Sony Alpha a99 II
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The Sony Alpha a99 Mark II is an 'SLT' camera which uses a semi-transparent mirror that splits light between the sensor and an AF module near the viewfinder, which differentiates it from a traditional DSLR. The a99 II features a full-frame 42MP BSI CMOS sensor, Hybrid AF system with 399 contrast detect and 79 cross-type hybrid points. The camera can shoot at 12 fps with continuous autofocus and 8 fps with live view and minimal EVF blackout, according to Sony. It can capture 4K video (UHD or Super 35) using the XAVC S codec with bit rates of up to 100Mbps. The a99 II offers both S-Log2 and S-Log3 gammas and can output 4:2:2 4K video over its HDMI port.
The rugged body is weather-sealed and has built-in 5-axis image stabilization (Sony claims a 4.5-stop reduction in shake.) It features a large, high resolution EVF as well as a tilting non-touchscreen LCD.
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
| Max resolution | 7952 x 5304 |
| Effective pixels | 42 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm) |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 100-25600 (expandable to 50-102400) |
| Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Focal length mult. | 1× |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 1,228,800 |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Storage types | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC[UHS I]/MS Duo slots |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 849 g (1.87 lb / 29.95 oz) |
| Dimensions | 143 x 104 x 76 mm (5.63 x 4.09 x 2.99″) |
| GPS | None |
Even with its video and autofocus quirks, the a99 II manages to be the world's first all-rounder camera capable of both high-resolution and 12 fps burst shooting with AF. Its unique combination of features means that those who doubted SLT cameras should give the a99 II a closer look.
Good for: High resolution stills shooting in a wide array of situations. Shooters who want both an EVF and dependable battery life.
Not so good for: Shooting video with autofocus. Using 3rd party lenses. Those needing accurate focus tracking.
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