As of today, Zeiss 16-70 f/4 and 55-210 f 4.5. Considering an upgrade, on both though the upgrade is pricey and IDK if it will make a visual difference in prints up to 11x14.
I have a 18-105 f4. I mostly shoot video and wanted the constant aperture. I like it a little more than the 18-135 kit but honestly the image quality is almost identical. I was hoping it would be a little sharper, but all in all it isn't bad. I'm liking that super. I'm liking the super zoom you mentioned. Seems pretty good.
I only have one for my 6400; the 10-18. For the a7iii; 24-70GM, 16-35 f/4 and 70-200 f/4. Eventually, before I die, I'll get the 100-400 or the 200-600.
The 10-18mm f4 and 18-105mm f4 are particularly interesting for videographer. Sony tech support told me that while they are not technically parfocal, they are designed to communicate with the camera to automatically make continuous adjustments so they behave as if parfocal. Of course the power zoom function is also valuable.
@SECRET SCRATCHER I actually just bought an a6300 and a Sigma 30mm lens last week haha. Probably gonna get the 16mm lens soon. The big definitely got me!
Only 3 lenses u need for Sony APSC: The Sigma Triad. 1. Sigma 30mm f1.4 dc dn (45mm full frame equivalent) 2. Sigma 16mm f1.4 dc dn 3. Sigma 56mm f1.4 dc dn (85mm full frame equivalent) I'd choose Sony 18-105mm f4 as well if you need a versatile native lens.
You could go for the Sony 28mm (that's what I did) but other than that, I would go for these 3 a hundred times over instead of the zoom lenses the video maker recommends!
Excellent review! But now (early 2021) there is an alternative to the Sony 16-55, in the new Tamron 17-70 f2.8: cheaper than the Sony, longer reach, and image stabilized. Also, I think one thing could be debated about your recommendations: you describe the Sony 70-350 G lens as relatively light and small, and while that is true if you compare it to full frame lenses, you did not mention the obvious comparison, the Sony 55-210. I realize the 55-210 is nowhere near the sharpness of the 70-350, but it is almost half the weight, and super cheap, so it is a great option if someone doesn't need the super long reach of the 70-350, and if their budget is limited.
I have it on my a6400 nearly 90% of the time. Great for travel. I use it in conjunction with the 24-70GM on my a7iii, when traveling. Thanks for sharing this video. Awesome as always.
@@MPD90 I use the a7iii with the 24-70, almost like my main combination (which is kinda of weird since I prefer primes). The a6400 is so darn small and easy to pack/carry. I just got back from Morocco and carried both cameras. The alleys were pretty tight and the 10-18mm was perfect. Plus I wanted to be inconspicuous, not flashing around the big ass 24-70 and a7iii. Most of the natives really don't like having their photos taken. Nor did I want to change lenses in that sort of environment. So having both cameras with the lenses, it worked out fine. When I went to Iceland, I took just the a7iii with the 24-70. I may have taken my 85mm, too. I am still getting accustomed to both cameras and the choices of lenses available. Hope that helps.
I do agree, a6400 + 10-18mm seems like a compact point and shoot camera. Even if the lense is not for portrai shooting, it can get the job done in the crowd without having them to curious about. I took my a6400+10-18mm and the crowd is not mind as I seem like normal tourist with small point and shoot cam.
Been happy and surprised how good the 18-135 has been. That's what is on my 6600 95% of the time, and I have the 35mm 1.8 for a small fixed prime that give excellent results. Currently, can't even think of a third lens need. Something from the G or Master G series, but they are heavy and $.
18-135 is so versatile, and it is small and compact, you can take it everywhere and do so much with that zoom-range. It is also quite sharp. Only downside it is not very usable in low light situations. But your 35/1.8 helps you there, also a great lens. I own them both as well.
@@schnubbel76 No lens is perfect, But I think between those two lenses one is covered for 90% of what they want to do, and adding in the 70-350 (an amazing lens for the $) covers the other 10%. I have those three lenses now, the 18-135 still used most of the time.
I fully agree! Currently have the 10-18 and the 16-55, both fantastic lenses. Prime lenses have their appeal and I am tempted to get them (especially because I came from the RX1), but since I go to APSC for portability and convenience, getting a ton of prime lenses just doesn’t make much sense.
Thank U for sharing this, for me I have only 30mm 1.4F, and I’m looking for another to use in landscape filming, which you recommend most , 10-8 or 16mm f1.4 DC DN ?
I am new to the world of lenses and cameras for photos and videos and I must say, this is a great video with great advice, information and reasoning to assist those who are wiling to learn. Everything is applicable to real life. You are one of the rare ones that clearly explain and that is a gift for which I am appreciative. Thank you!
My 3 lenses that I always use for all situation is Sony 35mm F 1.8, Sony 200mm and Sigma 16mm 1.4. This is what all I needed for wedding, potrait, product etc.
Love these lenses, the problem is, they are all too expensive for me. You're right the lenses are as expensive as Sony's line of lenses. As a marketing edge, they should have released inexpensive lenses to attaract new buyers, unfortunately they did the opposite.
@@Gregoire0... If you are into photography, you have to realize that for the highest quality images, it WILL be very expensive, period. If you are willing to sacrifice sharpness, yes you can go “cheap”. Fast and sharp = $$$$$$; compromise = gotta give up something!
