Product Overview
With enhanced connectivity and workflow features, Sony's a™9 II is a full-frame camera with pro capability. Built for speed, reliability and productivity, this member of the Alpha™ lineup offers advances that answer the demands of professional workflows, including sophisticated operability and network connectivity for enhanced support in the field, rugged go-anywhere reliability and unrivalled speed.
Ideally suited to support professional Sports Photographers and Photojournalists, the a9 II builds on the Alpha legacy maintaining ground breaking speed performance including blackout-free continuous shooting3 at up to 20 frames per second2 with Auto Focus and Auto Exposure tracking, 60 times per second AF/AE calculations4 while incorporating even more functionality driven directly from the voice of professionals. Updates include significantly enhanced connectivity and file delivery, continuous shooting at up to 10 fps with mechanical shutter, evolved AF performance with newly optimised algorithms, a re-designed build to enhance durability and operability and more. This refinements translate into acquiring previously Eelusive moments that make history.
The Alpha 9 II includes a in-built 1000BASE-T Ethernet terminal, enabling gigabit communication for high-speed, stable data transfer operations. Additionally, File Transfer over SSL or TLS encryption (FTPS) is supported for increased data security and PC remote (tether) shooting performance is improved, with decreased release time lag and reduced live view screen delay when using the ‘Remote Camera Tool’ desktop application22. The speed of the camera’s built-in wireless LAN functionality has also been increased, adding a stable and fast 5 GHz (IEEE 802.11ac)23 band, in addition to the 2.4 GHz provided in the Alpha 9. IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards are all supported.
Designed to improve the speed of news agencies’ workflow, the Alpha 9 II features a new Voice Memo function that allows spoken information to be attached to images in the form of voice memos that can be replayed when the images are reviewed. The voice data can also be included with images sent to an editor, giving them important information needed for effective editing. Alternatively, a field photographer can also use the ‘Transfer & Tagging add-on’ “Imaging Edge™” application26. By combining wireless voice / image transfer and automatic voice to text conversion with the ability to auto transfer images with attached voice memos via FTP, it is possible to shoot and transfer the results to an FTP server without ever having to operate a smartphone. FTP settings within the app can also be sent to a camera via Bluetooth®, allowing for a faster workflow.
But a smooth workflow needs to augment great imagery, and the Alpha 9 II delivers there as well as it shares the same acclaimed 35mm full-frame stacked 24.2 MP10 Exmor RS™ CMOS image sensor with integral memory as the original Alpha 9; giving it the same unmatched speed performance and outstanding image quality. The a9 II model's image sensor stores data in integral memory for lightning-fast readout. The CMOS sensor and enhanced BIONZ X image-processing engine together bring you true digital freedom.
NOTES:
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- 2 “Hi” continuous shooting mode. At shutter speeds of 1/125 sec or higher. In AF-C mode the maximum continuous frame rate will depend on the shooting mode and lens used.
- 3 When electronic shutter is used. Display updating will be slower at slow shutter speeds.
- 4 At shutter speeds of 1/125 sec or higher. The number of AF calculations will depend on camera settings and the lens used.
- 22 Remote Camera Tool Version 2.0 or later is required.
- 26 Does not support full functional compatibility with some camera models.
Includes
- a9 II Full-Frame Camera (body only)
- Power cord
- Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
- Cable Protector
- Battery Charger BC-QZ1
- Shoulder strap
- Body cap
- Accessory shoe cap
- Eyepiece cup
- USB Type-C(TM) cable
Features
- Full-Frame Stacked CMOS Sensor with Integral Memory
- High-speed BIONZ X image processing engine
- Blackout-free Shooting22 with Quad-VGA OLED Tru-FinderTM
- Incredibly Fast Continuous Shooting
- AF/AE Calculations up to 60 Times/sec21
- High-Speed 1/32000 sec24 Anti-Distortion Shutter
- 4D FOCUS: From AF Wide Coverage, Speed, and Tracking Stability
- Real-time Tracking
- Real-Time Eye AF for Humans and Animals
- Precision AF Effective Down to EV-331 Brightness
- AF/AE-tracking continuous shooting with A-mount lenses
- Body-Integrated 5-Axis Optical Image Stabilization
- Dual media slots, both supporting UHS-II
- Reliable Durability and Weather Resistance37 in Tough Situations
- NOTES on Features:
- 21 At shutter speeds of 1/125 sec or higher. The number of AF calculations will depend on camera settings and the lens used.
- 22 When electronic shutter is used. AF tracking performance may depend on the lens and settings used. Display updating will be slower at slow shutter speeds.
- 24 Selectable only in S and M modes.
- 31 In AF-S mode.
- 37 Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture-proof.
