• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to site footer
Alpha Shooters Logo

AlphaShooters.com

News & Community for Sony Alpha Shooters

  • Blog
  • Forums
  • InstaView
  • Cameras
  • Lenses
  • Accessories
  • Compare
  • Marketplace

Sony a9II Manual PDF + Online Help Guide

You are here: Home / Sony Alpha Mirrorless Cameras / Sony a9II / Sony a9II Manual PDF + Online Help Guide

Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this site. I may also earn from links to other online retailers at no extra cost to you.

Last updated: January 14, 2021 by Timothy Mayo

You can download the Sony a9II manual in PDF format here.

However, I would actually recommend that you visit the Sony a9II Online Help Guide instead of downloading the manual.

The online help guide covers all of the features in much more detail and is also a lot easier to navigate than the PDF instruction manual.

Sony a9II Manual

Sony a9II Forum & Facebook Group

If you are looking for further help and advice on the a9II or would simply like to share your photos, then please head over to our friendly Sony a9II Forum. If you prefer Facebook then I also run the Sony a9 / a9II Shooters Group.

Check Price & Buyer Reviews for Sony a9II

At: Amazon | B&H Photo

a9II User Manual Topics Covered

  1. Preparing the Camera
  2. Shooting
  3. Recording Movies
  4. Viewing
  5. Customizing the Camera
  6. Using Network Functions
  7. Using a Computer
  8. List of Menu Items

The Friedman Archives Guide to Sony’s A9 II

If you would prefer a nicely formatted guide then Gary Friedman is renown for his ebooks that combine technical insights, remarkable thoroughness, and an easy-to-read style. This is available on Amazon.

The Friedman Archives Guide to Sony's A9 II

Sony a9II FAQs

How do I format the memory card?

To format a memory card you need to go to: MENU → (Setup) → [Format] → desired memory card slot.

How do I change the focus frame color?

If the focus frame is difficult to see because of the subject, then you can make it more visible by changing its color. To do this go to: MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [Focus Frame Color] → desired color.

How do I shoot in APS-C mode?

To shoot in APS-C mode then go to: MENU → (Camera Settings1) → [APS-C/Super 35mm] → desired setting. If you select [On] or [Auto], you can then use an APS-C lens. When shooting in APS-C mode the megapixels are reduced to 10MP.

Sony a9II Resources

Sony a9II Accessories

Sony a9II Accessories Guide

Sony a9II Firmware Update v2.00

Sony a9II Firmware Update v2.00

Sony Alpha Forum

About Timothy Mayo

I love shooting wildlife the most but will happily point my camera at pretty much anything. I started Alpha Shooters in 2017 to share my own photographic journey and experiences shooting with Sony Alpha. The site has since evolved into a popular community and resource. You can also find out more about my story here or follow me on Instagram if you wish. I also have a YouTube Channel but haven't published much content over the past year due to spending more time changing smelly nappies and also launching our community forums. However, I do plan to get back to creating content for YouTube in 2021!

Sidebar

Pro Membership

If you’d like to support this site you can easily do so by becoming a Pro Member in our Community Forums and unlocking the following benefits:

✓ No Adverts in the Forums
✓ Pro Member Competitions
✓ Sell Items in the Marketplace
✓ Unlimited Gallery Uploads
✓ Higher Resolution Gallery Uploads
✓ Forum Profile Signature
✓ Custom Profile Cover Photo
✓ Advertise Your Photography Workshops

Join today!

Latest Articles

Sony A7S III Firmware Update

Sony A7S III Firmware Update v2.00

Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Lens

Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens Announced

Sony FX3 Front

Sony Officially Announces the FX3 Cinema Camera

Tamron 20mm F2.8 Di III OSD Review

Tamron 20mm F2.8 Di III OSD Review

Featured Articles

Sony Alpha Deals

Sony Alpha USA Promo Deals – $1000 off the A9

Sony A7III Memory Cards

Best Sony A7III Memory Cards Tested

Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G vs FE 100-400 F4.5-5.6 GM Comparison

Sony 200-600 G vs 100-400 GM Review & Comparison

Pro Membership Upgrade

If you’d like to support this site you can easily do so by becoming a Pro Member in our Community Forums and unlocking the following benefits:

✓ No Adverts in the Forums
✓ Pro Member Competitions
✓ Sell Items in the Marketplace
✓ Unlimited Gallery Uploads
✓ Higher Resolution Gallery Uploads
✓ Forum Profile Signature
✓ Custom Profile Cover Photo
✓ Advertise Your Photography Workshops

Join today!

Facebook Groups

Alpha Shooters
Wildlife
Landscape
Portraits
Macro
Sports
Street
Weddings
Video

a1
a7 III
a7 IV
a7R IV
a9 / a9II
a7S III
a7C
a6100
a6400
a6600

Accessory Guides

Sony a7R IV Accessories
Sony a7III Accessories
Sony a7R III Accessories
Sony a9II Accessories
Sony a9 Accessories
Sony a6600 Accessories
Sony a6400 Accessories
Sony a6100 Accessories
Sony a6000 Accessories

Lens Guides

Sony FE Lenses
Sony APS-C Lenses
Sony Macro Lenses
Sony Telephoto Lenses
Sony a7III Lenses
Sony a7R IV Lenses
Sony a7R III Lenses
Sony a6600 Lenses
Sony a6400 Lenses
Sony a6000 Lenses

Alpha Shooters Text Logo

Return To Top

Copyright © 2021 Alpha Shooters. All Rights Reserved. Content and images may not be used without permission.
Disclaimer: Alpha Shooters is an independently run website and is not affiliated with Sony.com
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Terms · Privacy · Cookies · Contact · About · Affiliate Links