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Dec 10, 2018 14:34:21   #
bwana Loc: Bergen, Alberta, Canada
 
rwoodvira wrote:
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I have several Sigma lenses and I understand with the MC11 adapter they work well. For the Sony I will probably get the 24-105 f4 to start. Have any of you made the switch and how has it gone to date? Thank you for your help.

I moved from Canon to Sony back in 2013, first with an A7R then an A7S and A7 II. I now own the A7R II, the RX10 III & IV (the A7R and A7 II have been sold). I use several of my better Canon lenses with both the A7S and A7R II quite successfully but have acquired three Sony FE mount lenses.

I am VERY happy with the move to Sony mirrorless!

bwa

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Dec 10, 2018 15:04:58   #
lev29 Loc: Born and living in MA.
 
amfoto1 wrote:
Sony A7III (24MP, $2000)... 1.43 lb./650 grams
Canon 6D Mark II (26MP, $1300)... 1.51 lb./685 grams

Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 OSS ($1300)... 1.46 lb./663 grams
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 IS USM II ($1100)... 1.75 lb./795 grams

1318 gram Sony combo versus 1460 gram Canon combo.... a savings of 142 grams... or 5 oz.

But the original poster isn't using a full frame camera now, so needs to compare the size/weight of the above with what they have now and other APS-C cameras and crop sensor lenses...

Canon 70D (20MP)... 1.66 lb./753 grams
Canon 80D (24MP)... 1.61 lb./730 grams
Canon Rebel SL2 (24MP)... 0.9 lb./406 grams
Canon EF-S 18-135mm IS STM... 1.06 lb./480 grams
Canon EF-S 18-135mm IS USM... 1.13 lb/515 grams
Canon EF-S 15-85mm IS USM... 1.27 lb./575 grams

Sony a6500 (24MP).... 1 lb./453 grams
Sony E 16-70mm f/4 OSS... 0.68 lb./308 grams
Sony E 18-105mm f/4 OSS... 0.94 lb./427 grams
Sony E 18-135mm...... 0.72 lb./326 grams

Assuming they are using one of the above EF-S lenses on their Canon APS-C DSLR, in all cases a full frame Sony MILC and lens would end up heavier ...
Sony A7III (24MP, $2000)... 1.43 lb./650 grams br ... (show quote)
Thanks for summarizing those weights!

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Dec 10, 2018 15:06:37   #
lev29 Loc: Born and living in MA.
 
kymarto wrote:
When I bought my A7r2 I had no idea how useful IBIS actually is. Buying a cheap tripod in lieu of stabilization could only be suggested by someone who has never used it. A tripod is an extra piece of gear that must be carried and set up, inhibits free movement and positioning and is generally a pain in the butt.

Of course a tripod has its place and is not only useful but invaluable in many situations, but I am finding that IBIS has been a godsend, allowing me to get a multitude of shots that would not have been possible (due to lighting conditions and the need for speed) and at lower ISOs that I could never have done without it.
When I bought my A7r2 I had no idea how useful IBI... (show quote)

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Dec 10, 2018 15:37:57   #
bwana Loc: Bergen, Alberta, Canada
 
kymarto wrote:
When I bought my A7r2 I had no idea how useful IBIS actually is. Buying a cheap tripod in lieu of stabilization could only be suggested by someone who has never used it. A tripod is an extra piece of gear that must be carried and set up, inhibits free movement and positioning and is generally a pain in the butt.

Of course a tripod has its place and is not only useful but invaluable in many situations, but I am finding that IBIS has been a godsend, allowing me to get a multitude of shots that would not have been possible (due to lighting conditions and the need for speed) and at lower ISOs that I could never have done without it.
When I bought my A7r2 I had no idea how useful IBI... (show quote)



Totally agree!

bwa

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Dec 10, 2018 20:11:00   #
imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida
 
rwoodvira wrote:
I moved from Nikon to Canon at the beginning of digital as I felt that the Canon chip at the time provided better color. 10d, then 40d, then 70d and added a 2nd body SL2. The latter was because of weight. I've noted before I had a bout with cancer, 4 major surgeries later (missing esophagus, parts of small and large intestine), I'm still around but I have occasionally a tremor which screws up my shot. I believe I need the 5 axis stabilization which most Canon products lack (all but the M5 which is video only). Sony color seems about the closest to Canon and I've been debating getting a full frame. I'm leaning towards the A7iii or A7Riii. I primarily shoot landscape and birds. I have several Sigma lenses and I understand with the MC11 adapter they work well. For the Sony I will probably get the 24-105 f4 to start. Have any of you made the switch and how has it gone to date? Thank you for your help.
I moved from Nikon to Canon at the beginning of di... (show quote)


Fast action AF that most people can afford, = Canon. Canon wrote the book on fast/accurate AF.

Sony is coming on strong - must be their best bodies and lenses - IF - you can afford them.

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Dec 10, 2018 21:14:02   #
bnsf
 
Who has manufactured the best mirrorless lenses on the market? Not Canon, Not Nikon, Not Pentrek, SONY. Everybody is coping the Sony lenses. Read the reviews on the Sony lenses.

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