36
touch screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone jack
display isn't selfie friendly
9
can't record video
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Sony A9 II vs Sony A350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A9 II and Sony A350
 Sony Alpha A9 Mark IISony Alpha DSLR-A350
General Information
Manufacturer Sony Sony
Model type Sony Alpha A9 Mark II Sony Alpha DSLR-A350
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Announced 2019-10-03 2008-06-06
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by BIONZ X -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 35.6 x 23.8mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor surface area 847.3mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 51200 3200
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Minimum enhanced 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 focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 693 9
Lens
Lens support Sony E Sony/Minolta Alpha
Number of lenses 121 143
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 1,440k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder resolution 3,686k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.49x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM -
Max video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 678g (1.49 lb) 674g (1.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 65
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 595
Other
Battery life 690 photos -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-FZ100 -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32
Card slots 2 One
Price at release $4,498 $600