Sony today announced the Sony Alpha A99, the world’s first full-frame camera to use Sony’s translucent mirror technology and effectively a full-frame version of the A77. Priced at $2800 and available from October, it’s already available for pre-order from Adorama and Amazon in the USA and Wex Photographic in the UK. Highlights from the full specification include:
- 24.3MP CMOS Full-frame Sensor
- Unique dual AF system – phase detection on sensor
- Improved BIONZ processor
- ISO 100-12800, with options for ISO 50 and 25600 with boost.
- Six frames per second at full resolution, 10fps in cropped mode
- AVCHD video at Full HD 1080 60/24p
- Video features include external mic and headphone sockets, clean HDMI output
- Magnesium alloy body with weather sealing
- Same XGA OLED viewfinder as A77
- Design and layout very similar to A77.
- New accessories: Battery Grip, Wireless Remote, HVL-F60M Flash, HVL-F60M Ring LIght, XLR Audio Adapter kit , Hot Shoe Adapter, Screen Protector.
- New 300mm f2.8 Telephoto Lens
New Sony A99