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Sony Alpha A99 II vs Sony SLT-A99
Sony Alpha A99 II
Camera summary
The Sony Alpha A99 II, made by Sony, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Sept. 19, 2016. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 102400. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.8 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony SLT-A99, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony SLT-A99
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 42 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 399 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 490 shots per charge with the included NP-FM500H battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Sony SLT-A99
Camera summary
The Sony SLT-A99, made by Sony, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Dec. 12, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.8 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A900, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Alpha DSLR-A900
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony Alpha A99 II, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony Alpha A99 II
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 24 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 19 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 500 shots per charge with the included NP-FM500H battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
No |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | 79 | 11 |
| Number of focus points | 399 | 19 |
Connectivity |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | - |
| DXO color depth | 25.4 | 25.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 13.4 | 14.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 2317.0 | 1555.0 |
| DXO overall score | 92.0 | 89.0 |
Exposure mode |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Sept. 19, 2016 | Dec. 12, 2012 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Sony | Sony |
| msrp | $1,195.00 | $749.00 |
| model | Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| Predecessor model | Sony SLT-A99 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 |
| Successor model | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
Lense |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1x | 1x |
| Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 143 | 143 |
Other features |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| GPS | - | Built-in |
| Self-timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 12.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| Battery life | 490 shots | 500 shots |
| Battery model | NP-FM500H | NP-FM500H |
| Battery type | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 143 x 104 x 76mm | 147 x 111 x 78mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 849 grs | 812 grs |
Screen |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Max image resolution | 7952 x 5304 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24 mm | 35.8 x 23.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 42 | 24 |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| Headphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 16 Mbps, AVCHD, MP4, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital192 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony SLT-A99 |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 2,359k dots |