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Used Sony A9 Mirrorless Camera Body

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Description

The Sony Alpha A9 mirrorless camera is perfect for capturing fast-moving action and wildlife and is aimed at advanced to professional photographers. Featuring a 24.2-megapixel Exmor full-frame stacked CMOS sensor, up to 20fps continuous shooting, 4K-video recording and in-body 5-axis image stabilisation, the A9 is specifically designed to compete with DSLR flagship cameras in terms of performance and handling. Whether you’re interested in shooting fast-moving subjects, documentary photography, portrait photography, travel photography or wildlife photography, the A9 is one of the best mirrorless cameras to consider. With its tough magnesium-alloy frame and weather-resistant design, this is a camera that photographers can use with confidence in a variety of environments and conditions.

Using Sony’s powerful Bionz X image processing engine, with intelligent area-specific noise reduction, back-illuminated (BSI) sensor construction and native ISO sensitivity range of ISO 100-52100 (expandable to 204800), the A9 can produce clean results even in challenging lighting conditions.

The A9 features a 693-point hybrid autofocus system, covering 93% of the frame, for quick and accurate AF tracking results, as well as improved Eye AF. Similar to using the optical viewfinder of a DSLR, there’s no blackout when using the camera’s impressive 20fps electronic shutter, making it easier for photographers to keep up with subjects. Recording to dual SD slots, the A9’s autofocus system calculates AF/AE 60 times per second making it one of the best cameras for photographing fast and erratically-moving subjects. An additional benefit of this camera’s e-shutter is that it has been designed to combat distortion typically associated with electronic shutters. This system is capable of focusing in low-visibility conditions as dim as EV-3, equivalent to moonlight. The A9 also features a completely silent electronic shutter mode, enabling photographers to continue shooting without causing a distraction during sensitive occasions such as concert recitals, golf tournaments and wedding ceremonies for example.

The A9’s 3-inch 1.440k-dot tilting touchscreen LCD offers a crisp display for composing images, tactile control and touch AF. However, the A9 also has a high-resolution 3.68-million dot Quad-VGA OLED viewfinder, which is great for composing images in bright lighting conditions. The A9 uses the latest Sony Alpha menu system, which offers a high level of personalisation, including the ability to recall custom settings at the touch of a function button.

Suitable for photographers looking for a professional-level camera that offers cutting-edge technology for tracking and photographing action, the A9 offers superior performance, full manual control and customisable DSLR-like handling.

Sony Alpha A9 - Video recording and connectivity

Compatible with a growing family of excellent Sony E-mount lenses, the A9 boasts some professional video-recording capabilities. Featuring 5-axis image stabilisation, the Sony Alpha A9 can record smooth 100Mbps 4K-video footage at up to 30fps. It can also be used to produce Full HD videos at up to 120fps, ideal for capturing action and producing cinematic slow-motion video footage. Critical for news and sports photographers, the Sony A9 features FTP transfer via its LAN terminal. It also has a standard flash sync terminal making it compatible with a wider variety of flash unit and triggers.

Using the Sony PlayMemories app, Sony Alpha camera owners can connect their cameras to Android and Apple iOS smart devices using Wi-Fi and NFC, for seamless photo sharing and wireless camera control.

Specifications

Model a9
Vari-angle monitor Yes
Compatible storage media (card not supplied) SDXC, Mem Stick PRO Duo , SD Card, SDHC Card
ISO Speed Range 204800 (extended)
Weight (g) 673 g
Focusing Modes One-shot AF, Continuous AF, Manual
Auto Exposure Bracketing Yes
Connection Type HDMI
Exposure Modes Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Picture Modes, Manual
Sensor Size (WxH mm) 35.6 x 23.8mm
Monitor Size 3.0"
Flash None
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) 20fps
Touchscreen Yes
4K Video Recording Yes
Megapixel Banding 20 - 30
White Balance Modes Auto, Preset, White Balance Bracketing, Custom
MegaPixel (Effective Resolution) 24.2 megapixels
Metering Modes Evaluative, Centre Weighted, Spot
Max Image Resolution 6000x4000
Lens Fitting Sony FE
Audio Recording Yes
Built in Flash No
Body Dimensions (WxHxD) mm 126.9 x 95.6 x 63.0mm