I totally understand you. However, if you think this is expensive, check out the Fuji lenses. I wanted so badly to have a Fuji, but the system is really expensive. So here I am, watching this as an alternative
Second hand maybe not bad option, but i offer one more option and much more lenses. EF-NEX lens mount adapter for e mount sony cameras. And you'll get all range canon lens. They cheaper then sony and some of them much better quality. And everything works fine. No problems with autofocus. And with some lens no problems with image stabilization ( but i do not use this option, i prefer to use tripod for photos or gimbal for videos if need ).
Been using this lens for my RUclips videos and shooting performances and it’s a beast! Sold off my sigma trio for this lens and have never looked back.
I really liked the recommendations. I'm going a slightly different route opting for the Sigma Trio with the 70-350 instead. My combo is not as versatile for run and gun but you can't speed and quality of the primes (and prices).
Those are nice lenses but of course you'd agree it depends on the end application. In my case I take primarily portraits and events. The focal range I use most on my aps-c cameras fall in the 30mm to 85mm (127 in 35mm) range. My most wide angle is 16mm which I find suits my needs well and I have no use for wider. For portraits and indoor events I use primes with f1.4 or f1.8 which is outside the realm of most zooms. I do use zooms for vacation and walk-around lenses but not for my best work.
I feel like for beginners you could go a cheaper route and head for more versatile lenses that arent as flashy for example at least 1 prime lens like a f/1.4 16mm, 30mm or 56mm sigma and then a versatile zoom like f/4 18-105mm.
Nice! I have the kit lens, 16mm sigma. The 16-55mm and the 70-350mm. Totally agree. Have zero desire to purchase any other lenses after I purchased those last two lenses. It feels great!
An expensive kit, but this is a great recommendation. I'm not going to invest this much in glass until Sony drops a next-gen sensor into one of their aps-c cameras. For now, the A6000 and 18-105 does the job. If I had an unlimited budget though, your kit would be the way to go!
If prime and bokeh is what you love, here is the best choice : 12mm f/2 Samyang + 16mm f/1.4 Sigma + 30mm f/1.4 Sigma + 56mm f/1.4 Sigma + 85mm f/1.4 Samyang. With this 5 lens you have this 5 equivalent full frame focal lenghts : 18mm + 24mm + 45mm + 85mm + 128mm
Nice video. I use the A6500 with the 10-18, 18-135 and 70-350. These lenses meet my shooting needs for the type of photography I do when I want to go light ( sunrise, sunset and wildlife).
Thanx for the recommendations, though, calculating the cost of those 3 lenses, I arrive at almost 3000$.... OMG!!! I am really thinking of buying the RX10 iv and forget about my mirrorless dream, unless I am approached to be a professional photographer in the coming week, which is a fat chance (it will also be lighter to carry around with me.)
I wish Sony would revamp the 10-18mm f4 to a 10-18mm f2.8 G. That would really complete the kit as the 16-55mm and 70-350mm is amazing but the 10-18mm is kinda lackluster compared to.
The 10-18 badly needs either a 50% price cut, a revamp or both. It's wildly too much money for the solid but unexceptional performance. Quite frankly, it doesn't stand up well to pretty much every other UWA zoom for crop sensor in the similar price range (like Fuji's decidedly better 10-24/4 OIS), its one redeeming quality is the AF, which is very good for video. It would be a good value at $400USD. Sony's FE 70-300G suffers from the same issues, performance of a $400 lens for $800 more than that. Son's APS-C line is very weak at the wide end, only the wide range of available 3rd party lenses rescues it. They've filled out a bunch of options on the long end, but only offer a single lens wider than 16mm (Fuji is the opposite, lots of wider options, but one lens longer than 230mm)
I recon you only need two for your Sony APS-C. The 10-18 F4 and the 18-200LE. I used the 10-18 85% of the time. Also great that they both use 62mm filters. PS, I don't even own the kit lens, I sold it due to never using it.
I've been using the 70-350 lens for a couple of years and love it. The BEST telephoto lens for its price and weight (and I can carry this around all day without noticing; can't say the same thing about the Sigma 150-600, which takes good pics but weighs a ton).
I would replace the first two options with the 18-105mm G4 G series lens which works great. Then, if you want more aperture you can buy a 35mm F1.8 lens. The last lens 70-350mm is amazing, I have it.
If I am going somewhere and will want to take photos while I'm there, I will take a zoom. If however, I'm going somewhere just to take photos, I prefer primes.
@@MPD90 I see your point yeah... it really depends on what you want to shoot... for street photography for example, a prime is way better aswell as for portraits... but action and landscape dont need crazy bokeh, so a zoom gives an advantage with it's versatility... I love my zooms aswell, it's just way more easy... but sometimes a prime just gives a way nicer look and I would defently miss one, not only at night.
Hi,thanks for the review.I love the photos you've shown in the video. My three favouite Sony Aps lenses are:the Sony 10-18 mm f/4;the Sony Zeiss 16-70 mm f/4: and the Sony 35 mm f/1.8. Bye!
Great review in my need 16 to 350 Apsc with the last x2 is amazing. Getting rid of my primes as I won't carry them, no need as they are the best cross section of performance for travel.
