- Is the a9 II worth it over the original a9?
- The a9 II adds a 10 fps mechanical shutter, dual UHS-II card slots, a deeper grip, better sealing and faster Ethernet. If you shoot events or need card redundancy, those upgrades matter; for pure speed the original a9 is close.
- How does the a9 II compare with the Sony a1?
- The a1 doubles resolution to 50MP and adds 8K and 4K 120p video, but it costs far more. The a9 II is the cheaper way to get blackout-free 20 fps and proven tracking.
- Does the a9 II have a silent shutter?
- Yes. The electronic shutter is completely silent and works at up to 20 fps with no blackout, which is why event and wildlife shooters like it.
- What is in the box with the body?
- The body-only kit includes the camera, a battery, a charger, a strap and a body cap. No lens is included, so you need a Sony E-mount lens.
- How is the battery life?
- Sony rates the NP-FZ100 at roughly 500 shots with the viewfinder and more with the LCD. Most owners carry a spare for long event days.
- Can it record video well?
- It shoots 4K 30p and 1080p at up to 120p with good autofocus, but it lacks 4K 60p and 10-bit internal recording, so it is a stills-first camera.
- Where is the Sony Alpha a9 II Mirrorless Digital Camera Body ILCE9M2/B cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $4,429.95, as of our latest check.