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Jun 18, 2015 20:54:52   #
David Morrison wrote:
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Hello Bearwitme, I am in the same situation having recently bought the A6000 and so far only using the kit 16-50, which I feel is no where near as bad as reviews make out.Now, not quite on the topic of your question, but I thought could be of interest to you,... I have ordered two Sigma prime lenses ( Sony E mount) 30mm and 60mm .These are both f2.8 and have a reputation for being quite sharp, but also they are very reasonably priced.There is also a 19mm in the same set. However, they are not walk around, but the kit lens when zoomed at 30mm has f5.6 as the fastest aperture, while the 30mm Sigma prime has f2.8- maybe worth a look sometime-- I think they may be under U$ 200 new.Cheers,--D.
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Jun 18, 2015 13:49:54   #
sirlensalot wrote:
I purchased the a6000 for low-light action sports and travel. For me, never saw the benefit of getting a small lightweight camera and attaching a long, heavy lens to it. A walk-around (for me) would probably be the 16-50 kit lens. Ideal combo for everything else? Probably the 16-70/4 and the 70-200 G F/4. I just do not have the confidence in a one size does it all type of lens.
Adding I use the 50/1.8 O.S.S. for my low light sports work.
Just wanted to add, I dislike the motorized zooms, preferring to control speed and focal length myself. Old habits I suppose.
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Thank you for response and recommendations..
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Jun 18, 2015 12:53:15   #
Magicman wrote:
Take a look at the sony G lens. It is far superior in every way than their regular lenses. I use the G 24-105 f4 sel. All auto with stabilization. Amazing for video but I have used for portraits and walk around all the time with my A 6000. Continuous f4 is great for medium low light. With Sony clear image zoom , not digital zoom , can stretch your lens to over 200 mm

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Thanks..Will ck it out..
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Jun 18, 2015 11:32:15   #
spphoto wrote:
I have the Tamron 18-200 lens and carry with me all the time.I get good results at 18 and 200

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Thanks.. I believe you are the first to say you have the Tamron...Wondering how it compares with the Sony SEL18200
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Jun 18, 2015 11:21:53   #
Kappa Bob wrote:
It is the silver one. Super lens!

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Jun 18, 2015 10:57:45   #
JimH123 wrote:
Yes, mine is silver. Great lens.

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Thanks again!!
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Jun 18, 2015 10:50:30   #
Kappa Bob wrote:
Got the SEL18200 and it is excellent. I would not recommend the LE version (poor image sharpness).

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That's the silver one correct. I do not see it in Black.. At least not on the Sony Site.. Thank You..
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Jun 18, 2015 10:10:16   #
Gaddysmom wrote:
I have owned the newer version of the 18-200 for 2-3 years. All such lenses have trade-offs-- barrel distoration at its widest, fall off in sharpness at its longest, etc. They are minimal with the Sony and if you know that going in, you will be fine.

I use mine on the NEX 7 and find the balance is comfortable.

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Jun 18, 2015 10:09:44   #
CatMarley wrote:
All of those 18 - 200's are big heavy lenses. I have found the best walk-around, on a crop camera, is 18 to 55 or thereabouts. It gives you moderate wide to short tele, and most are fairly light and compact.

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Jun 18, 2015 10:09:12   #
JimH123 wrote:
I also have the SEL18200 and just love it. Images are very sharp. I also have heard that the LE version is not sharp at all, so stay away from that one. I bought the SEL18200 used thru KEH and it is in mint condition. It is my walk around lens now.

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Jun 18, 2015 10:08:42   #
a2000c wrote:
Ditto. Lacks reach....but very sharp. On one of my a6000s all the time.

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Jun 18, 2015 07:44:20   #
Jcmarino wrote:
I have the kit lens and the 55-210 which I carry all the time. I also have a 55, 1/8 that I use for portraits.

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I have the kit lenses as well. Just want one lens to run around with.
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Jun 18, 2015 07:43:18   #
melismus wrote:
I have the SEL18200 and love it. I have heard that the LE version is not as good.

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Jun 18, 2015 06:23:36   #
Ctrclckws wrote:
I had the first one on the list, the SELP18200. I think the power zoom would be better for video than still photography.

There are 2 non-power zoom Sony 18-200 lenses.
SEL18200 and SEL18200LE.

I remember reading one website that felt that the SEL18200LE was built by Tamron and was the same lens badged as Sony. Might save you a few pennies.

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Thanks...Will look into the Sony/Tamron...
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Jun 17, 2015 09:25:35   #
jederick wrote:
I don't have any of those lenses...instead got the Sony/Zeiss 16-70 f/4 to use as my walk around lens and love this combo.

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