I considered the Sony SEL 16-55 but resisted and I am glad I did. I now own both the Tamron 16-70 f/2.8 and Sigma 18-50 f/2.8. I use the Tamron on one camera for stills and the sigma on another camera with a gimbal for video. I also own the 70-350. These are the three lenses I now use almost exclusively. I also purchased the Tamron 11-20 f/2.8 to cover a wider range.
I've been shooting a long time and have a full frame system. But, lately I thought I would pick up a new camera just for fun. I thought about getting a Fuji X-T2 and a standard zoom. But, since I shoot Sony cameras and lenses, I decided to get the a6600, 16-55 G, and 70-350mm G. Maybe the 10-18mm wide angle zoom that I tried is a bad copy, but I cannot recommend that lens. I'll use this system when I don't want to take my full frame system. I agree, this is a great system for beginners. If you can't afford to buy the whole system, buy the body and the 16-55mm G and add the 70-350mm G when you can.
Why Sony 75-350 would be better than Tamron 100-400? The price is similar, both have autofocus, stabilization, a similar aperture and Tamron works also with full frame...
@@saifaldin_ you're right. I bought 70-350 some days ago. It's good even if there's a very strange thing about focus. I'm into astrophotography and I'm not sure that the infinity focus of that lens is the best I can have. In 55-210 I could go manually over the "infinity" focus
Stefan Malloch Now sigma also have 100-400 DG DN Contemporary lens for Sony E mount or Mirrorless camera and that’s why I am confused that wheather I can go with Sony 70-350 or Sigma 100-400
I think beginner photographers should have none of those lenses. They teach you to be lazy, to not think about where you should stand for the best shot, where the camera should be. I was using my 12-100 recently, it's a pro lens, but the temptation to shoot from where I was was immense.
I watched Arthur R’s review. Without doing pixel peeping when “punched” in, how do the Zeiss 16-70 and the G16-55 compare with regard to a well made 11x14 print.? Sharpness, color and bokeh?
@@MPD90 Thanks for your input. For me as a casual consumer though avid photographer I've decided to go with the Zeiss and not pay the $400-600 premium for the 16-55G. The Zeiss won't hold me back from the Pulitzer haha
I would like the SEL1018. I have an SEL18200LE which is fairly good and versatile with it's large range. Those would make a great pair I think. I also have the 20mm that I rarely use unless I want something compact (or to put it on my drone) and I have the SEL35F18 which is great for low light with its F1.8. The SEL1670Z would be really nice with its constant aperture but then that's doubling up on focal lengths.
I really liked your video but I’ve got to ask . What are the lights in the right side of the video ? Circular multi colored ? It just about looks like a JBL Party speaker
The 70-350 why the need for a newer Sony Alpha camera? I have an older (4 years old) A6000 as my main backup this lens would perfect for me. Thanks very well done video.
I have an 18-105 g oss lens. it pairs up with the 10-18 perfectly, picks up where the other lens left at the same f4 apperture. the stabilisation on this zoom is awesome, it has internal zoom so it does not extend and yeah, it`s a versatile work horse. all it`s missing is maybe an f2.8 or lower. the 10-18mm would need the better apperture even more than the 18-105 though.
Hi, I'm considering to buy an A7RIV and use those aps-c lenses (with crop mode) when traveling for the sake of light weight. Could you estimate how better (in terms of image quality) this combination is compared to the combination of A6500 with those lenses? Thanks!
Tamron 17-70 f/2.8 & Tamron 70-180 f/2.8. The 70-180 is a full frame lens, but I don't think there are any 70-200ish lenses for Sony APSC that are fast. I also have the Sigma trio and with this most of my needs are met, and on the occasion that I need a super telephoto I can rent something like the Sigma 60-600 for a weekend.
Videography doesn't cares about sharpness, detail is what matters and the 18-105 makes as good results in video as the sigma 16mm 1.4(for my personal use) Maybe even bigger than.the sigma 16mm because I have the sony a6300 and I def. Have rather good Optical steady shot than any kind of sharpness and less versatility
I am so incredibly new at this. I just got my hands on a sony A6600 What lens would work best for what I am trying to do? I am looking into filming illustration, and also filming B-roll and interviewing individuals.
@@StefanMalloch something with the content of "Best 3-5 Lenses for Sony users (Full-Frame) Budget vs Performance" if you have not uploaded any. Thanks!
You can use full frame lenses on apsc with a 1.5x crop but not on a full frame camera with out crop mode. Hope that makes sense. The short answer is yes.
Just picked up the Sony 70-350 to pair with my Tamron 17-70. Will be selling off my Sony 18-135mm. I own both the Sony 10-14 and Tamron 11-20 but not sure which of the wide angle lenses to keep. Tamron’s appeal is f2.8 aperture and weather sealing while the Sony’s appeal is OSS and a tad bit wider at 10mm. What should I do?
Just bought both the Sigma 100-400 DG DN OS, and the Sony 70-350 to compare which to keep. I expected the Sigma to win. Technically, it is a much better lens. But for me, as hard as I tried to prove the Sigma, the Sony outperformed it. Surprised me, and saved me over $200! And it is a perfect partner for my sel18135, which is an awesome and affordable lens. Those would be 2 of my choices, and I am still on the hunt for a good wide angle lens.
What are your go to zooms?
As of today, Zeiss 16-70 f/4 and 55-210 f 4.5. Considering an upgrade, on both though the upgrade is pricey and IDK if it will make a visual difference in prints up to 11x14.