Specifications
- SKU: ILCE-9M2
- LENS COMPATIBILITY: Sony E-mount lenses
- SENSOR TYPE: 35mm full frame (35.6×23.8mm), Exmor RS CMOS sensor
- NUMBER OF PIXELS (EFFECTIVE): Approx. 24.2 megapixels
- ASPECT RATIO: 3 : 2
- ANTI-DUST SYSTEM: Charge protection coating on optical filter and image sensor shift mechanism
- ISO SENSITIVITY (RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE INDEX):
- STILL IMAGES:
- Mechanical Shutter: ISO 100-51200 (ISO numbers up from ISO 50 to ISO 204800 can be set as expanded ISO range), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
- Electronic Shutter: ISO 100-25600 (ISO numbers up from ISO 50 can be set as expanded ISO range), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
- Movies: ISO 100-51200 equivalent (ISO numbers up to ISO 102400 can be set as expanded ISO range), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
- BATTERY LIFE (STILL IMAGES): Approx. 500 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 690 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) (Note: Depending on shooting scene and subject condition, performance may not be fully effective.)
- DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): 5 1/8 x 3 7/8 x 3 1/8 inches
- SIZE & WEIGHT (WITH BATTERY AND MEMORY CARD): Approx. 1 lb 8.0 oz
- RECORDING SYSTEM:
- LOCATION INFORMATION LINK FROM SMARTPHONE: Yes
- MEDIA: SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I/II compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I/II compliant), microSD memory card, microSDHC memory card, microSDXC memory card
- MEMORY CARD SLOT:
- SLOT1: Slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card
- SLOT2: Slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card
- RECORDING MODE ON 2 MEMORY CARDS: Simult. Rec (Still), Simult. Rec (Movie), Simult. Rec (Still/Movie), Sort (JPEG/RAW), Sort (Still/Movie), Auto Switch Media (On/Off), Copy
- VIEWFINDER:
- TYPE: 0.51 inch (0.5 type) electronic viewfinder (color), Quad-VGA OLED
- NUMBER OF DOTS: 3 686 400 dots
- MAGNIFICATION: approx. 0.78 x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -3.28 feet-1)
- LCD SCREEN:
- MONITOR TYPE: 2.95 inch (3.0-type) wide type TFT
- NUMBER OF DOTS: 1,440,000 dots
- TOUCH PANEL: Yes
- QUICK NAVI: Yes
- FOCUS MAGNIFIER: Yes (35mm full frame: 4.7x, 9.4x, APS-C: 3.1x, 6.2x)
- ZEBRA: Yes (selectable level + range or lower limit as custom setting)
- IMAGE STABILIZATION:
- TYPE: Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (compensation depends on lens specifications)
- COMPENSATION EFFECT: 5.5 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.)
- INTERFACE:
- PC INTERFACE: Mass-storage, MTP, PC remote
- MULTI/MICRO USB TERMINAL: Yes11
- NFC™: Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible), One-touch remote, One-touch sharing
- WIRELESS LAN (BUILT-IN): Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band)1213, View on Smartphone, Remote control via Smartphone, Send to Computer, View on TV
- BLUETOOTH®: Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 4.1 (2.4 GHz band))
- HD OUTPUT: HDMI micro connector (Type-D), BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI), PhotoTV HD, 4K movie output/4K still image PB
- MULTI INTERFACE SHOE: Yes (with Digital Audio Interface)14
- MIC TERMINAL: Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
- SYNC TERMINAL: Yes
- HEADPHONE TERMINAL: Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
- VERTICAL GRIP CONNECTOR; Yes
- PC REMOTE: Yes
- LAN TERMINAL: Yes (1000BASE-T)
- AUDIO:
- MICROPHONE: Built-in, stereo
- SPEAKER: Built-in, monaural
- POWER:
- SUPPLIED BATTERY: One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
- BATTERY LIFE (STILL IMAGES): Approx. 500 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 690 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)15
- BATTERY LIFE (MOVIE, ACTUAL RECORDING): Approx. 110 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 120 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)16
- BATTERY LIFE (MOVIE, CONTINUOUS RECORDING): Approx. 195 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 200 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)
- INTERNAL BATTERY CHARGE: Yes (Available with Multi/Micro USB Terminal or USB Type-C Terminal)
- POWER CONSUMPTION WITH VIEWFINDER: Still images: approx. 3.9 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: Approx 5.0 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
- POWER CONSUMPTION WITH LCD SCREEN: Still images: approx. 2.9 W (with FE 28–70 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: Approx. 4.9W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
- USB POWER SUPPLY: Yes (Available with Multi/Micro USB Terminal or USB Type-C Terminal)
- OTHER:
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 32 to 104 degrees F
- NOTES on Specifications:
- 11 Supports Micro USB compatible device.
- 14 Sony accessories for the Accessory Shoe can be attached.
- 15 The LCD screen is turned on, shot once every 30 seconds, operate zoom alternately between W and T ends, flash strobe once every two times, turn power off and on once every ten times.
- 16 Indication recording time, which is defined by repeating the cycle: Power on, start recording, zoom, stand-by and power off.
