Questions & Answers

Name: Sony - Alpha a9 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only) - Black
Brand: Sony
SKU: 5865600
Price: 3999.99 USD
Rating: 4.9 (57 reviews)

Sony - Alpha a9 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only) - Black

Model:: ILCE9/B; |
SKU:: 5865600

User rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars with 57 reviews.

Highly rated by customers for:

Show only Answered Questions

Page Showing 1-12 of 12 questions

Ask a Question

QuestionWhat can Sony-Alpha a9 do better than Sony-7R mirrorless camera?What is the difference between the two?The advantage and disadvantage of it?Picture,video quality and performance wise?
Asked 8 years ago by RandreamerShot.
- Answer Assuming you're talking about the a7rII, the a9 has a much faster burst rate (20fps vs 5fps), better autofocus system, and faster operation overall. Plus a larger battery, dual card slots, and ergonomic improvements like the joystick and shooting and af mode dials. The a7rII has more resolution, but is a sluggish body. I own both the a7rII and a9...they both have their purposes. The a9 is better suited for sports/action/events, and the a7rII is better suited for landscapes and posed portraiture.
  Answered 8 years ago by FocalPointsPhoto
  Answer this question
QuestionAny valid reason to go with an A9 now instead of an A7R-III? Especially for doing wildlife / field shots in Florida using stuff like a 24-240mm lens.
Asked 7 years ago by PhotoDave.
- Answer I had the a7r3 as well for a short period of time. I found A9 to focus and hold better on a moving animal. More importantly with it 20 vs 10 fps you never miss any of the action shots. You then can pick the best where with the A7... you may have missed it. I had an a72 and A7s2 and the A9 is a far better camera. In instills a confidence in you that you will always capture that right shot. I feel the added cost was worth it.
  Answered 7 years ago by Scott
  Answer this question
QuestionWhich Best Buy store has this open box?
Asked 6 years ago by Craighead7.
- Answer Hi Craig, You have to keep on checking the Best Buy website for open box items. 1 week after I purchased my A9 I saw an open box appear on the BB website. However, when I tried to click on it I would be directed to the new camera. I recall the open box was $2,399? I ended up calling the BB 1-800 number and a rep said there was some kind of mistake and the open box was not available. If you get the option to buy it now ( open box) I would pull the trigger and order it. I would assume if you inspect it at the store and something wasn’t just right you should be able to return it? When I ordered my 24-70 GM lens at a local BB I had to sign the signature pad that a restocking fee of 15-20% applied. I ordered my battery grip as an open box. I saved $50 and was able to use rewards. The grip was flawless. Good Luck! Mike
  Answered 6 years ago by Mike
  Answer this question
QuestionIs this a Low light camera for filming in a dark club?
Asked 6 years ago by Amina.
- Answer The a9 is a fabulous Stills Photography Camera. It excels at Sports Photography with spectacular AF Tracking. It's video is very adequate, however the Sony a7III outperforms the a9 in Video. Where the a9 excels is its Stills AF Tracking, more robust shutter and a better sensor for stills (That allows for better AF Tracking). Low light, the a9 is no better than the a7III. (The a7III has more video options and is chosen by pro videographers over the a9)
  Answered 6 years ago by Longtimepro
  Answer this question
QuestionAre there functional limitations using the sony 70to 400mm telephoto lens such as focus controls or exposure controls.?
Asked 6 years ago by Dick.
- Answer Do you mean Sony FE100-400mm? If so, I dont have this lens, yet. Though, from what I've been reading, this lens was build specifically for the A9 so I would imagine its designed to take advantage of all its features. It is THE companion zoom lens for the A9.
  Answered 6 years ago by SoccerDad
  Answer this question
QuestionCan I use FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS on A9? I saw it said they are not fully compatible on sony's website.
Asked 8 years ago by 010203.
- Answer Hi 010203, The SEL70200GM is compatible with Sony A9. However, it is recommended to update the lens firmware to Ver. 02 or higher to improve the AF Track performance in Continuous Shooting mode. Here is the link for more information: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/accessories/compatibility.php?area=gb&lang=en&mdl=SEL70200GM&cat=3 -Jerome
  Answered 8 years ago by SonyListens
  Answer this question
QuestionWhy do you advertise a like new Sony A9 open box and give no information as to where it is or what store ? No phone # either !
Asked 4 years ago by JDF.
Answer This Question
QuestionI have Sony A lens 24-70, 70-200, 15-30 all 2.8. Do these lens work well with the a9 if you use the adaptor?
Asked 4 years ago by Michael.
- Answer Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. It is available with a Mount Adaptor but there are restrictions. Please visit lens compatibility with that model and lens on our Sony E support Page. Restrictions are listed for each adaptor, and lens. Thank you.
  Answered 4 years ago by SonyListens
  Answer this question
QuestionHow can it be that I added this camera to my cart as an open box item in excellent condition at an amazing price of $2,099, go through the entire checkout process, including inputting my credit card only to find out the next day that it wasn’t processed?!
Asked 6 years ago by Charley86.
Answer This Question
QuestionI'm going to purchase my next lens, what are some suggestions. I have the FE 70-200 GM, I'm looking for something more compact and not so heavy and expensive. What are some thoughts on SEL28F20, SEL35F28Z, SEL85F18...
Asked 6 years ago by Graciemichelle.
- Answer What are you trying to do with your next lens. The ones you mentioned are prime lens. I have the 85 f/1.8 for portraits and it is the best!!!
  Answered 6 years ago by SoccerDad
  Answer this question
QuestionHas the Sony a9 german language in the menue? Thank You very much.
Asked 7 years ago by Mikel.
- Answer Hi Mikel, Sony cameras do not have a German language option. You may visit this article for more details: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00015444 Regards, Vincent
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
  Answer this question
QuestionWondering if the Sony a9 can use Nikon lenses? Do you have an adapter for this setup? If so how much is the adapter? Pros and Cons using the adapter. Thanks...
Asked 8 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes there are several Nikon f mount Sony e mount adapters. Metabones is a popular one. Do a quick search on any popular photo site or e-tailer and you will find many reviews.
  Answered 8 years ago by NickK
  Answer this question

