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Sony Alpha a9

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Brand Sony 2017
Model ILCE9/B
Released Year 2017
Type Mirrorless Cameras
Series A9
Color Black
Compatible Mountings Sony E
Autofocus Yes
Photo Sensor Resolution 24.2 MP
Video Resolution
  • 4K UHD 2160p
  • 2160p
Optical Zoom 1 x
File Format
  • JPEG
  • Raw
  • RAW
Status Active
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Overview

The Sony Alpha a9 (ILCE9/B) is a professional mirrorless camera launched in 2017, featuring a 24.2MP full-frame stacked CMOS sensor designed to deliver high-speed readout and exceptional image quality. The camera supports up to 20 frames per second continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking, enabled by its advanced BIONZ X image processor and front-end LSI. It includes a 693-point phase-detection autofocus system that covers approximately 93% of the image area for superior subject tracking. The ILCE9/B supports UHD 4K video recording, slow-motion capture of up to 120fps, and has a low blackout viewfinder providing a more seamless shooting experience. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, NFC, and a robust magnesium alloy body construction for durability. This model marked a significant advancement in mirrorless technology aimed at professional photographers and sports shooters.

Specifications

Age Range Description Adult
Built-In Media
  • Battery Charger
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Battery
  • Body Cap
  • Eyecup
  • AC Adaptor
  • Shoe Cap
  • USB Cable
  • Tripod
  • HDMI Cable
Are Batteries Included
  • No
  • Yes
Remote Included No
Series Number 9
UPC 094148329758
Item Height 10
Manufacturer
  • SOAB9
  • Sony
Warranty Description
  • manufacture
  • 90 days limited warranty
Connectivity Technology
  • Bluetooth
  • USB
  • HDMI
  • NFC
  • Micro HDMI
  • Micro USB
  • Wi-Fi
Wireless Technology
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • NFC
Video Output
  • Micro-HDMI
  • HDMI
Total USB 2.0 Ports 1
Total USB 3.0 Ports 1
Total USB Ports 2
Total Video Out Ports 1
Shooting Modes
  • P
  • A
  • S
  • M and more
  • [Some of] Common shooting modes (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, etc.)
  • Aperture Priority
  • Manual
  • Program Auto
  • Shutter Priority
Digital-Still
  • No
  • Yes
Movie Mode Yes
Image Capture Type
  • Stills
  • Stills & Video
Night vision No
Auto Focus Technology
  • Eye Detection
  • Contrast Detection
Focus Features
  • Autofocus with Eye Detection
  • Autofocus
Autofocus Points 693
Focus Type Auto Focus
Focus Mode
  • Direct Manual Focus (DMF)
  • Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
  • Manual Focus (MF)
  • Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
Autofocus Yes
Aspect Ratio
  • 16:9
  • 3:2
  • 4:3
File Format
  • JPEG
  • Raw
  • RAW
Effective Still Resolution 24.2 MP
JPEG Quality Level
  • Basic
  • Fine
  • Normal
Supported Image Format
  • JPEG
  • RAW
  • 'RAW'
Maximum Image Size 24 MP
Bit Depth 14 Bit
Total Still Resolution
  • 28.3 MP
  • 24.2 MP
Optical Zoom 1 x
Lens Type
  • Fisheye
  • Standard Zoom
Zoom
  • autofocus
  • [NU]
  • Optical Zoom
Camera Lens
  • 16-35mm F4 lens with sensor-shift image stabilization, offering good low light performance.
  • Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM Lens
Real Angle Of View
  • 46.8 Degrees
  • 26 Degrees
Digital Zoom 4 x
Lens Construction
  • 12 elements in 10 groups
  • 12 elements in 9 groups
Metering Methods
  • Center-Weighted Average
