Sony a9 Full Frame Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Camera

α9 Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Camera

In one game-changing leap the revolutionary image sensor and high-speed processing of the α9 reaches performance levels far beyond the incremental improvements gained through decades of mechanical refinement. There is no viewfinder blackout2. Continuous shooting speeds exceed those possible with mechanical shutters. Higher shutter speeds are available, and all without noise or vibration. The ability to keep an eye on moving subjects at all times leads to faultless AF and AE tracking, and the photographer’s view is consistently up-to-date with an absolute minimum of lag. In short, the digital promise has been realized at last.

Features


Robust magnesium alloy body w/ dust and moisture resistant design12 The α9 body construction features a lightweight, high-rigidity magnesium alloy for the internal frame as well as the top, front, and rear covers. The grip area has also been reinforced with an integrated magnesium alloy grip and front cover. Although about the same size and weight as the α7 series, the α9 body is packed with unprecedented functionality and performance. The number of screws securing the lens mount has been increased to six in order to maximize rigidity and durability even when using heavy telephoto lenses. Sealing is provided throughout the body to minimize dust and moisture ingress, allowing it to function reliably in challenging environments12. All major buttons and dials are provided with seals, while media jack cover and enclosure edges feature tongue-and-groove joints for double protection. Maximum dust and moisture resistance is maintained at lens, vertical grip, and flash unit joints too, providing excellent system reliability.	World’s first1 Full-frame stacked CMOS sensor From the world’s largest sensor manufacturer comes the world’s first1 35mm full-frame stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor with integrated memory and includes a number of features that contribute to outstanding image quality. High sensitivity, a back-illuminated configuration, gapless on-chip lens architecture, and other Sony innovations deliver stunning images in a wide range of photographic situations. This unique 24.2 megapixel sensor, when combined with the refined BIONZ X image processing engine and front-end LSI, delivers approx. 20x faster data readout speed Sony full-frame mirrorless α7 II cameras. The result is unmatched by any DSLR or Mirrorless camera before it.	Ethernet port for FTP file transfer In addition to wireless LAN capability, a new Ethernet terminal for wired LAN connection allows convenient transfer of high-volume still image files to a specified FTP server where they can be viewed and managed via a local computer. A wired LAN connection provides high stability and transfer speeds for large image files, and is an ideal solution for situations where large amounts of data must be transferred quickly and reliably as in studio photography, high-profile news, sporting events and more.


Meticulously crafted controls Controls are refined for intuitive operation and immediate adjustment even while looking through the viewfinder. The α9 features front and rear dials for easier, more efficient handling and turning. A mode dial locking mechanism prevents inadvertent changes of shooting mode at all times and a stacked independently operable dials allow fast selection of drive and focus modes. Quickly select the single or continuous drive mode, or the single AF or continuous AF focus mode, for example, without having to scroll through menus. Both dials are lockable, preventing unwanted mode changes during use.	AF Multi-selector The camera features a multi-selector joystick on the back of the camera, allowing shooters to easily shift focus within the frame by pressing the multi-selector in any direction up, down, left or right when shooting in Zone, Flexible Spot or Expanded Flexible Spot focus area modes.	AF-ON button (back focus button) The α9 has several new and updated focus functions that support faster, easier focusing in a variety of situations including the AF-On button (back focus button) which activates autofocus when pressed while shooting stills or movies.

Features


Up to 20fps3 continuous shooting Capture fleeting moments and the highest speed subjects with incredible continuous shooting of up to 20fps3 at full 24.2MP resolution in RAW+JPEG with continuous AF/AE (autofocus and auto exposure) tracking and no EVF or LCD blackout2. The large high speed buffer allow for up to 241 RAW images or 362 JPEG images. With camera set to ‘Hi’ continuous shooting mode, UHS-II memory card. Sony tests, compressed RAW or J{PEG respectively.	Dual media slots (UHS-II SD Card compatible) Two SD media card slots are provided for still and movie storage (one slot for SD cards or Memory Stick) with the lower card slot being UHS-II compatible for faster write speed. Still or movie data can be simultaneously recorded to both cards for backup, or RAW images can be recorded to one card while JPEG images are recorded to the other. It is also possible to record stills and movies to different cards. Data can be copied between cards while in the camera, for convenient back-up. Sony SF-G series UHS-II SD cards are ideal for situations where maximum transfer speed is required, allowing up to 362 JPEG images or 241 compressed RAW images to be captured in a continuous burst.	Silent4, vibration-free anti-distortion shutter Shooting wide open in brightly lit conditions or freezing a fast moving object in a moment without distorting the image due to slower shutter speeds is made possible with a fully electronic, high-speed, anti-distortion shutter that can achieve speeds as high as 1/32,000 sec.5, way beyond the limits of a mechanical system. In addition, the electronic vibration-free shutter delivers sharp images and is completely silent4, without mechanical noise that can be disruptive when shooting sports or events in a quiet environment.