18-135
18-135 on apsc and 24-105 full frame
I have a 18-105 f4. I mostly shoot video and wanted the constant aperture. I like it a little more than the 18-135 kit but honestly the image quality is almost identical. I was hoping it would be a little sharper, but all in all it isn't bad. I'm liking that super. I'm liking the super zoom you mentioned. Seems pretty good.
I only have one for my 6400; the 10-18. For the a7iii; 24-70GM, 16-35 f/4 and 70-200 f/4. Eventually, before I die, I'll get the 100-400 or the 200-600.
The 10-18mm f4 and 18-105mm f4 are particularly interesting for videographer. Sony tech support told me that while they are not technically parfocal, they are designed to communicate with the camera to automatically make continuous adjustments so they behave as if parfocal. Of course the power zoom function is also valuable.
I don't even have a camera yet here I am, watching the whole video.
😂🔥
@SECRET SCRATCHER I actually just bought an a6300 and a Sigma 30mm lens last week haha. Probably gonna get the 16mm lens soon. The big definitely got me!
SAME, hahahahha!!
lmaooo
1) Sigma 16mm F1.4 for landscape and night
2) Sony kit 18-135mm for general purpose
3) Sony 70-350mm for tele
56 sigma for portrait
Been thinking of getting a Sigma. noted on #1
Now the samyang 12mm f2 AF. What a great lens
I have the 10-18, 18-105, and 70-300 for my a6500. Works for me - at this point I don’t see any need to update, but the 16-55 is really tempting...
Dear ii am using 18-105g but not taking image sharp and blurred images can u tel hoe to shoot . Sony 6300
Only 3 lenses u need for Sony APSC: The Sigma Triad. 1. Sigma 30mm f1.4 dc dn (45mm full frame equivalent)
2. Sigma 16mm f1.4 dc dn
3. Sigma 56mm f1.4 dc dn (85mm full frame equivalent)
I'd choose Sony 18-105mm f4 as well if you need a versatile native lens.
You could go for the Sony 28mm (that's what I did) but other than that, I would go for these 3 a hundred times over instead of the zoom lenses the video maker recommends!
I've got the Sigma 16mm just wish it had stabilization
UnSubscribed exactly my thoughts. I use a gimbal so really don’t care about inbuilt stabilization. Thanks bro for reinforcing it
Ikonik Modz get a compact gimbal bro
Even with that compact gimbal, which probably is a beautiful compact gimbal, you don't always want compact gimbal shots.
I only need 3 lenses: sigma 16 f1.4, sony 35mm f1.8 and sigma 56 f1.4 is enough
Việt Cường What do you use to shoot birds
right ..lens
No wildlife?
Guess also no real estate..
Plus the 10-18 and 18-105 now we’re talking
Excellent review! But now (early 2021) there is an alternative to the Sony 16-55, in the new Tamron 17-70 f2.8: cheaper than the Sony, longer reach, and image stabilized.
Also, I think one thing could be debated about your recommendations: you describe the Sony 70-350 G lens as relatively light and small, and while that is true if you compare it to full frame lenses, you did not mention the obvious comparison, the Sony 55-210. I realize the 55-210 is nowhere near the sharpness of the 70-350, but it is almost half the weight, and super cheap, so it is a great option if someone doesn't need the super long reach of the 70-350, and if their budget is limited.
I have it on my a6400 nearly 90% of the time. Great for travel. I use it in conjunction with the 24-70GM on my a7iii, when traveling. Thanks for sharing this video. Awesome as always.
Thanks for sharing Robert!
@@MPD90 Sorry, 10-18mm Sony.
@@MPD90 I use the a7iii with the 24-70, almost like my main combination (which is kinda of weird since I prefer primes). The a6400 is so darn small and easy to pack/carry. I just got back from Morocco and carried both cameras. The alleys were pretty tight and the 10-18mm was perfect. Plus I wanted to be inconspicuous, not flashing around the big ass 24-70 and a7iii. Most of the natives really don't like having their photos taken. Nor did I want to change lenses in that sort of environment. So having both cameras with the lenses, it worked out fine. When I went to Iceland, I took just the a7iii with the 24-70. I may have taken my 85mm, too. I am still getting accustomed to both cameras and the choices of lenses available. Hope that helps.
I do agree, a6400 + 10-18mm seems like a compact point and shoot camera. Even if the lense is not for portrai shooting, it can get the job done in the crowd without having them to curious about. I took my a6400+10-18mm and the crowd is not mind as I seem like normal tourist with small point and shoot cam.
@@UrbanGardenbyRithy Agreed. Thank you for sharing.
Been happy and surprised how good the 18-135 has been. That's what is on my 6600 95% of the time, and I have the 35mm 1.8 for a small fixed prime that give excellent results. Currently, can't even think of a third lens need. Something from the G or Master G series, but they are heavy and $.
18-135 is so versatile, and it is small and compact, you can take it everywhere and do so much with that zoom-range. It is also quite sharp. Only downside it is not very usable in low light situations. But your 35/1.8 helps you there, also a great lens. I own them both as well.
@@schnubbel76 No lens is perfect, But I think between those two lenses one is covered for 90% of what they want to do, and adding in the 70-350 (an amazing lens for the $) covers the other 10%. I have those three lenses now, the 18-135 still used most of the time.