  • Highlight Weighted
  • Multi-Zone
  • Spot
  • Evaluative
Exposure Control
  • Aperture Priority
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Program
  • Shutter Priority
  • Program (P)
  • Aperture Priority (Av or A)
  • Shutter Priority (Tv or S)
  • Manual (M)
  • Automatic (Auto)
White Balance Settings
  • Auto
  • Tungsten
Self Timer 2 seconds, 10 seconds, 5 seconds
Screen Size 3
Display Type
  • LCD
  • OLED
Dots Per Screen
  • 1
  • 440
  • 000 dots
  • 1.44m
  • 3.686 million dots
Display Fixture Type Tilting
Touch Screen Type Capacitive
Display Resolution Maximum
  • 1
  • 440
  • 000 dots
  • 24.2 MP
Has Color Screen
  • No
  • Yes
Flash Memory Type
  • Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)
  • SD
Memory Slots Available 2
Recording Capacity
  • 105 minutes
  • 3E+1 Minutes
Write Speed
  • 20 fps
  • 300 MB/s
  • 90 MB/s
Flash Memory Speed Class
  • UHS-I
  • C10 (U1)
  • UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) or higher (predicted)
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class
  • UHS-II
  • UHS Speed Class 3
  • UHS Speed Class 3 (U3)
Flash Memory Video Speed Class
  • UHS-II
  • 60
  • UHS Speed Class 3 (U3)
Compatible Mountings Sony E
Sensor Type CMOS
Image stabilization
  • Sensor-shift
  • 5-Axis
Maximum Aperture 2.8 Millimeters
Expanded ISO Minimum
  • 50
  • 102400
Photo Sensor Resolution 24.2 MP
Photo Sensor Size Full Frame (35mm)
Maximum Shutter Speed 3.125e-05 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed
  • 0.00003125 seconds
  • 0.05 seconds
  • 5e-05 seconds
Form Factor Mirrorless
Special Feature
  • Brightness Control
  • Image Stabilization
Color Black
Item Weight
  • 1.3 Pounds
  • 8.7 Pounds
  • 5.9 Pounds
Video Resolution
  • 4K UHD 2160p
  • 2160p
Viewfinder Electronic
Flash Modes
  • P-TTL
  • [Auto
  • On
  • Off
  • Slow Synch
  • Rear Curtain Synch]
  • Auto
  • On/Fill
Camera Flash
  • Hotshoe
  • no flash
Skill Level Professional
Compatible Devices
  • Devices with NFC, HDMI, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity; SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) and Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I) memory cards
  • Sony E-mount lenses
Continuous Shooting 20 fps
Aperture modes
  • F2.8
  • Av or A
Viewfinder Magnification 0.78x
Flash Sync Speed
  • 1/250 Second
  • 1/20000
Battery Weight 85 Grams
Delay between shots 0.05 seconds
Audio Output Type
  • Headphones
  • internal
Battery Cell Type Lithium Ion
Battery Type Lithium Ion
Water Resistance Level
  • Not Water Resistant
  • Water Resistant
Frame Rate
  • Up to 120 fps
  • 24
  • 25
  • 30 FPS
  • 20.0 frames_per_second
External-Memory Size 64 GB
Memory Storage Capacity 64 GB
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type
  • SD or SDHC
  • SD
Maximum Focal Length 70 Millimeters
Minimum Focal Length 24 Millimeters
Focal Length Description 70 millimeters
Number of Diaphragm Blades 9
Digital Scene Transition
Specific Uses For Product
  • Photography, Videography
  • Sports Photography
  • Low-Light Photography
  • Videography
Video Capture Format 4k
Expanded ISO Maximum 204800
Processor Description bionz x
Mount Type Bayonet
Minimum Aperture 2.8
Warranty Type 90 days limited warranty
Shutter Type Electronic
Crop Factor 1
Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum 64 GB
Diopter Adjustment Range Description +-3 diopters
Type Mirrorless Cameras
Model ILCE9/B
MPN ILCE9/B_EDI_1
Item Length 10
Item Width 10
FCCID VPYLB1DR
Format H.264
Maximum Magnification N/A

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