Features


Full-frame 4K11 video10 w/ full-pixel readout and no pixel binning The new α9 is very capable as a video camera as well, as it offers 4K11 (3840x2160p) video10 recording across the full width of the full-frame image sensor. When shooting in this format, the camera uses full pixel readout without pixel binning to collect 6K of information, oversampling it to produce high quality 4K footage with exceptional detail and depth. Recording is also available in the popular Super35 size. Additionally, the camera can record Full HD11 at 120 fps at up to 100 Mbps, which allows footage to be reviewed and eventually edited into 4x or 5x slow motion video files in Full HD resolution with AF tracking.	Compatible Accessories for the a9 Full Frame ILC Camera Sony NPAMQZ1K Multi Battery Adaptor Kit. Sony NPFZ100 Z-series Rechargeable Battery Pack. Sony BCQZ1 Z-series Battery Charger. Sony FDAEP18 Eyepiece Cup. Sony GPX1EM Grip Extension. Sony PCKLG1 Screen Protector Glass Sheet. Sony VGC3EM Vertical Grip.	Footnotes & Legal 1. As of April 19th, 2017. 2. Electronic shutter mode. At apertures smaller than F11 (F-numbers higher than F11), focus will not track the subject and focus points will be fixed on the first frame. Display updating will be slower at slow shutter speeds. 3. ‘Hi’ continuous shooting mode. The maximum frame rate will depend on the shooting mode and lens used. Visit Sony’s support web page for lens compatibility information. 4. Silent shooting is possible when Shutter Type is set to ‘Electronic’ and Audio signals is set to ‘Off.’ 5. 1/32000 shutter speed is available only in the S and M modes. The highest shutter speed in all other modes is 1/16000. 6. CIPA standards. Pitch/yaw stabilization only. Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA lens. Long exposure NR off. 7. At shutter speeds higher than 1/125 sec, smooth and blackout-free live view images are shown in EVF. 8. When the auto or electronic shutter mode is selected the viewfinder frame rate is fixed at 60 fps during continuous shooting. 9. Still images, (mechanical shutter: ISO 100 – 51200 expandable to ISO 50 – 204800/ electronic shutter: ISO 100 – 25600 expandable to ISO 50 – 25600), Movie recording (ISO 100 – 51200 expandable to ISO 100 – 102400). 10. In full-frame shooting, the angle of view will be narrower when [File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] and [Record Setting] is set to [30p]. 11. Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC memory card required for XAVC S format movie recording. UHS Speed Class U3 required for 100Mbps or higher recording. 12. Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof. 2017 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Exmor RS, SteadyShot and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. ZEISS is a registered trademarks of Carl Zeiss Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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Outstanding image quality

Full-frame 24.2-megapixel³ sensor with sensitivity up to ISO 204800¹⁶and wide dynamic range captures outstanding image quality.

New CMOS sensor for imaging excellence

High sensitivity, a back-illuminated configuration, gapless on-chip lens architecture, and other Sony innovations deliver stunning images in a wide range of photographic situations. Standard ISO range is ISO 100-51200, expandable to ISO 50-204800¹⁶ with minimum noise.

Technology for high-quality images

Utilize high-quality imaging that unites all available image sensor technologies — including back-illuminated structure, gapless on-chip lens architecture.
[A] Conventional front-illuminated structure
[B] Stacked back-illuminated structure with integral memory
(1) Gapless OCL (2) Aluminum wiring layer (3) Light receiving surface
(4) Photodiode substrate (5) Copper wiring layer (6) Pixel area
(7) Stacked layer

BIONZ X enhanced speed image processor

Enhanced image processing combined with new front-end LSI reduces noise while improving detail depiction over a wide sensitivity range. Improved detail rendering enables lifelike texture reproduction.

Uncompressed 14-bit RAW

Uncompressed 14-bit RAW format is supported, and it or the current compressed RAW format can be selected as required. Uncompressed 14-bit RAW is a good choice in situations where the sensor’s wide dynamic range and fine gradation reproduction will benefit the images being captured.
(1) Image Sensor (2) Newly developed high-speed front-end LSI
(3) 16-bit image processing

Beautiful 4K imaging

High-resolution quality of 4K movies¹⁷

Full-pixel readout with no pixel binning makes it possible to condense approximately 2.4 times¹⁸ the amount of data required for 4K (the equivalent of the amount of data required for 6K) into 3840 x 2160 4K output. This oversampling process plus full-frame pixel readout without binning results in the highest possible 4K movie image quality.

Play 4K video

Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder^™

The new high-resolution 3686k-dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) shows a clear image with fine detail. The legendary ZEISS® T* Coating greatly reduces reflections. Smooth EVF images realized by 120fps¹⁹ frame rate even allow you to easily track a subject in fast motion. Fluorine coating on the outermost lens provides improved protection from dirt.

5-axis image stabilization

New body-integrated 5-axis image stabilization unit offers a 5.0-stop²⁰shutter speed advantage. The live-view monitor image is also stabilized, so you can compose images easily even when shooting a fast-moving subject. (1) Yaw (2) Pitch (3) Roll

Battery stamina for professional use

A newly developed NP-FZ100 battery offers approximately twice¹¹ the life of the previous NP-FW50. Capture up to approx. 480 still frames on one charge — and further increase the number of shots with an attached optional vertical grip (sold separately) that can hold two batteries.

Dual media slots

Use two slots — one for SD and one for SD/Memory Stick cards — to simultaneously backup still/movie data, save RAW/JPEG images to different cards, and copy between cards. Lower card slot supporting UHS-II type cards is available for fast transfer speed.

