Reddit reviews Sigma 30mm F2.8 DN Lens for Sony E-mount Cameras (Black)
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2 ultra-low-dispersion (UD) glass elements and rear focusing systemUltra-sonic monitor (USM) for quick, highly accurate autofocusing4.9-foot close focusing distance; produces natural-looking background blurAngle of View 39.6 degrees(Sony E-mount 50.7 degrees)NOTE: Please refer the Compatibility Chart and the User Manual before use.
Start with something like this:
http://youtu.be/F8T94sdiNjc
It will give you an idea about what all the knobs and dials can do.
Realize that a "kit" lens is way more of a limiting factor then the camera. A a6000 is a marvellous technical achievement. To reach the limits of its capabilities you will most likely need some quality lenses. An all in one super zoom lens might not be the best choice(I assume that was the type of lens in your kit). The relatively cheap alternative but impressive improvement in quality can be had with prime lenses. The Sigma 30mm 2.8 comes to mind.
So once you have an idea about how all the knobs and buttons can affect an image go look at other peoples work. Flick is a good a place as any when starting out. I am sure the even have a grouping for just images taken with a a6000. Your brain should start to make the connection between how an image looks and what the settings are to recreate it(after a while you will even make the connection to videography, you will notice DoF in movies and such). Then if you have a "good eye" you will be creating images better then the ones you were initially imitating.
but it wont happen without lots of time and practice.... My guess is that no one here was born a photography savant. Many have spent years working on their craft.
There are a few decent E mount lenses at your price point:
Hope this is helpful and good luck with your new camera!
I'd say it comes down to your budget. If money isn't an issue, get the $699 one. It's a good deal, the 55-210 can provide some fun creative opportunities, and you can always sell the lens for a small profit if you find it's of no use to you.
If you need to stick to a budget, get the $599 one (I think Amazon even has a deal now where you can get the $599 one with a $50 Amazon gift card added in for free). Realistically, you won't be using the telephoto lens that much and it's not a must have.
I think the kit lens is good, it is what it is and gets the jobs done. For amateur photographers/newbies, I think it's also a good way to get acquainted with what kind of photos you most like to take and it forces you to get more familiar with the a6000 in order to take the best possible shots. You can take great photos with the kit lens, don't give in to the haters.
Some other things to keep in mind when thinking about budget:
You'll definitely want to buy extra batteries and an external charger. With the kit lens, it's also worthwhile to get a 40.5-52mm step-up adapter ring, a 52mm lens cap, and a 52mm circular polarizer-- adds some nice capabilities at a low cost.
If you don't want to spend too much money, I'd recommend getting the $599 one with $50 Amazon gift card and then buying the Sigma 30mm F2.8 for $169 (https://www.amazon.com/Sigma-30mm-F2-8-Black-Sony/dp/B00BQXL5CM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1483033428&sr=8-2&keywords=sigma+30mm). It'll serve as a fantastic primary lens that you'll probably use a lot more often than the 55-210 lens -- but then again I don't know what kind of photos you like to take :) (you can also get the Sony 35mm f/1.8 which is a little higher quality and also has image stabilization unlike the Sigma lens, but at $400 it might really strain the budget :-O )
And of course, down the road you can buy an adapter for cheap and pick up some incredible legacy lenses (f/1.4, f/1.8) for under $100 if you buy them used. Those will require manual focus, but it's still pretty neat.
But more than anything, enjoy the new camera! It's an incredible piece of equipment that's insanely fun to shoot with, so good for day to day photography :)
The a6000 is a great camera at a phenomenal price. Pick up a used body (e.g. here or, if you're really on a tight budget, here) and a couple prime lenses.
Some of the other commenters complain about the lack of lenses, but you don't reasonably need f/2.8 zoom lenses to cover all of your focal lengths. Just pick up a Samyang 12mm (e.g. this one for $239), a Sigma 30mm f/2.8 (e.g. this one for $170), or a longer one if you want (e.g. the Sigma 60mm, or even an old Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 or 100mm f/4 macro for use with an adapter).
Having said that, there are other great cameras you could buy within your budget (e.g. the Olympus OMD line). But the a6000 is a great camera, and the E mount system is plenty diverse in practice.
Would this lens work with what you are explaining? https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BQXL5CM/ref=pd_gwm_simh_0?pf_rd_p=1c5f02ae-183e-4906-990b-5a293310a66c&pf_rd_s=blackjack-personal-1&pf_rd_t=Gateway&pf_rd_i=mobile&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=KVN8EXRCGSFG7KT127QZ&pf_rd_r=KVN8EXRCGSFG7KT127QZ&pf_rd_p=1c5f02ae-183e-4906-990b-5a293310a66c
Im starting to get into all of this, so I've been doing a lot of reading and one of the articula I read recommended this lens as a cheaper version to the Sony of the same mm.
This one?
Go buy this Sony A6000 lens kit, like right now, this crazy deal is going to expire today and covers all your needs but wildlife. You would need a telephoto lens for that anyway regardless of camera. The flip out screen on it is great.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HNJWU3G/ref=twister_B00Q7GLIWU?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Also get this Sigma 30mm lens, it's great for low light and will really make your photos look pro. All of this is just $600!
http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-30mm-f2-8-Lens-Sony/dp/B00BQXL5CM/ref=sr_1_3?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1449614798&sr=1-3&keywords=Sigma+30mm
I would recommend a smaller mirror less camera, such as the nex 3n, and pick up a 30 mm lens like this one. This will allow you to take excellent photos without worrying too much about technical details. This system will also allow you to upgrade if you want to.
I am deciding between two lenses for my NEX6 and would like some input. This 19mm and this 30mm. I would love if someone could help me pick one. I want to know which will be more versatile. I only have the 18-50 kit lens and want a prime that I can use for everything. Is there a good site to compare what the difference between the focal lengths are with example pictures? If you had to choose between the two which would you go with?
Thanks for any help.
Not saying this is the best choice, but my first buy was:
a Sony NEX-7 body for ~$250 (used from Adorama)
and a 30mm f/2.8 Sigma ART lens for $170 (new from Amazon)
For a total of $420
I'm just a beginner like you, but I've been totally happy with mine. Just know that if you make the initial investment in mirrorless, there aren't a lot of lenses to choose from yet.
When I went looking for advice, people told me not to buy a kit because the kit lenses are just... worse in general. So I bought the body I wanted and a lens with good reviews.
I went mirrorless because I wanted something small and non-threatening for street photography, and I went with Sony because I heard good things about their sensor.
Here's an album of some pictures with this setup
Hello everyone!
Just got the a6000 recently with some christmas money and I freaking love it already. I've been doing some research and I want to try out an upgraded lens. The kit is fine, but I'm definitely seeing the benefits of a lower aperture prime (more bokeh effect, better in low light, etc.)
I've narrowed down my search to the Sony SEL35F18, SEL50F18, and the Sigma 30mm F2.8
The SEL35F18 definitely seems best to me overall, and I'm thinking it probably makes sense to just suck it up and go straight for that. However the Sigma is also attractive because it seems like a great budget alternative. The SEL50F18 is probably last on my list because at ~$300 currently, its just not a significant enough difference in price from the 35... Any advice is appreciated!