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Sony A9 vs Sony A99

Portability
65
Imaging
73
Features
93
Overall
81
Sony Alpha A9 front
 
Sony SLT-A99 front
Portability
57
Imaging
69
Features
88
Overall
76

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 Key Specs

Sony A9
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand 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
  • Launched April 2017
  • Replacement is Sony A9 II
Sony A99
(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
  • Launched December 2012
  • Earlier Model is Sony A900
  • Replacement is Sony A99 II
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Sony A9 vs Sony A99 Overview

Below is a thorough comparison of the Sony A9 and Sony A99, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A9 (24MP) and the A99 (24MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The A9 was launched 4 years later than the A99 and that is quite a big 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 A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A9 grades vs the A99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Sony A99

 A9 A99 
LaunchedApril 2017December 2012More recent by 53 months
Display resolution1440k1229kSharper display (+211k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A99 over the Sony A9

 A99 A9 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Sony A9 and Sony A99

 A9 A99 
Manual focus More exact focusing
Display size3"3"Same display measurement

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony A9 has physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has measurements of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A9 and Sony A99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A9 against the A99.

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A9 and A99 is 65 and 57 respectively.

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 top view buttons comparison

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A9 and A99.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of images though you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger A9 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 sensor size comparison

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A9 vs Sony A99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony A9 Portrait photography advice
Sony A99 Portrait photography advice
83
you can focus manually
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
81
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sony A9 Street photography details
Sony A99 Street photography details
79
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
weather proofing
very good ISO range (51,200)
75
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
very good high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Sony A9 Sports photography factors
Sony A99 Sports photography factors
86
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (20.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery pack (650 CIPA)
comes with phase detect autofocus
78
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count good (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
low battery pack (500 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Sony A9 Travel photography advice
Sony A99 Travel photography advice
73
better than average battery pack (650 CIPA)
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
60
environment sealing
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
missing Timelapse function
low battery pack (500 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony A9 Landscape photography highlights
Sony A99 Landscape photography highlights
85
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
weather proofing
better than average battery pack (650 CIPA)
has double storage slots
74
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
has double storage slots
low battery pack (500 CIPA)
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony A9 Vlogging factors
Sony A99 Vlogging factors
36
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect autofocus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have mic port
screen is not selfie friendly
76
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
comes with face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have external microphone port
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Sony A9 vs Sony A99 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A9 and Sony A99
 Sony Alpha A9Sony SLT-A99
General Information
Company Sony Sony
Model type Sony Alpha A9 Sony SLT-A99
Class Pro Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Launched 2017-04-19 2012-12-12
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by BIONZ X Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 847.3mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 51200 25600
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 693 19
Cross type focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type Sony E Sony/Minolta Alpha
Number of lenses 121 143
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,440k dot 1,229k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT Xtra Fine color LCD
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 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter speed 20.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual 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 Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 673 grams (1.48 pounds) 812 grams (1.79 pounds)
Physical dimensions 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") 147 x 111 x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 92 89
DXO Color Depth rating 24.9 25.0
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.3 14.0
DXO Low light rating 3517 1555
Other
Battery life 650 pictures 500 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-FZ100 NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC
Storage slots Two Two
Retail pricing $4,498 $1,998