FTP file transfer

A new terminal for wired LAN connection lets you transfer still images to an FTP server for viewing and management. Since FTPS (File Transfer Protocol over SSL/TLS) is supported, image files can be encrypted while being transferred.

My Menu & new menu interface

A new My Menu feature lets you register up to 30 menu items for instant recall, arrange items in any order, and erase unused items. Also, primary menus have been reorganized for smoother search and operation.

Full Specifications and Features

Lens

LENS COMPATIBILITY: Sony E-mount lenses

LENS MOUNT: E-mount

Image Sensor

ASPECT RATIO: 3 : 2
NUMBER OF PIXELS (EFFECTIVE): Approx. 24.2 megapixels
NUMBER OF PIXELS (TOTAL): Approx. 28.3 megapixels

TYPE: 35mm full frame (35.6×23.8mm), Exmor RS CMOS sensor
ANTI-DUST SYSTEM: Charge protection coating on optical filter and image sensor shift mechanism

Recording (still images)

RECORDING FORMAT: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.31, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) [3:2]: 35 mm full frame L: 6000 x 4000 (24M), M: 3936 x 2624 (10M), S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M), APS-C L: 3936 x 2624 (10M), M: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M), S: 1968 x 1312 (2.6M)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) [16:9]: 35 mm full frame L: 6000 x 3376 (20M), M: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), S: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M), APS-C L: 3936 x 2216 (8.7M), M: 3008 x 1688 (5.1M), S: 1968 x 1112 (2.2M)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) [SWEEP PANORAMA]: –
IMAGE QUALITY MODES: JPEG Extra fine, JPEG Fine, JPEG Standard, RAW, RAW & JPEG
PICTURE EFFECT: Posterization (Color), Posterization (B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R/G/B/Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera(Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta), Soft High-key

CREATIVE STYLE: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn leaves, Black & White, Sepia,Style Box(1-6), (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps), Saturation (-3 to +3 steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps))
PICTURE PROFILE: –
DYNAMIC RANGE FUNCTIONS: Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5)), Auto High Dynamic Range (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure Difference Level (1-6 EV, 1.0 EV step))
COLOR SPACE: sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut) and Adobe RGB standard compatible with TRILUMINOS Color
14BIT RAW: Yes
UNCOMPRESSED RAW: Yes

Recording (movie)

RECORDING FORMAT: XAVC S, AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compliant, MP4
VIDEO COMPRESSION: XAVC S:MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, AVCHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MP4: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
AUDIO RECORDING FORMAT: XAVC S:LPCM 2ch, AVCHD: Dolby® Digital (AC-3) 2ch, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator, MP4: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
COLOR SPACE: xvYCC standard (x.v.Color when connected via HDMI cable) compatible with TRILUMINOS Color
PICTURE EFFECT: 8 types: Posterization (Color), Posterization (B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R/G/B/Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera(Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta), Soft High-key , Rich-tone Monochrome
CREATIVE STYLE: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn leaves, Black & White, Sepia,Style Box(1-6), (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps), Saturation (-3 to +3 steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps))

PICTURE PROFILE: –
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS), NTSC: XAVC S 4K:3840 x 2160(30p, 100M), 3840 x 2160(24p, 100M), 3840 x 2160(30p, 60M), 3840 x 2160(24p, 60M), XAVC S HD:1920 x 1080(120p, 100M), 1920 x 1080(120p, 60M), 1920 x 1080(60p, 50M), 1920 x 1080(30p, 50M), 1920 x 1080(24p, 50M), AVCHD:1920 x 1080(60p, 28M, PS), 1920 x 1080(60i, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080(60i, 17M, FH), 1920 x 1080(24p, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080(24p, 17M, FH), AVC MP4:1920 x 1080(60p, 28M), 1920 x 1080(30p, 16M), 1280 x 720(30p, 6M)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS), PAL: XAVC S 4K:3840 x 2160(25p, 100M), 3840 x 2160(25p, 60M), XAVC S HD:1920 x 1080(100p, 100M), 1920 x 1080(100p, 60M), 1920 x 1080(50p, 50M), 1920 x 1080(25p, 50M), AVCHD:1920 x 1080(50p, 28M, PS), 1920 x 1080(50i, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080(50i, 17M, FH), 1920 x 1080(25p, 24M, FX), 1920 x 1080(25p, 17M, FH), AVC MP4:1920 x 1080(50p, 28M), 1920 x 1080(25p, 16M), 1280 x 720(25p, 6M)
IMAGE FRAME RATE: NTSC mode: 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, PAL mode: 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps
MOVIE FUNCTIONS: Audio Level Display, Audio Rec Level, PAL/NTSC Selector, Dual Video REC, TC/UB, (TC Preset/UB Preset/TC Format/TC Run/TC Make/UB Time Rec), AF Tracking Duration, AF Drive SpeedAuto, Slow Shutter, REC Control, Clean HDMI Info.(ON/OFF selectable)
HDMI OUTPUT: 3840 x 2160(25p), 1920 x 1080(50p), 1920 x 1080(50i), 1920 x 1080(24p), 1920 x 1080(60p), 1920 x 1080(60i), 3840 x 2160(30p), 3840 x 2160(24p), YCbCr 4:2:2 8bit / RGB 8bit

