Sony has taken a sizable leap forward in some regards, but just a small leap forward in others. If the A9 II is right for you, it will be because you want Sony's lenses, autofocus technology, and specifically, the improved ergonomics and customizability that this generation offers.

Best autofocus performance of any mirrorless camera, Best autofocus point control interface of any mirrorless system, Flagship grade build quality, Competitive shooting speed against both DSLRs and other new mirrorless competition, Ergonomic improvements and customization improvements

Less of a "leap forward" from the A9 than the A9 was originally ground-breaking, Menus still crowded with more options than any other camera, Menu organization still confusing, "My Menu" a must, 24 megapixels not enough for certain types of photography

The Apple iPhone 14 isn’t a huge upgrade on the iPhone 13, yet it still is a great phone with a top camera, good battery life and all the iOS benefits.

Clever safety features, Very good battery life, Reliable camera, Fun colours, You’ve got an ageing iPhone: If you’re on an iPhone 11 or older, then the changes here will make a notable difference.

Stuck on a 60Hz display, Minimal differences to the iPhone 13, You’ve got an iPhone 13: The changes from Apple’s previous phone aren’t enough to warrant an upgrade this year.

The Apple iPhone 14 is no match for the just-released iPhone 14 Pro, but if you ignore that, it’s one of the most effective phones around.

Great cameras, front and back, Fast performance, Good battery life, Innovative safety features

Design too familiar, Some average features

“The iPhone 14 isn't a huge upgrade compared to its predecessor. But with a great design, screen, performance, and cameras, that's far from a bad thing at all.”

Comfortable, high-end build, OLED screen looks fantastic, A15 chip performs great, Good camera upgrades, Dependable battery life, Helpful safety features

60Hz display, No telephoto camera, eSIM might be a pain for some

The iPhone 14 isn’t much of an upgrade over the iPhone 13, but it’s still a great device and an upgrade for anyone coming from the iPhone 11 or older.

Great camera, Good battery, Emergency features are cool, Still excellent performance

Display could use some upgrades

Apple has given select media outlets and YouTubers access to the new iPhone 14 ahead of when it begins arriving in customers' hands on Friday, September 16. There are two models of the ‌iPhone‌ 14, the standard 6.1-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 and the larger 6.7-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 Plus.

More like an iPhone 13S. The generational upgrades for the iPhone 14 are limited to a few subtle changes. At the same time, however, the base price climbs to 800 USD, while the only true innovation happens inside the iPhone 14 Pro series.

excellent OLED display, dust- and waterproof, fast Wi-Fi, wide range of supported frequencies, great camera, very fast performance, good battery life

display limited to 60 Hz, charging rate limited to 20 watts, no macro lens, wide notch

The Sony Alpha 9 Mark II comes with the best autofocus system we've seen. It's compact yet has a good-sized grip, produces great Raw and JPEG files, offers excellent battery life and solid video capture. That said, we do think its video capabilities and rear screen could be updated, and of course, this is a sports camera, so those looking for maximum resolution or dynamic range are barking up the wrong tree. But the a9 II meets and, in some cases, exceeds the capabilities of its peers and makes for a truly compelling value for sports and action photographers.

Sports, action and event photography specialists, run-and-gun video shooters that need solid out-of-camera footage and generalist photographers that want the best autofocus performance they can find.;

Landscape and studio purists that may need more resolution or dynamic range, high-end video shooters that need more flexible files in post-production;

With the second iteration of its high speed, full-frame mirrorless camera, Sony has concentrated on subtle, rather than dramatic improvements. The a9 II ($4,499.99, body only) is the equal of its predecessor, the a9, from an imaging perspective. Improvements are largely ergonomic, so there's little reason for a9 owners to upgrade. But that doesn't detract from just how good the a9 II is for capturing sports, wildlife, and other subjects that task autofocus to its limits. Its performance is class-leading, and it undercuts its competitors in price by a wide margin, making it our Editors' Choice.Familiar, But Improved The a9 II feels familiar and comfortable in the hand. Its body isn't that much different from the a9, launched in 2017. The grip is improved, and controls have been updated to match the feel of what you get with Sony's specialized high-resolution model, the a7R IV. The body is pro-grade, with magnesium alloy construction, five-axis image stabilization, and weather p...

The Sony a9 II's blackout-free capture experience sets it apart from its full-frame rivals, and its 20fps subject tracking is unmatched.

Blackout-free capture at 20fps; Superlative autofocus system; 24MP full-frame sensor; Dust and splash protection; 5-axis IBIS; 4K video; Wired and wireless file transfer

No S-Log video profiles included; Battery doesn't match SLR rivals; Can't switch to video when clearing image buffer

The Sony Alpha 9 Mark II comes with the best autofocus system we've seen. It's compact yet has a good-sized grip, produces great Raw and JPEG files, offers excellent battery life and solid video capture.

Sports, action and event photography specialists, run-and-gun video shooters that need solid out-of-camera footage and generalist photographers that want the best autofocus performance they can find.

Landscape and studio purists that may need more resolution or dynamic range, high-end video shooters that need more flexible files in post-production.