Sony A9 vs Sony a5100
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74 Features
93 Overall
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74 Overall
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Sony A9 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
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- 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
- Released April 2017
- Replacement is Sony A9 II
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched August 2014
- Replaced the Sony a5000
Sony A9 vs Sony a5100 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Sony A9 and Sony a5100, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are built by Sony. The image resolution of the A9 (24MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the A9 (Full frame) and a5100 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe A9 was introduced 2 years after the a5100 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A9 matches up versus the a5100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A9 vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A9 and Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are available at Sony A9 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Sony a5100
A9 | a5100 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | August 2014 | More modern by 33 months | |
Screen resolution | 1440k | 922k | Sharper screen (+518k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Sony A9
a5100 | A9 |
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Common features in the Sony A9 and Sony a5100
A9 | a5100 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony A9 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A9 has physical measurements 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 a5100 has proportions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Sony A9 and Sony a5100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A9 vs the a5100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A9 and a5100 is 65 and 89 respectively.
Sony A9 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A9 and a5100.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The A9 offers the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The fresher A9 should have an edge in sensor technology.
Sony A9 vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A9 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-04-19 | 2014-08-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | BIONZ X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 693 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 121 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,440 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673g (1.48 pounds) | 283g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 92 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.9 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 3517 | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 pictures | 400 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Cost at launch | $4,498 | $448 |