Recording System

LOCATION INFORMATION LINK FROM SMARTPHONE: Yes
MEDIA: Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro(M2), 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：Multi slot for Memory Stick Duo/SD(UHS-I 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), Copy

Noise Reduction

NOISE REDUCTION: Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec., High ISO NR: Normal/Low/Off

MULTI FRAME NR: –

White Balance

WHITE BALANCE MODES: Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent (Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight) / Flash /Underwater/ Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) & color filter (G7 to M7(57-step), A7 to B7(29-step)) / Custom
AWB MICRO ADJUSTMENT: Yes(G7 to M7,57-step)(A7 to B7,29-step)

PRIORITY SET IN AWB: Yes
BRACKETING: 3 frames, H/L selectable

Focus

FOCUS TYPE: Fast Hybrid AF(phase-detection AF/contrast-detection AF)²
FOCUS SENSOR: Exmor RS CMOS sensor
FOCUS POINT: 35 mm full frame: 693 points (phase-detection AF), APS-C mode with FF lens: 299 points (phase-detection AF), with APS-C lens: 221 points (phase-detection AF) / 25 points (contrast-detection AF)
FOCUS SENSITIVITY RANGE: EV-3 to EV 20 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
FOCUS MODE: AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C ( Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus

FOCUS AREA: Wide (693 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points(contrast-detection AF)) / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L) /Expanded Flexible Spot/ Lock-on AF ( Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot (S/M/L)/Expanded Flexible Spot)
OTHER FEATURES: Eye-start AF (only with LA-EA2 or LA-EA4 attached(Sold separately)), Lock-on AF, Eye AF, AF micro adjustment, (Sold separately), with LA-EA2 or LA-EA4, Predictive control, Focus lock, AF Track Sens, Swt.V/H AF Area, AF Area Regist.
AF ILLUMINATOR: Yes (with built-in LED type)
AF ILLUMINATOR RANGE: Approx. 0.3 m – approx. 3.0 m (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS attached)
FOCUS TYPE WITH LA-EA3 (SOLD SEPARATELY): selectable (phase-detection, contrast-detection)

Exposure

METERING TYPE: 1200-zone evaluative metering
METERING SENSOR: Exmor RS CMOS sensor
METERING SENSITIVITY: EV -3 to EV 20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
METERING MODE: Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot, Spot Standard/Large, Entire Screen Avg., Highlight
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION: +/- 5.0EV(1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable), (with exposure compensation dial: +/- 3EV (1/3 EV steps))

EXPOSURE BRACKETING: Bracket: Cont., Bracket: Single, 3/5/9 frames selectable. With 3 or 5 frames, in 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1.0, 2.0, or 3.0 EV increments, with 9 frames, in 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1.0 EV increments.
AE LOCK: Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto)
EXPOSURE MODES: AUTO(iAuto), Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Movie (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) ), Slow & Quick Motion (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) )
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 100-6400, 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 100-6400, 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 100-6400, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
ANTI-FLICKER SHOOT.: –

Viewfinder

VIEWFINDER TYPE: 1.3 cm (0.5 type) electronic viewfinder (color),Quad-VGA OLED
NUMBER OF DOTS: 3 686 400 dots
BRIGHTNESS CONTROL (VIEWFINDER): Auto/Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2)
COLOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL: Manual (5 steps)
FIELD COVERAGE: 100%

MAGNIFICATION: approx. 0.78 x (with 50 mm lens at infinity, -1m-1)
DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT: -4.0 to +3.0m-1
EYE POINT: Approx. 23 mm from the eyepiece lens, 18.5 mm from the eyepiece frame at -1m-1 (CIPA standard)
FINDER FRAME RATE SELECTION: STD 60fps / HI 120fps
DISPLAY CONTENTS: Digital Level Gauge, Display All Info, For viewfinder, Graphic Display, Histogram, No Disp. Info

LCD Screen

TYPE: 2.95 inch (3.0-type) wide type TFT
NUMBER OF DOTS: 1,440,000 dots
TOUCH PANEL: Yes
BRIGHTNESS CONTROL: Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode
ADJUSTABLE ANGLE: Up by approx. 107 degrees, Down by approx. 41 degrees
DISPLAY SELECTER (FINDER/LCD): Yes (Auto/Manual)
REAL-TIME IMAGE ADJUSTMENT DISPLAY (LCD): On/Off

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)
PEAKING MF: Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, Color: White/Red/Yellow)
OTHERS: WhiteMagic, Grid Line (Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/Off), Movie Marker (Center/Aspect/Safety Zone/Guideframe)
DISPLAY CONTENT: Graphic Display, Display All Info, No Display Info, Digital Level Gauge, Histogram

Other Features

PLAYMEMORIES CAMERA APPS™: –
CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM: Still images: Approx. 2x, Movies: Approx. 2x
DIGITAL ZOOM: Smart zoom (Still images):35mm full frame: M:approx 1.5x, S:approx 2x, APS-C: M:approx 1.3x, S:approx 2x, Digital zoom (Still images):35mm full frame: L:approx 4x, M:approx 6.1x, S:approx 8x, APS-C: L:approx 4x, M:approx 5.2x, S:approx 8x, Digital zoom (Movie):35mm full frame: approx 4x, APS-C: approx 4x
FACE DETECTION: Modes:On/On (Regist. Faces)/Off, Face registration, Face selection, Max. number of detectable:8

