DPR: Sony a9II Gets Gold Award
The Sony a9 was a statement of a camera that was second to none for what it was designed to do and the Sony a9II continues that tradition. This is why DPR has awarded the Sony a9II with a Gold Award and high marks across the board. You can read the full review here.
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What we don’t |
- Excellent 24MP sensor with great noise performance for its class
- Truly impressive autofocus for all types of photography
- 20 fps blackout-free bursts with e-shutter, 10 fps bursts with redesigned mech. shutter
- Mech. shutter rated to 500k shots
- JPEG engine balances noise and detail exceptionally well
- Enhanced ergonomics with better dial and button feel
- Good 4K detail capture
- Great battery life
- Dual UHS-II card slots
- Good customization options, including a ‘My Menu’
- Faster Wi-Fi, more robust FTP settings
- USB type-C connection for file transfer, charging and powering the camera
- Voice memo capability
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- Video features and performance have fallen behind the competition
- Rear screen needs a bump in resolution
- Touch interface is lacking
- Menu system remains overwhelming
- Slight interface lag persists
- Exposure settings carry over from stills to video and back
- Some buttons (C1 and C2) are difficult to reach, awkward to use
- No in-camera Raw processing
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Sony a9II: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama