fast 'normal' lens for Sony A-6000
Nov 5, 2017 13:58:03 #
Guys, I am shooting the Sony A-6000 (and soon the A-6500). I have the F4 zoom lenses (10-18, 16-70, 70-200) and the 90 f2.8 macro, all of which are great lenses. But I also want a fast 'normal' lens for street, night club, theater, etc. I have the 32mm f1.8, but on the A-6000 that becomes the equivalent to a 48mm, which is a little longer than I want for a normal lens. I would prefer something more like a 20 (functional equivalent 30). I know I could buy the Sony 20mm f2.8 pancake, but (a) that is a bit slow, and (b) I have read some luke-warm reviews of the lens. So any suggestions on a high-quality fast normal? Somewhere around 20mm, and f2.0 or faster. Thanks in advance.
Nov 5, 2017 14:21:24 #
Take a look here:
https://www.switchbacktravel.com/best-lenses-sony-a6300
https://www.borrowlenses.com/blog/best-lens-for-sony-a6000/
https://www.switchbacktravel.com/best-lenses-sony-a6300
https://www.borrowlenses.com/blog/best-lens-for-sony-a6000/
Nov 5, 2017 14:43:20 #
Nov 6, 2017 06:20:05 #
dkeysser wrote:
Guys, I am shooting the Sony A-6000 (and soon the ... (show quote)
The Sony Zeiss 24 mm f1.8 is a beautiful lens. I think you would like it.
Nov 6, 2017 06:44:29 #
dkeysser wrote:
Guys, I am shooting the Sony A-6000 (and soon the ... (show quote)
Here are sites listed recommended lenses for E-Mount cameras. The better the lens, the higher the price. Reviewers are always going to find something to complain about.
https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/first-sony-e-mount-lenses-to-buy/
https://www.dxomark.com/best-lenses-for-the-sony-a6000-primes-and-zooms/
http://heavy.com/camera/2017/06/best-a6000-lenses-for-sale-sony/
https://www.borrowlenses.com/blog/best-lens-for-sony-a6000/
https://www.switchbacktravel.com/10-great-sony-fe-full-frame-lenses
http://briansmith.com/sony-a7-a7r-a7s-lens-guide/
http://briansmith.com/best-sony-fe-fullframe-e-mount-lenses/
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-15-best-sony-e-fe-mount-lenses-2017-29886
https://www.slrlounge.com/first-5-lenses-buy-sony-a7-series-camera/
Nov 6, 2017 07:01:44 #
I use this Zeiss lens with a Sony 6500 and an A7 and it is about the only lens I use now. It is a great lens. I like to shoot the Milky Way and it works very well for that.
Nov 6, 2017 07:07:27 #
Check out Samyang/Rokinon 12mm for E mount lenses....manual but great lens for walk around
Nov 6, 2017 08:57:53 #
I have the Sigma 19mm 2.8 and the Sigma 30mm 2.8 on my Sony A6000's and can highly recommend them. Neither lens has OSS but that has not been a factor at all. Both of these Sigma lenses get excellent reviews.
Nov 6, 2017 21:32:14 #
Redrocks wrote:
I use this Zeiss lens with a Sony 6500 and an A7 and it is about the only lens I use now. It is a great lens. I like to shoot the Milky Way and it works very well for that.
What lens?
Nov 6, 2017 22:53:41 #
Sorry for the lack of clarity. The lens I love is Sony Zeiss 24 mm f1.8. I bought it used, but in great shape.
Nov 6, 2017 23:32:12 #
Nov 7, 2017 00:03:39 #
dkeysser wrote:
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The 50, IS a normal lens!!!
SS
Nov 7, 2017 03:13:51 #
SharpShooter wrote:
The 50, IS a normal lens!!!
SS
SS
And, maybe a 30mm (45mm equivalent) is even more "normal".Nov 7, 2017 03:14:24 #
Nov 7, 2017 03:27:49 #
dkeysser wrote:
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"The technical definition of a standard lens is one whose focal length roughly matches the diagonal or the film or image sensor. For a standard full-frame 35mm camera this gives a focal length of around 43mm.
In reality, the actual focal lengths chosen by manufacturers tend to be slightly longer than this. For a 35mm sensor, 50mm is the most common standard lens, although some companies do sell lenses which are closer to 43mm focal length."
http://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/standard-lenses
So, it could be argued that the closest one is apt to get in a Sony "normal" lens for their APS-C cameras is the FE 28mm f/2 (SEL28F20). That would be a 42mm equivalent.
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