SELF-PORTRAIT SELF-TIMER: –
OTHERS: Touch Focus:Yes (Available with LCD monitor operation), ISO AUTO Min. SS, Bright Monitoring, Set File Name, FTP Transfer Func., Help guide, Area Setting, Shop Front Mode, Video Light Mode, Zoom Ring Rotate
EYE-FI READY: –³

Shutter

TYPE: Electronically controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
SHUTTER TYPE: Auto/Mechanical shutter/Electronic shutter
SHUTTER SPEED: [Still images, Single shot]⁴, Mechanical Shutter:1/8000 to 30 sec, Bulb, AUTO: 1/32000 to 30 sec, Bulb, Electronic Shutter: 1/32000 to 30 sec, [Still images, Continuous shooting]⁴, Mechanical Shutter:1/8000 to 30 sec, AUTO: 1/32000

FLASH SYNC. SPEED: 1/250 sec.⁵
ELECTRONIC FRONT CURTAIN SHUTTER: Yes (ON/OFF)
SILENT SHOOTING: Yes(Electronic Shutter)

Image Stabilization

TYPE: Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (compensation depends on lens specifications)

COMPENSATION EFFECT: 5.0 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.)

Flash Control

TYPE: –
GUIDE NO.: –
FLASH COVERAGE: –
CONTROL: Pre-flash TTL⁶
FLASH COMPENSATION: +/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)

FLASH BRACKETING: 3/5/9 frames selectable. With 3 or 5 frames, in 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 EV increments, with 9 frames, in 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1.0 EV increments.
FLASH MODES: Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable), Wireless⁷, Hi-speed sync.⁷
EXTERNAL FLASH COMPATIBILITY: Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adapter for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe
FE LEVEL LOCK: Yes
WIRELESS CONTROL: Yes(light signal/radio signal)

Drive

DRIVE MODES: Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket
CONTINUOUS DRIVE SPEED (APPROX. MAX.): AUTO/Electronic Shutter: Continuous shooting: Hi: max. 20 fps, Mid: max. 10fps, Lo: max. 5 fps ⁸⁹¹⁰, Mechanical Shutter: Continuous shooting: Hi: max. 5 fps, Mid: max. 5fps, Lo: max. 2.5 fps¹¹

NO. OF RECORDABLE FRAMES (APPROX.): JPEG Extra fine L: 362 frames¹¹, JPEG Fine L: 362 frames¹¹, JPEG Standard L: 362 frames¹¹, RAW: 241 frames¹¹, RAW&JPG: 222 frames¹¹, RAW(Uncompressed): 128 frames¹¹, RAW(Uncompressed)&JPG: 118 frames¹¹
SELF-TIMER: 10 sec. delay/5 sec. delay/2 sec. delay/Continuous self-timer (3 frames after 10 sec. delay/5 frames after 10 sec. delay/3 frames after 5 sec. delay/5 frames after 5 sec. delay/3 frames after 2 sec. delay/5 frames after 2 sec. delay)/Bracketing self-timer

Playback

PHOTO CAPTURE: Yes

MODES: Single (with or without shooting information Y RGB histogram & highlight/shadow warning), 9/25-frame index view, Enlarged display mode (L: 15.0x, M: 9.84x, S: 7.52x), Auto Review (10/5/2 sec,Off), Image orientation (Auto/Manual/Off selectable), Slideshow, Folder selection (Date/ Still/ MP4/ AVCHD/XAVC S HD/XAVC S 4K), Forward/Rewind (movie), Delete, Protect

Interface

PC INTERFACE: Mass-storage, MTP, PC remote
MULTI/MICRO USB TERMINAL: Yes¹²
NFC™: Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible), One-touch remote, One-touch sharing
WIRELESS LAN (BUILT-IN): Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11b/g/n(2.4GHz band)¹³, View on Smartphone: Yes, Send to Computer: Yes, View on TV: Yes
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: Yes¹⁴
AUTO-LOCK ACCESSORY SHOE: –

SMART ACCESSORY TERMINAL 2: –
MIC TERMINAL: Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
DC IN TERMINAL: –
SYNC TERMINAL: Yes
HEADPHONE TERMINAL: Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
VERTICAL GRIP CONNECTOR: Yes
PC REMOTE: Yes
LAN TERMINAL: Yes

Audio

MICROPHONE: Built-in stereo microphone or XLR-K2M/XLR-K1M/ECM-XYST1M(sold separately)

SPEAKER: Built-in, monaural

Print

COMPATIBLE STANDARDS: Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, DPOF setting

Custom function

TYPE: Custom key settings, My Menu, Programmable Setting (Body 3 sets /memory card 4 sets), Reg Cust. Shoot Set

Lens Compensation

SETTING: Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion

Power

SUPPLIED BATTERY: One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
BATTERY LIFE (STILL IMAGES): Approx. 480 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 650 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)¹⁵
BATTERY LIFE (MOVIE, ACTUAL RECORDING): Approx. 105 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 120 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)¹⁶¹⁷
BATTERY LIFE (MOVIE, CONTINUOUS RECORDING): Approx. 185 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 195 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)¹⁶¹⁸
INTERNAL BATTERY CHARGE: Yes

