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Sony a9 Manual – Download

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Last updated: January 14, 2021 / Published: February 8, 2018 by Timothy Mayo

You can download the English Sony a9 manual (ILCE-9) in PDF format here.

However, I would actually recommend viewing the Sony a9 Online Help Guide instead of the user manual since this not only includes more details but it’s also a lot easier to navigate.

Sony a9 Manual

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If you are looking for further help and advice on the a9 or would simply like to share your photos, then please head over to our friendly full-frame Forum.

Check Price & Buyer Reviews for Sony a9

At: Amazon | B&H Photo

The a9 Focus Settings Guide is also very useful if you want to understand more about the different focusing mode options on the Sony a9.

Sony a9 User Manual Topics Covered

  1. Names of Parts/Icons and Indicators
  2. Preparing the Camera
  3. Shooting
  4. Recording Movies
  5. Viewing
  6. Customizing the Camera
  7. Using Network Functions
  8. Using a Computer
  9. List of Menu Items

The Friedman Archives Guide to Sony’s A9

Gary Friedman is renown for his ebooks that combine technical insights, remarkable thoroughness, and an easy-to-read style. If you’d prefer a nicely formatted book than the pdf manual then this book is certainly an option.

The Friedman Archives Guide to Sony's Alpha 9

Sony a9 FAQs

How do I disable audio signals?

MENU → (Camera Settings2) → [Audio signals] → [Off] or [On:other than e-shut].

How do I move the focus point back to the center?

The easiest way to do this is to assign “focus standard” to a custom button. I’d recommend the trash can because then when you click it once you’ll be able to move the focus point around, click it twice and it will re-center.

I can’t find the option for animal eye autofocus?

You will require firmware version 6.00 or later for animal eye autofocus, so check which firmware version you have installed via the menu.

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About Timothy Mayo

I started Alpha Shooters back in 2017 to share my own experiences as a photographer shooting with Sony Alpha cameras, lenses and accessories.

I enjoy wildlife photography the most but will happily point my camera at pretty much anything.

As well as this blog you’ll also find a community forum which provides members with a friendly and safe place to share images and ask questions.

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I also have a YouTube Channel but haven’t published much content recently due to the demands of my two and four year old boys.

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