Pretty much my setup too. 18 to 135, 70 to 350, and sigma 18 to 50 covers almost every typical use case @willbrink
I fully agree! Currently have the 10-18 and the 16-55, both fantastic lenses. Prime lenses have their appeal and I am tempted to get them (especially because I came from the RX1), but since I go to APSC for portability and convenience, getting a ton of prime lenses just doesn’t make much sense.
i couldn't agree with you more.
Thank U for sharing this, for me I have only 30mm 1.4F, and I’m looking for another to use in landscape filming, which you recommend most , 10-8 or 16mm f1.4 DC DN ?
I am new to the world of lenses and cameras for photos and videos and I must say, this is a great video with great advice, information and reasoning to assist those who are wiling to learn. Everything is applicable to real life. You are one of the rare ones that clearly explain and that is a gift for which I am appreciative. Thank you!
Thanks friend!
@@StefanMalloch perfect wxcapt 10-18 i wold chose 11_20 tamron intead
My 3 lenses that I always use for all situation is Sony 35mm F 1.8, Sony 200mm and Sigma 16mm 1.4. This is what all I needed for wedding, potrait, product etc.
It would be helpful if you could make another video about your favorite 3 budget lenses.
I agree 100%. I don't have 16-55 yet but that's because I just bought 24-70 Sigma for A7iii.
For full frame, it's gonna be Tamron 17-28, 28-75 (or 24-105), and 70-300. This combo actually costs less than the apsc counterpart though.
@@frankfeng2701 nope, g master trinity all the way.
Love these lenses, the problem is, they are all too expensive for me. You're right the lenses are as expensive as Sony's line of lenses. As a marketing edge, they should have released inexpensive lenses to attaract new buyers, unfortunately they did the opposite.
Always a good idea to look for second hand ones if you havent already. For example I found the 10-18mm here for $650 USD on facebook
mate are you serious , 2700 $ is it too expensive ? this Stefan Malloch is a joke
@@Gregoire0... If you are into photography, you have to realize that for the highest quality images, it WILL be very expensive, period. If you are willing to sacrifice sharpness, yes you can go “cheap”. Fast and sharp = $$$$$$; compromise = gotta give up something!
I totally understand you. However, if you think this is expensive, check out the Fuji lenses. I wanted so badly to have a Fuji, but the system is really expensive. So here I am, watching this as an alternative
Second hand maybe not bad option, but i offer one more option and much more lenses. EF-NEX lens mount adapter for e mount sony cameras. And you'll get all range canon lens. They cheaper then sony and some of them much better quality. And everything works fine. No problems with autofocus. And with some lens no problems with image stabilization ( but i do not use this option, i prefer to use tripod for photos or gimbal for videos if need ).
The middle one - I would suggest to look at the new Tamron 17-70mm F2.8 for the Sony APS-C. Cheaper and has image stabilization.
And 70mm! I use I this tamron lens on 70mm a lot
got tamron 17-70, it's surprising sharp, almost sharp as sigma trio.
Been using this lens for my RUclips videos and shooting performances and it’s a beast! Sold off my sigma trio for this lens and have never looked back.
3 Great options if you're not a fan of primes. Nice video.
Very true!
I really liked the recommendations. I'm going a slightly different route opting for the Sigma Trio with the 70-350 instead. My combo is not as versatile for run and gun but you can't speed and quality of the primes (and prices).
Those are nice lenses but of course you'd agree it depends on the end application. In my case I take primarily portraits and events. The focal range I use most on my aps-c cameras fall in the 30mm to 85mm (127 in 35mm) range. My most wide angle is 16mm which I find suits my needs well and I have no use for wider. For portraits and indoor events I use primes with f1.4 or f1.8 which is outside the realm of most zooms.
I do use zooms for vacation and walk-around lenses but not for my best work.
Of course. This was just to capture a huge general range. 😀
How is 18 to 135 which can be purchased as a kit. Comparing to yours?
I feel like for beginners you could go a cheaper route and head for more versatile lenses that arent as flashy for example at least 1 prime lens like a f/1.4 16mm, 30mm or 56mm sigma and then a versatile zoom like f/4 18-105mm.
true, but for vlogging, you need that 10-18. no stabilisation in the sigma 16 makes it look too shaky on video.
Nice! I have the kit lens, 16mm sigma. The 16-55mm and the 70-350mm. Totally agree. Have zero desire to purchase any other lenses after I purchased those last two lenses. It feels great!
This legit the best recomendation here on yt.
An expensive kit, but this is a great recommendation. I'm not going to invest this much in glass until Sony drops a next-gen sensor into one of their aps-c cameras. For now, the A6000 and 18-105 does the job. If I had an unlimited budget though, your kit would be the way to go!
I have 6400 with 18-105 just pick 55-210 for $130
The sigma trio + Sony 10-18mm + Sony 18-105 mm and you’re golden.
Except if you want to capture small birds. Also I choose samyang 12mm f/2 instead of the 10-18 for the aperture
@@MarijnvdZaag tamron will release 11-20mm 2.8 soon so I’ll choose it over Sony 10-18 and the Samayang 12 mm
I mean, just crop a little and/or move the camera a little forward... Why would you pay 400 extra to not have to do that?
@@MarijnvdZaag I haven’t bought the 10-18 mm yet, I considered buying it.
I have the sigma trio and I was thinking about adding zoom lenses.
If prime and bokeh is what you love, here is the best choice :
12mm f/2 Samyang + 16mm f/1.4 Sigma + 30mm f/1.4 Sigma + 56mm f/1.4 Sigma + 85mm f/1.4 Samyang.
With this 5 lens you have this 5 equivalent full frame focal lenghts : 18mm + 24mm + 45mm + 85mm + 128mm
I would also consider the 90mm 2.8 G OSS as an alternative for the samyang 85 1.4... trade off 2 spots of light for some silky macro bokeh & 5mm.
bokeh bokeh,, love vlogging with Sigma 16 1.4 with ND filter,, creamy blur
Wow, an impressive array of lenses...can’t afford them yet but I will research them for knowledge & future consideration. Thx.
@@powerforward1955 , you can find the sigmas 16mm / 30mm / 56mm for around 300 € / $ on the second hand market
@@carbobusy1974 agreed, bought most of my lenses used including 16F1.4 Sigma
Nice video. I use the A6500 with the 10-18, 18-135 and 70-350. These lenses meet my shooting needs for the type of photography I do when I want to go light ( sunrise, sunset and wildlife).
I just picked up an A6600 with the 18-135 kit lens, and was considering those other two to round out the group. Glad to hear you enjoy them!
People want to get lenses others have, but don’t consider what they themselves shoot. Whatever works for you, is what you should ultimately consider.
For full frame it would be the 16-35/4 Z, 24-105g/4 and the 100-400GM.
I fully agree with your review. Great job!
Samyang 12mm f2 , sigma 30mm F1.4 , Sony 18-105 f4
Thanx for the recommendations, though, calculating the cost of those 3 lenses, I arrive at almost 3000$.... OMG!!!
I am really thinking of buying the RX10 iv and forget about my mirrorless dream, unless I am approached to be a professional photographer in the coming week, which is a fat chance
(it will also be lighter to carry around with me.)
The 350mm with a A6000. What do you think?
very nice review!!! not even a sony oenwer BUT I like the focus you have! thanks for the reviews!
Thanks for watching!
I wish Sony would revamp the 10-18mm f4 to a 10-18mm f2.8 G. That would really complete the kit as the 16-55mm and 70-350mm is amazing but the 10-18mm is kinda lackluster compared to.
The 10-18 badly needs either a 50% price cut, a revamp or both. It's wildly too much money for the solid but unexceptional performance. Quite frankly, it doesn't stand up well to pretty much every other UWA zoom for crop sensor in the similar price range (like Fuji's decidedly better 10-24/4 OIS), its one redeeming quality is the AF, which is very good for video.
It would be a good value at $400USD. Sony's FE 70-300G suffers from the same issues, performance of a $400 lens for $800 more than that.
Son's APS-C line is very weak at the wide end, only the wide range of available 3rd party lenses rescues it. They've filled out a bunch of options on the long end, but only offer a single lens wider than 16mm (Fuji is the opposite, lots of wider options, but one lens longer than 230mm)
@@adam_mawz_maas yeah, why i had to go to full frame. Tamron 17-28mm kills the Sony 10-18mm f/4.
@@adam_mawz_maas yeah man it's crazy how bad the lens is for the money. Better is the samyang 12mm or the tamron 11-17
@@krishnaanand3413 I think you mean the Tamron 11-20mm f2.8. I own both but I really wish the Tamron had OSS or VC like the Sony 10-18mm f4
Is there an updated version of this video for the lenses & price-value ratio in 2023?
I recon you only need two for your Sony APS-C. The 10-18 F4 and the 18-200LE. I used the 10-18 85% of the time. Also great that they both use 62mm filters. PS, I don't even own the kit lens, I sold it due to never using it.
I've been using the 70-350 lens for a couple of years and love it. The BEST telephoto lens for its price and weight (and I can carry this around all day without noticing; can't say the same thing about the Sigma 150-600, which takes good pics but weighs a ton).
Thanks for the recommendation, I am now using Sigma 18-50 as always.
I wish Sony would make an equivalent of the 70-200 for apc cameras, like fuji has the 50-140 f/2.8
I'm agree but to cover the central range I select the SEL 1670Z F4.0 because the price of 1655G F2.8.
Good range covered here. Thanks
Thanks for watching!
What about the sigma 56 1.4 ?
I only have the Sony 20mm f 1.8 on my sony a7iii
Great video with comparisons! I just got the a6100 and I was looking for a flash recommendation and came across this video.
I would replace the first two options with the 18-105mm G4 G series lens which works great. Then, if you want more aperture you can buy a 35mm F1.8 lens. The last lens 70-350mm is amazing, I have it.
I'm already happy with the sony kit lens 16-50mm. can't wait to try these.
What type of photography are you doing with the kit lens ?
Great review. Would the 70-350 compliment my A6000?
Definitely.
a great video - thanks ao much
I love sony
prime lenses hone your craft.
zoom lenses bring versatility.
It's your choice.
Prime for me.
prime 1.4 for the win,,, I use nd filter when hike]vlogging for that bokehlicious background
Both.
If I am going somewhere and will want to take photos while I'm there, I will take a zoom.
If however, I'm going somewhere just to take photos, I prefer primes.
@@MPD90 but it only has f2.8, the sigma primes are 1.4...
@@MPD90 I see your point yeah... it really depends on what you want to shoot... for street photography for example, a prime is way better aswell as for portraits... but action and landscape dont need crazy bokeh, so a zoom gives an advantage with it's versatility... I love my zooms aswell, it's just way more easy... but sometimes a prime just gives a way nicer look and I would defently miss one, not only at night.
What video editing program do you use to edit those fantastic lens you recommend
I went a similar path just with the cheaper 18-105 f4.
Are these lenses useable for full frame
Thanks for sharing man, 10-18mm F4 am looking for. Keep doing.
Currently just the a7 III - TAMMY 17-28mm + 28-75mm. I'm gonna add the 28-200mm as my telephoto.
Can you review the Zeiss 24 1.8 and Zeiss 16-70mm for APS-C? and how would they compare to the newer lenses? thanks
16-55 is sharper than 16-70
@@Gxost14 thanks, whats your opinion of the 24mm?
I don't know. I own both 16-55 and 16-70, that's why I can compare them
Hi,thanks for the review.I love the photos you've shown in the video.
My three favouite Sony Aps lenses are:the Sony 10-18 mm f/4;the Sony Zeiss 16-70 mm f/4: and the Sony 35 mm f/1.8.
Bye!
Good choices!
On my A6100 I have the 10-18, 16-70 (mine is not decentred) and the 70-350. The 16-70 I prefer over the 18-105 because of the size.
my optics choice for Sony A6500 and A5100: sigma 16 mm f1,4, sigma 19 mm f2,8, viltrox 23 mm f1,4, sigma 30 mm f1,4, sigma 56 mm f1,4
You can leave out the sigma 19 then, can't you?
Are they good for a 7iii?
Great video! Thankyou! I'm a beginner.
Hi. What are your thoughts on the sigma 16, 30, and 56 1.4
Very nice video thanks for sharing 👍
For someone of a budget, which one fo these would be best for both indoor sitdown type youtube videoswith bokeh as well as outdoor blogging?
Great review in my need 16 to 350 Apsc with the last x2 is amazing. Getting rid of my primes as I won't carry them, no need as they are the best cross section of performance for travel.
I considered the Sony SEL 16-55 but resisted and I am glad I did. I now own both the Tamron 16-70 f/2.8 and Sigma 18-50 f/2.8. I use the Tamron on one camera for stills and the sigma on another camera with a gimbal for video. I also own the 70-350. These are the three lenses I now use almost exclusively. I also purchased the Tamron 11-20 f/2.8 to cover a wider range.
Hi, Please let me know, is the tamron not better than sigma for videos? due to focal length range or any particular issue?
Great video, short and to the point
All I needed was Tamron 17-70 f2.8 and sony 90mm f2.8.
i am thinking of upgrading from 50-210 to 70-350. not sure am I doing it right.
Big upgrade!
I've been shooting a long time and have a full frame system. But, lately I thought I would pick up a new camera just for fun. I thought about getting a Fuji X-T2 and a standard zoom. But, since I shoot Sony cameras and lenses, I decided to get the a6600, 16-55 G, and 70-350mm G. Maybe the 10-18mm wide angle zoom that I tried is a bad copy, but I cannot recommend that lens. I'll use this system when I don't want to take my full frame system. I agree, this is a great system for beginners. If you can't afford to buy the whole system, buy the body and the 16-55mm G and add the 70-350mm G when you can.
I just picked an a6300 today I do automotive photography and I'm open minded to any prime lens recommendations
Check out my Sigma F1.4 Series reviews. Great lenses!
I have the 30mm f1.4 from sigma. Its a killer. And the 18-105 f4 from Sony. Have both the a6300 which I'm about to sell and the a6600. Great combo.
Hi, does this tips good to A5100 as well?
Why Sony 75-350 would be better than Tamron 100-400? The price is similar, both have autofocus, stabilization, a similar aperture and Tamron works also with full frame...
Much smaller and lighter, native AF is much more accurate for fast action, and makes more sense if one doesn’t plan to go FF.
@@saifaldin_ you're right. I bought 70-350 some days ago. It's good even if there's a very strange thing about focus. I'm into astrophotography and I'm not sure that the infinity focus of that lens is the best I can have. In 55-210 I could go manually over the "infinity" focus
If you want to choose between Sony 70-350 vs sigma 100-400 dg dn for Sony aps-c , which one you choose ? 😋
The Sigma is a full frame lens. The Sony is an aps-c.
Stefan Malloch Now sigma also have 100-400 DG DN Contemporary lens for Sony E mount or Mirrorless camera and that’s why I am confused that wheather I can go with Sony 70-350 or Sigma 100-400
I think beginner photographers should have none of those lenses. They teach you to be lazy, to not think about where you should stand for the best shot, where the camera should be.
I was using my 12-100 recently, it's a pro lens, but the temptation to shoot from where I was was immense.
What about for video...? Or would the same lenses work for video?
What about my sigma trio 16 30 56mm 1.4? Shall i sell them?
Up to you 😜 How often do you need F1.4? 16-55mm is F2.8 ya but very sharp and covers all 3.
How does the 16-55 compare to the older 16-70? I get the speed difference but how’s the IQ? Is it worth the money for a A6600?
See Auther's video, he already done the comparison
I watched Arthur R’s review. Without doing pixel peeping when “punched” in, how do the Zeiss 16-70 and the G16-55 compare with regard to a well made 11x14 print.? Sharpness, color and bokeh?
@@MPD90 Thanks for your input. For me as a casual consumer though avid photographer I've decided to go with the Zeiss and not pay the $400-600 premium for the 16-55G. The Zeiss won't hold me back from the Pulitzer haha
Kept the Zeiss 16-70 and bought the Sigma 30 f/1.4 for low light on sale last week for 229. This should cover 95 % of casual photography for me.
I would like the SEL1018. I have an SEL18200LE which is fairly good and versatile with it's large range. Those would make a great pair I think. I also have the 20mm that I rarely use unless I want something compact (or to put it on my drone) and I have the SEL35F18 which is great for low light with its F1.8. The SEL1670Z would be really nice with its constant aperture but then that's doubling up on focal lengths.
I really liked your video but I’ve got to ask . What are the lights in the right side of the video ? Circular multi colored ? It just about looks like a JBL Party speaker
Thats my ridiculous rgb cpu lol
Will they work as well on a 5100?
They will be fine but limited by your cameras AF.
Who else here can’t live without a fast prime? :-) I definitely have more primes than zooms in my bag!
The 70-350 why the need for a newer Sony Alpha camera? I have an older (4 years old) A6000 as my main backup this lens would perfect for me. Thanks very well done video.
I'm planning on upgrading to a full frame soon. Which lense should I use that will also be good to have on a full frame?
Great video thanks for sharing
2:02 correct me if I'm wrong but aren't those 2 images swapped around?
I have an 18-105 g oss lens. it pairs up with the 10-18 perfectly, picks up where the other lens left at the same f4 apperture. the stabilisation on this zoom is awesome, it has internal zoom so it does not extend and yeah, it`s a versatile work horse. all it`s missing is maybe an f2.8 or lower. the 10-18mm would need the better apperture even more than the 18-105 though.
These are the 3 APS-C lenses that I use on my A6500 and A7RIV.
1. 10-18mm f/4
2. 16-50mm f/2.8 DT A-mount
3. 18-135mm
4. 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3
Hi, I'm considering to buy an A7RIV and use those aps-c lenses (with crop mode) when traveling for the sake of light weight. Could you estimate how better (in terms of image quality) this combination is compared to the combination of A6500 with those lenses? Thanks!
@@hoangcuongceo The images look better coming from the A7RIV. You also have better AF. You can also shoot these lenses in FF and then crop.
@@rvg1997 Thanks!
Tamron 17-70 f/2.8 & Tamron 70-180 f/2.8. The 70-180 is a full frame lens, but I don't think there are any 70-200ish lenses for Sony APSC that are fast. I also have the Sigma trio and with this most of my needs are met, and on the occasion that I need a super telephoto I can rent something like the Sigma 60-600 for a weekend.
“The only lenses you need” only zoom lenses.. I’m out!
Agree, I don't like to work with these at all
Sony 18-105 and you're good to go
Cool Boyz straight bs bru
@@jeroenmeert6605 Nah, for me it's enough so you should shut your mouth dude.
I'm doing videography and don't need unnecessary primes.
Videography doesn't cares about sharpness, detail is what matters and the 18-105 makes as good results in video as the sigma 16mm 1.4(for my personal use)
Maybe even bigger than.the sigma 16mm because I have the sony a6300 and I def. Have rather good Optical steady shot than any kind of sharpness and less versatility
Great recommendations!!!
Hey what about the Sigma 30mm f1.4?
I am so incredibly new at this.
I just got my hands on a sony A6600
What lens would work best for what I am trying to do?
I am looking into filming illustration, and also filming B-roll and interviewing individuals.
Hey Stefan, can you make one video for full-frame users, please?
I have about 50. Anything in particular?
@@StefanMalloch something with the content of "Best 3-5 Lenses for Sony users (Full-Frame) Budget vs Performance" if you have not uploaded any. Thanks!
Can I use full frame lens instead and then eventually get a full frame body or only apsc?
You can use full frame lenses on apsc with a 1.5x crop but not on a full frame camera with out crop mode. Hope that makes sense. The short answer is yes.
Stefan Malloch thanks man! Guess I’ll get the Sigma 24-70 art. Then I’ll get a full frame
CaptnMericca 24 mm will be 36mm in your APSC and 70 will be 105mm. I hope this help you.
Subscribed. Thank you.
Just picked up the Sony 70-350 to pair with my Tamron 17-70. Will be selling off my Sony 18-135mm. I own both the Sony 10-14 and Tamron 11-20 but not sure which of the wide angle lenses to keep. Tamron’s appeal is f2.8 aperture and weather sealing while the Sony’s appeal is OSS and a tad bit wider at 10mm. What should I do?
Just bought both the Sigma 100-400 DG DN OS, and the Sony 70-350 to compare which to keep. I expected the Sigma to win. Technically, it is a much better lens. But for me, as hard as I tried to prove the Sigma, the Sony outperformed it. Surprised me, and saved me over $200! And it is a perfect partner for my sel18135, which is an awesome and affordable lens. Those would be 2 of my choices, and I am still on the hunt for a good wide angle lens.
How about zeiss f4 16-70mm?
I need a perfect lens for Sony a68. Plzzzz tell me which is the perfect lens for Sony a68
Doesn't exist sadly. Depends on you needs.