A premium compact system camera, with unprecedented speed
With performance features exceeding what we have seen in previous Sony Alpha releases, this new A9 is the most advanced Digital compact system camera ever released by the brand and truly at the top of its class. Image quality is divine, with thanks going to a unique image sensor - a 24.2MP stacked CMOS sensor which pairs with an updated BIONZ X processor. This pairing not only delivers quality, but also speed - with blackout free continuous shooting of up to 20 frames per second, 60 AF/AE calculations per second and a remarkable top shutter speed of 1/32000 second. If you are a shooter that has the need for speed, this is the ideal camera for you, taking into account not just compact system cameras but also DSLRs.
The speedy feature set goes a step further, with a brilliant focusing system which utilises 693 phase detection points, which cover 93% of the frame. This system has you covered for speed as well as accuracy and thanks to the superb coverage these characteristics are experienced no matter where your subject lays within the frame. This speed is joined by silent and Vibration free shooting, which will particularly please Sports and Wildlife shooters. The 5-axis built-in Image Stabilisation makes it easy to shoot in very low light conditions and with long telephoto zoom lens, with the ability to correct for any movement by up to 5 stops.
The body of the Sony A9 although compact, has many features that would be at home on any high end professional camera. Some of these include a new battery with more than twice the power of previous models, dual SD card slots, an ergonomic and customisable body which leads to efficient operation and a new high-resolution quad-VGA OLED viewfinder. This viewfinder features customisable features and precision build quality which while remarkable, you will come to expect when taking into account the quality of the camera overall.
Other Key Features
- 4K Video
- Ethernet port for the easy transfer of files, perfect for studio or on location
- Touch sensitive LCD screen with touch focus abilities