Sony A9 vs Sony A6600
65 Imaging
73 Features
93 Overall
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77 Imaging
70 Features
96 Overall
80
Sony A9 vs Sony A6600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Announced April 2017
- Renewed by Sony A9 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
- Released August 2019
- Renewed by Sony A6700
Sony A9 vs Sony A6600 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Sony A9 versus Sony A6600, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Sony. The image resolution of the A9 (24MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the A9 (Full frame) and A6600 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A9 was launched 3 years prior to the A6600 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the A9 grades versus the A6600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A9 vs Sony A6600 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A9 & Sony Alpha a6600. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A9 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Sony A6600
A9 | A6600 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1440k | 922k | Crisper screen (+518k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Sony A9
A6600 | A9 | |||
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Released | August 2019 | April 2017 | More recent by 28 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony A9 and Sony A6600
A9 | A6600 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony A9 vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A9 features external measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony A6600 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).
See the Sony A9 versus Sony A6600 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the A9 compared to the A6600.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A9 and A6600 is 65 and 77 respectively.
Sony A9 vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A9 and A6600.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The A9 offers the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier. The older A9 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony A9 vs Sony A6600 Specifications
Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Alpha a6600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Alpha a6600 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-04-19 | 2019-08-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 area | 847.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 693 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | Sony E |
Total lenses | 121 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,440k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE 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 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673g (1.48 pounds) | 503g (1.11 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 92 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.9 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 3517 | 1497 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 images | 810 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | NP-FZ1000 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Retail pricing | $4,498 | $1,198 |