EXTERNAL POWER: –
POWER CONSUMPTION WITH VIEWFINDER: Still images: approx. 4.1W(with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: approx5.3W(with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
POWER CONSUMPTION WITH LCD SCREEN: Still images: approx. 3.0W(with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: approx5.0W(with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
USB POWER SUPPLY: Yes

Others

OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 32 – 104 degrees F / 0 – 40 degrees C

Size & Weight

WEIGHT (WITH BATTERY AND MEMORY CARD INCLUDED): Approx. 673 g / approx. 1 lb 7.7 oz

DIMENSIONS (W X H X D): Approx. 126.9mm x 95.6mm x 63.0mm/Approx. 5 x 3 7/8 x 2 1/2 inches

What’s In The Box

Power cord
Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
Battery Charger BC-QZ1
Cable Protector
AC Adapter
Shoulder strap

Body cap
Shoe cap
Eyepiece cup
Micro USB cable
Instruction Manual

FEATURES

Picture of α9 featuring full-frame stacked CMOS sensor

New full-frame stacked CMOS sensor with integral memory

α9 is the mirrorless camera that delivers next-generation high-speed performance far exceeding SLRs. It’s equipped with the world’s first¹⁹ 35mm stacked CMOS image sensor with integral memory for 20 times faster overall readout speed²⁰. This 24.2MP²¹ image sensor achieves high sensitivity of up to ISO 204800 (extended)²²with the design of back-illuminated structure. (1) Pixel area (2) Integral memory (3) Hi-speed signal processing circuit (4) Image processing engine

High-speed BIONZ X image processing engine

Achieving processing speed beyond the previous model, BIONZ X image processing engine is optimized for speed to reliably capture fast-moving subjects and realized continuous shooting of up to 20fps²³. Due to the newly developed image-processing algorithm, you can capture high-quality images with less noise all across the sensitivity range while maintaining natural details.

20fps continuous shooting²³ with AF/AE tracking²⁴

A combination of groundbreaking high-speed full-frame Exmor RS CMOS sensor and high-speed BIONZ X processor enables 20fps continuous shooting²³ without a break for as many as 362 shots²⁵. Thanks to the capability of displaying subjects nearly as naturally as they appear in reality, EVF lets you “sync” your intentions with camera behavior.

AF tracking sensitivity adjustment

When shooting stills, the sensitivity with which autofocus will follow subjects that move outside the focus area can be adjusted in 5 steps. Select “5” (most sensitive) when focusing successively on subjects at varying distances, or “1” (least sensitive) to keep focus on a main subject when other subjects are moving between the main subject and camera, for example.

Blackout-free²⁶ shooting

Thanks to the non-mechanical electronic shutter system, you can observe the reality of what you’re shooting through the electronic viewfinder even during continuous shooting, without blackout interruption that typically occurs among optical viewfinders due to up-and-down mirror motion. Enhanced speed of the image sensor eliminates distracting EVF display lag in continuous shooting, so that you can compose images with natural comfort, like seeing scenes with your own eyes. (A) Blackout-free shooting (B) Shooting with blackout

AF/AE calculations up to 60 times/sec.²⁷

AF/AE is calculated up to 60 times per second²⁷ and virtually uninterrupted, not only while composing but also when releasing the shutter. You can depend on this continuous AF/AE — operated on the image sensor — to lock onto and track erratically moving subjects with significantly high speed, precision, and reliability. (1) AF/AE calculations (2) 60times/sec (3) 20 frames/sec

Fast shutter release at 1/32000 sec.²⁸, achieved silently

Explore the advantages of a high-speed silent shutter that is fully digital — without a physical mechanism. A result of Sony’s image sensor innovation, this shutter achieves speeds up to 1/32000 sec.²⁸, beyond the limits of mechanical systems.

Anti-distortion shutter

High curtain speed of the electronic shutter suppresses rolling shutter effect²⁹ and shows excellent performance in capturing moving subjects during sports and other fast-moving activities. (1) Conventional electronic shutter (2) α9 electronic shutter

693-point focal-plane phase-detection AF

α9 brings you 693 phase-detection AF points in a high-density focal-plane AF system, providing distinctively wide and dense AF point coverage over approximately 93% of the image area. This enables more accurate, efficient, and reliable focus on subjects throughout the frame.

Enhanced Eye AF

Eye AF can capture intriguing facial expressions with enhanced accuracy through 30%³⁰ improved precision of eye detection. This enhanced feature automatically focuses on and even tracks focus on a subject’s eye as the face moves or turns to a 3/4 view, extending your freedom to frame a great shot.

Precision AF effective down to EV-3³¹ brightness

Low-light AF detection down to EV-3³¹ at ISO 100 has been achieved. The precision AF system will function properly even when shooting dimly lit scenes. This opens dramatic new possibilities in low-light and night shooting.

AF/AE-tracking continuous shooting with A-mount lenses

The body’s 693-point focal-plane phase-detection AF provides wide-area coverage, fast response, and high tracking performance, not only for E-mount but also for A-mount lenses³² with use of a mount adaptor (LA-EA3)³³. Continuous shooting of up to 10fps³⁴ with AF tracking is possible.

Focus Area Registration function

Frequently used focus area can be memorized and recalled via custom button assignments for fast, convenient one-push access when needed. This can be handy when the ideal focus point changes often, for example, with a tennis stroke. In addition to the focus point, the focus area can be set as required for optimum focus performance with the scene being photographed.