Showing 1-12 of 12 questions

Questions & Answers

Sony - Alpha a9 Mirrorless Camera (Body Only) - Black

Q: QuestionWhat can Sony-Alpha a9 do better than Sony-7R mirrorless camera?What is the difference between the two?The advantage and disadvantage of it?Picture,video quality and performance wise?

Q: QuestionAny valid reason to go with an A9 now instead of an A7R-III? Especially for doing wildlife / field shots in Florida using stuff like a 24-240mm lens.

Q: QuestionWhich Best Buy store has this open box?

Q: QuestionIs this a Low light camera for filming in a dark club?

Q: QuestionAre there functional limitations using the sony 70to 400mm telephoto lens such as focus controls or exposure controls.?

Q: QuestionCan I use FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS on A9? I saw it said they are not fully compatible on sony's website.

Q: QuestionWhy do you advertise a like new Sony A9 open box and give no information as to where it is or what store ? No phone # either !

Q: QuestionI have Sony A lens 24-70, 70-200, 15-30 all 2.8. Do these lens work well with the a9 if you use the adaptor?

Q: QuestionHow can it be that I added this camera to my cart as an open box item in excellent condition at an amazing price of $2,099, go through the entire checkout process, including inputting my credit card only to find out the next day that it wasn’t processed?!

Q: QuestionI'm going to purchase my next lens, what are some suggestions. I have the FE 70-200 GM, I'm looking for something more compact and not so heavy and expensive. What are some thoughts on SEL28F20, SEL35F28Z, SEL85F18...

Q: QuestionHas the Sony a9 german language in the menue? Thank You very much.

Q: QuestionWondering if the Sony a9 can use Nikon lenses? Do you have an adapter for this setup? If so how much is the adapter? Pros and Cons using the adapter. Thanks...

QuestionWhat can Sony-Alpha a9 do better than Sony-7R mirrorless camera?What is the difference between the two?The advantage and disadvantage of it?Picture,video quality and performance wise?

QuestionAny valid reason to go with an A9 now instead of an A7R-III? Especially for doing wildlife / field shots in Florida using stuff like a 24-240mm lens.

QuestionWhich Best Buy store has this open box?

QuestionIs this a Low light camera for filming in a dark club?

QuestionAre there functional limitations using the sony 70to 400mm telephoto lens such as focus controls or exposure controls.?

QuestionCan I use FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS on A9? I saw it said they are not fully compatible on sony's website.

QuestionWhy do you advertise a like new Sony A9 open box and give no information as to where it is or what store ? No phone # either !

QuestionI have Sony A lens 24-70, 70-200, 15-30 all 2.8. Do these lens work well with the a9 if you use the adaptor?

QuestionHow can it be that I added this camera to my cart as an open box item in excellent condition at an amazing price of $2,099, go through the entire checkout process, including inputting my credit card only to find out the next day that it wasn’t processed?!

QuestionI'm going to purchase my next lens, what are some suggestions. I have the FE 70-200 GM, I'm looking for something more compact and not so heavy and expensive. What are some thoughts on SEL28F20, SEL35F28Z, SEL85F18...

QuestionHas the Sony a9 german language in the menue? Thank You very much.

QuestionWondering if the Sony a9 can use Nikon lenses? Do you have an adapter for this setup? If so how much is the adapter? Pros and Cons using the adapter. Thanks...