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The Sony SLT A99 is Sony's flagship full frame interchangeable lens camera, and nominally replaces the A900, which was released all the way back in 2008. It uses Sony's 'SLT' design with a 2.3M dot OLED electronic viewfinder, and has a fully-articulated 1.2M dot 3" rear LCD. Its in-body image stabilisation system works with all lenses, new or old.
The thoroughly modern A99 features a 24MP 36x24mm CMOS sensor that features on-sensor phase detection, creating a dual AF system that promises improved focus tracking and focus precision. It also includes Sony's Quick Navi interactive status panel and a host of features for video shooters, including a 'silent' control dial, mic and headphone sockets and focus peaking, to make the most of its 1080p60 HD video capability.
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
| Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.8 x 23.8 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600 |
| Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha mount |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3.00″ |
| Screen dots | 1,229,000 |
| Min shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
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| Storage types | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 812 g (1.79 lb / 28.64 oz) |
| Dimensions | 147 x 111 x 78 mm (5.79 x 4.37 x 3.07″) |
| GPS | BuiltIn |
The SLT-A99 is a feature-rich camera that still provides a wealth of easily accessed manual user controls. It stands out as the only full frame camera to offer in-body stabilization, an EVF and articulated rear screen. Budding videographers will enjoy brisk AF performance as well as the option to output uncompressed video.
Good for: Photographers looking for outstanding high ISO performance. DSLR enthusiasts who want the option to shoot using live view without sacrificing AF performance.
Not so good for: Dedicated sports shooters and those who prefer an optical viewfinder.
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Sony Alpha SLT-A99V Full-Frame 24.3 MP SLR Digital Camera with 3-Inch LED - Body Only (Black) | $2,798.00 |
Sony Alpha SLT-A99V Full-Frame 24.3 MP SLR Digital Camera with 3-Inch LED - Body Only (Black) | $2,798.00 |
Sony Alpha SLT-A99V 24.3 MP SLR Camera (Black) + SAL 28-75mm f2.8 Lens | $3,196.00 |
Sony SLT-A58K SLT-A58 with 18-55mm Zoom Lens, 20.1MP DSLR Camera w/ 3" LCD Screen (Black) + Sony SAL-552002 DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 Telephoto Lens + Sony 32GB Memory Card + Sony Small System Case + Accessory Kit | $598.00 |
Sony DSC-RX100M II Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera 20.2MP, Black | $679.99 |
Sony SLT-A58K Digital SLR Kit with 18-55mm Zoom Lens, 20.1MP SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD Screen (Black) | $498.00 |
Sony Alpha SLT-A99V Full-Frame 24.3MP DSLR Camera w/ 3" LED- Body Only (Black) + Sony SAL16105 DT 16-105mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens + Sony 64GB Memory Card + Sony Soft Carrying case + Replacement Battery + Accesory Kit | $3,498.00 |
Sony Alpha SLT-A58 Translucent Mirror Technology Digital SLR Camera Body & 18-55mm Lens with 55-200mm Lens + 32GB Card + Case + Battery + Tripod + Filters + Tele/Wide Lens Kit | $599.95 |
Sony Alpha SLT-A99V Full-Frame SLR Digital Camera and Sony 24 -70mm f/2.8 Lens Bundle | $4,796.00 |
Sony Alpha SLT-A58 Digital SLR Camera Body & 18-55mm Lens with 32GB Card + Battery + Case + Filter + Flash + Tele/Wide Lens Kit | $499.95 |
Sony Alpha SLT-A77VM A77VM 24.3MP DSLR Camera with 18-135mm Zoom Lens + Sony VGC-77AM Vertical Battery Grip + Sony 64GB SDHC Class 10 + Replacement NP-FM500H Battery + Tiffen 3-Piece Filter Set + Mini HDMI Cable + Sony Camera Case + Accessory Kit | $1,518.00 |
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