Recall Custom Setting during Hold

Memorized exposure settings (shutter speed, aperture, AF area, etc.) can be assigned to custom buttons for temporary recall while the button is held. For example, if you shoot sports in a stadium, you might want to quickly capture a shot of the scoreboard, requiring a temporary change in exposure, and then go back to the action.

High-resolution Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder

See your subject with a bright image for natural, seamless shooting. Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder has approx. 3686k-dot high resolution with 0.78x finder magnification³⁵, corner-to-corner clarity, and ZEISS® T* Coating to reduce reflections. Display mode at high 120fps³⁶ refresh rates provides a smooth image with minimal display blur when shooting moving subjects. Fluorine coating is applied on the outer-most lens for improved protection from dirt.

Body-integrated 5-axis image stabilization

The body-integrated image stabilization system is fine-tuned to compensate accurately for 5-axis camera shake that can compromise handheld shooting. This gives you extremely high performance in both stills and movies, whether you’re shooting at longer focal lengths, in close-ups, or at night. Camera shake compensation is equivalent to using a 5.0-stop³⁷ faster shutter speed, allowing stable determination of composition at times of capturing subjects in high-speed motion. Real-time effects can be monitored via live view. (1) Yaw (2) Pitch (3) Roll

Dual slots for convenient data management

Two media slots are provided for you: one for SD cards and one for SD/Memory Stick cards. Lower card slot supporting UHS-II type cards is available for fast transfer speed. Still or movie data can be simultaneously recorded to both cards for backup, or RAW/JPEG images or stills/movies can be recorded to different cards. Data can also be copied between cards.

FTP transfer via LAN terminal on the camera body

Using a new terminal for wired LAN connection, you can conveniently transfer still image files to a specified FTP server for viewing and management as needed. A wired LAN connection gives you the highest possible transfer speeds for large image files — an ideal solution for studio photography. Moreover, since FTPS (File Transfer Protocol over SSL/TLS) is supported, image files can be encrypted with SSL or TLS while being transferred, assuring a higher level of security.

Renewed operability and My Menu

Set up your camera for peak performance and instant ability to capture unique moments. My Menu allows menu items to be registered for instant recall, and you can also create your own original custom menu to suit your needs. In addition, custom button assignments let you customize the camera interface to perfectly match your individual shooting preferences. Up to 72 functions can be assigned³⁸. Moreover, stacked drive mode and focus mode dials provide fast access, AF-ON button offers a handy means to activate auto-focus by simple pressing when shooting stills or movies, and multi-selector can be used as an efficient way to shift AF points.

3.0-type 1440k-dot LCD screen

Take charge of α9 performance with this 3.0-type LCD touch screen, featuring 1440k dots for enhanced resolution and detailed viewing. Convenient Touch Focus feature also allows you to freely choose an area of focus by simply touching on the LCD screen. The screen tilts as much as 107° upwards and 41° downwards for flexible hold and framing.

Location Information Link via Bluetooth³⁹

Location Information Link makes the most of α9 capabilities. The camera can be paired with PlayMemories Mobile app⁴⁰ installed on a compatible mobile phone or tablet device to acquire location data, record it on still images, and correct camera date/time and location settings. PlayMemories Home application can be used on a personal computer to organize imported still images on a map.

File Name Setting for easy organization

Customize the first three characters of a file name on the camera. While the name starts with “DSC” by default, you can change and register three characters of your choice. This helps photographers manage files easily, especially when working with multiple cameras during assignments.

One-touch remote & One-touch sharing

Use one-touch remote to turn a smartphone or tablet into a viewfinder/remote control. One-touch sharing transfers photos/videos to your device for social network site (SNS) sharing. Just install a PlayMemories Mobile™ app via Wi-Fi to your NFC-enabled Android device, and then touch the device to the camera to connect them. If you don’t have NFC, use QR code compatibility to pair the devices.

Support for uncompressed 14-bit RAW format

For RAW recording, 14-bit RAW output and 16-bit image processing help preserve maximum detail and produce images of the highest quality with rich tonal gradations. The 14-bit RAW (Sony ARW) format ensures optimal quality for later image adjustment (via Image Data Converter or other software).

Enhanced P-TTL flash metering⁴¹

Your compositions can benefit significantly from reflected light via pre-flash fired a moment before the main flash is precisely metered. Moreover, high-precision lighting control not easily affected by background conditions is provided mainly around the subject area, utilizing distance data from the lens in use. The result is stable command of illumination that suppresses underexposure, which tends to occur with white clothing and walls, as well as overexposure that may affect lighting of black clothing and nightscapes.

Sync terminal

Compatible external flash units with standard sync terminals or cables can be directly connected for convenient flash synchronization, enhancing photographic expression with flash shooting.

Tough magnesium alloy body

α9 body is built for solid reliability, steady handling, and durability in the field. Its internal structure and top, front and rear covers are all made of strong, rigid magnesium alloy. Body strength and rigidity and robust lens mount give you a solid foundation for lens mounting and rugged use, even with large, heavy telephoto and movie lenses.

Reliable dust- and moisture-resistant design⁴²

Enjoy carefree shooting in tough environments, with comprehensive dust- and moisture-resistance⁴²measures that help guard against moisture and dust. Protection includes sealing around buttons, dials, media jack cover, and enclosure edges featuring tongue-and-groove joints for double shielding to tightly interlock panels and components.

