Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II
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73 Features
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Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Launched April 2017
- Successor is Sony A9 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
- Introduced October 2019
- Previous Model is Sony A9
Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II Overview
Here, we are matching up the Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the A9 (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A9 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the A9 II which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the A9 matches up against the A9 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A9 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A9 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Sony A9 II
A9 | A9 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Sony A9
A9 II | A9 | |||
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Introduced | October 2019 | April 2017 | Newer by 29 months |
Common features in the Sony A9 and Sony A9 II
A9 | A9 II | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 1440k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A9 offers physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Examine the Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A9 vs the A9 II.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A9 and A9 II is 65 and 62 respectively.
Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A9 and A9 II.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of images although you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A9 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony A9 vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-04-19 | 2019-10-03 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ X | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 693 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | Sony E |
Total lenses | 121 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,440k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686k dot | 3,686k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673 grams (1.48 pounds) | 678 grams (1.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 92 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3517 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 pictures | 690 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Launch cost | $4,498 | $4,498 |