Thanks for the replies. I prefer the size of the DSLR(A-mount) over the mirror less bodies. I have handled the 7 series e-mount and just didn't like the feel. Regarding lenses I have a host 16-35 24-70 cz version I, 70-200 version I, and 85 cz and 50 sony. First pic taken with 85 cz others with 70-200. Lens speed is not the problem, buffer filling up too quickly is.

I have been using the original A99 for around 4 years now, mostly fast action photography. Have been pleased overall with some of the images that I have captured but the buffer fills up so quickly. To those that have actually used both, Is the buffer that much better on the A99II, or is it time to switch systems?

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Thank you for posting this.

Sony's A99 and A99II translucent mirror cameras are full frame!

Thanks for your reply. Excellent photographer, very nice equipment. Please keep the pics coming. Birding is really not my thing but I know and appreciate art when I see it.

Agree with everything the others have said :). I'm a nuts and bolts type and have to ask, what camera(s)/len(s) did you use?

I'm not even going to go there (dslr vs mirrorless) and will stay apple to apple. Anyway Sony's 850 killer is called the "A99 M2". It was released in November 2016. Check the specs and the reviews. Also note, some of the "Sony" features that Nikon finally conceded to (i.e. flip screen, focus peaking) and included in the 850.

Oh so sorry agreed with the comments regarding the original post, beautiful capture. Don't mean to hijack this post.

Real or model trains?

It has been several years since I've purchased from them but was really happy with their service/price. I had a Asus motherboard fail during the warranty period. After a phone call from my repair tech not only did they cross ship a replacement but they also sent a refund since the motherboard was cheaper at that time then when I purchased it. I hope they are still the same company as they were then A+.

Your my hero! Your wife is beautiful, You met her at a young age, and you have the A99II. Now as far as that other thing.......

Beautiful pics SB

Thank you thank you thank you! First off I agree with the hoggers that feel there is nothing wrong with revisiting old topics (there is nothing new under the sun). If you don't have the desire to, then just don't read or participate. Gene51 you are absolutely right. A pic is worth a 1000 words. We all appreciate you taking the time to post those pics, beautiful btw. I guess I have too much time on my hands cause I read this subject whenever it's posted, usually once a week :). My $.02 if expense or weight is a concern then go with the crop. Otherwise FF is the way to go. I once saw someone comment on this forum about this subject. He does drag racing and stated crop frame to full frame is the same as a small block to big block engines. According to him there is no substitution for cubic inches. And like Gene51 mentioned, compare oranges to oranges. If you compare a newer crop to a older full frame the differences may be smaller then if you compare sensors from the same generation. I have a Sony a77(crop frame) and a Sony a99 (full frame) with same generation sensors, both 24 megapix. If Pics taken with the a77 are stereo then pics from the a99 are surround sound. The full frame pics just have a presence that isn't there with the crop frame pics. I wont go into the better low light, high iso or depth of field thing.

Good advice. What camera(s) do you use?

Your welcome Jules, I think we helped each other. That's what the ugly hedgehog is all about.

Personally from what I've read/heard/experienced the only lens that really would work for you as far as basketball is the 70-200 and 50. The others will not provide enough light. Again You have a excellent camera for high iso and frame rate.