High-resolution 4K movie recording

Capture outstanding high-quality 4K movies with this latest full-frame camera. Full-pixel readout without pixel binning for high-resolution 4K movies makes it possible to deliver detail-rich full-frame movies via the oversampling effect achieved by condensing approximately 2.4 times⁴³ the amount of data required for 4K (6K equivalent) for 4K output (QFHD: 3840 x 2160). Furthermore, the high speed of the newly developed image sensor reduces the rolling shutter effect.

Improved Fast Hybrid AF for movie shooting

Keep images sharp and clear in shooting 4K movies. Fast Hybrid AF for movie recording has evolved and its AF area has been extended to nearly the same width as that for stills, enabling high-speed high-precision AF throughout the frame. Also, further reduction of speed at the “low” end of AF speed enables more pronounced slow focus effects.

XAVC S for high-bitrate recording

XAVC S format⁴⁴ is used for 4K and HD recording. High bitrates of up to 100Mbps for 4K 30p (25p)/24p recording, and up to 50Mbps for full-HD 60p (50p)/30p (25p)/24p recording, ensure beautifully detailed movies with minimal compression noise. Since 100Mbps recording is possible even at the highest 120fps in full-HD, high-quality slow-motion sequences can be created during post processing.

Slow and Quick motion⁴⁵

Vary the pace of movie footage to enhance viewing interest and enjoyment. Instantly selectable via a dial, “S&Q” mode supports slow and quick motion, with frame rates from 1fps to 120fps (100fps) selectable in eight steps for up to 60x (50x) quick motion and 5x (4x) slow motion, recordable at Full HD (50 Mbps) quality. You can “play with time” by compressing movement or extending a moment, and then accent ordinary footage with these interludes to add comic or dramatic emphasis.

Zebra functions

Simplify exposure with Zebra. Target video brightness from 0-109%, set +10% and -10% range, check zebra pattern for areas in range, and see minimum brightness to avoid blown-out highlights.

Supported in Capture One Express (for Sony)

Capture One Express (for Sony) is one of the world’s best RAW converters, rendering precise colors and incredible detail. It contains flexible digital asset management, all the essential adjustment tools, and fast, responsive performance in one customizable and integrated solution. Note: Please contact Phase One regarding all inquiries as to usage and support including functional compatibility of Capture One Express (for Sony).

Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

This product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.⁴⁶

brands	Sony
Lens Kit	Body Only, FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM Lens

Sony Alpha a9 Mirrorless Digital Camera

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Sony a9 Full Frame Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Camera

α9 Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Camera

Features

Robust magnesium alloy body w/ dust and moisture resistant design12

World’s first1 Full-frame stacked CMOS sensor

Ethernet port for FTP file transfer

Features

Meticulously crafted controls

AF Multi-selector

AF-ON button (back focus button)

Features

Up to 20fps3 continuous shooting

Dual media slots (UHS-II SD Card compatible)

Silent4, vibration-free anti-distortion shutter

Features

Full-frame 4K11 video10 w/ full-pixel readout and no pixel binning

Compatible Accessories for the a9 Full Frame ILC Camera

Footnotes & Legal

Learn more about focus settings

Outstanding image quality

New CMOS sensor for imaging excellence

Technology for high-quality images

BIONZ X enhanced speed image processor

Uncompressed 14-bit RAW

Beautiful 4K imaging

High-resolution quality of 4K movies17

Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder™

5-axis image stabilization

Battery stamina for professional use

Dual media slots

FTP file transfer

My Menu & new menu interface

Full Specifications and Features

Lens

Image Sensor

Recording (still images)

Recording (movie)

Recording System

Noise Reduction

White Balance

Focus

Exposure

Viewfinder

LCD Screen

Other Features

Shutter

Image Stabilization

Flash Control

Drive

Playback

Interface

Audio

Print

Custom function

Lens Compensation

Power

Others

Size & Weight

What’s In The Box

FEATURES

New full-frame stacked CMOS sensor with integral memory

High-speed BIONZ X image processing engine

20fps continuous shooting23 with AF/AE tracking24

AF tracking sensitivity adjustment

Blackout-free26 shooting

AF/AE calculations up to 60 times/sec.27

Fast shutter release at 1/32000 sec.28, achieved silently

Anti-distortion shutter

693-point focal-plane phase-detection AF

Enhanced Eye AF

Precision AF effective down to EV-331 brightness

AF/AE-tracking continuous shooting with A-mount lenses

Focus Area Registration function

Recall Custom Setting during Hold

High-resolution Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder

Body-integrated 5-axis image stabilization

Dual slots for convenient data management

FTP transfer via LAN terminal on the camera body

High-resolution quality of 4K movies¹⁷

Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder^™

20fps continuous shooting²³ with AF/AE tracking²⁴

Blackout-free²⁶ shooting

AF/AE calculations up to 60 times/sec.²⁷

Fast shutter release at 1/32000 sec.²⁸, achieved silently

Precision AF effective down to EV-3³¹ brightness

Location Information Link via Bluetooth³⁹

Enhanced P-TTL flash metering⁴¹

Reliable dust- and moisture-resistant design⁴²

Slow and Quick motion⁴⁵