Upgrade guide · updated 5 November 2026
Should I upgrade from the Sony Alpha A9 to the Sony Alpha A9 II?
Verdict
Upgrading is hard to justify for most people. Both use the Sony E / FE mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- Little on paper
What you give up
- Nothing significant on paper
What it costs
| Alpha A9 II new | No longer sold new |
| Alpha A9 II used (MPB, typical) | £1,300 |
| Your Alpha A9 trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £460 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £840 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
Sony Alpha A9 specs · Sony Alpha A9 II specs · best lenses for the Alpha A9 II
Other upgrade paths
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Sony Alpha A9 to the Sony Alpha A9 II?
The upgrade is hard to justify for most people. You gain modest improvements.
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Alpha A9 to the Alpha A9 II?
The Alpha A9 II costs No longer sold new new and about £1,300 used at MPB. Trading in a used Alpha A9 might bring roughly £460, so the net cost is around £840 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Alpha A9 lenses work on the Alpha A9 II?
Both use the Sony E / FE mount, so your lenses fit directly.