(Part 2) Top products from r/SonyAlpha

Best accessories, imo:

• Tripod - spend $130ish to get a good aluminum tripod. I own the MeFoto RoadTrip. It's solid has great ball head. Don't waste your money on those cheap tripods.
  
  
• Intervalometer - wired or remote, it will make taking bracketed shots, remote shots, timed shots, etc easier. I use the PIXEL FSK 2.4GHz. You can also get apps for a smart phone that will do the same thing.
  
  
• Sensor Swabs - eventually, sooner rather than later, that sensor is going to get stuff on it. I've seen folks with brand new Sony a63/6500s with spots on their photos. You're going to need a bulb blower and some sensor swabs. It's advanced stuff, but your sensor is pretty hardy and can handle it. Just don't use anything except the swabs, bulb and maybe a sensorpen. (Many folks will warn you off of this, but really, changing lenses you WILL get dust.) Never put the sensor cleaner fluid directly ON your sensor, always put it on the swab and then wipe the sensor. (Learned this the hard way.)
  
  Your kit lens is awesome, best kit lens I've ever had, this is my fourth digital camera.
  
  Grab the Sony PlayMemories app from the iPhone app store, you can transfer your RAW files to your phone wirelessly and edit them easily. Consider Snapseed for your phone (if you're not using it already!) also, the apps by BrainFeverMedia are insanely great.

Congrats! I got my A6000 a year ago, such an amazing little beast! I got the Sony 50mm 1.8 for it and recently added a Sigma 16mm 1.4. Both are absolutely amazing lenses, but Sigma is on a whole different level in terms of sharpness.

If you're going for the 50mm range, wait a little bit and see how the Sony 50mm stacks up to the new Sigma 56mm 1.4 that was just now released. If it's anything like the 16mm, then it might be worth the extra price.

A small tip, when you zoom in with that kit lens it shows the focal length on top of the screen, so you can use it to get a sense of how wide a particular prime will look before you buy it.

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Oh and look into macro extension tubes if shooting macro is your thing, they're cheap and allow you to do some amazing macro magic.

These are the ones I've got, the 50mm 1.8 is fully functional with it and allowed me to shoot some beautiful stuff. Haven't tested on the other lenses.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010D2S5D8/

I'm planning on snagging a 55-210 next, I know the quality isn't oh so good, but a decent telephoto lens costs an arm and a leg so... And I hear it can be often found on ebay for fairly cheap, since it's a kit lens so the market is over-saturated with it. So if it's also something you want, it's worth checking ebay.

For $25 you can get this awesome little travel tripod which I carry everywhere. If you're looking for something a bit bigger but still light, the Mefoto series are all pretty good.

Not sure what you're looking for in terms of a lens, but your kit lens is probably your best bet for a travel lens. If you want a good, cheap lens with fast aperture, check out the Sigma 30mm f1.4 or the Sony 50mm f1.8 OSS.

It is a great investment, I do swear by it as my Wedding Glass.

Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 RXD A036SF Lens for Sony-FE https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CSXTGJJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_S6HnDbXV1QRNE

That's the Tamron and it is a huge price difference, like £1000 difference brand new. I've heard really, really good things about it.

I have the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 and it is a good performer. I use it for some portraiture and other establishing shots in weddings. However, its downfall is not being a native lens and when shooting at or close to wide-open you can have a few focusing issues. It is a brilliantly sharp lens and at its price it is a must have, I'd argue.

Recently bought a few knick knacks for mine.

• ICE 67mm ND1000 Filter Neutral Density ND 1000 67 10 Stop Optical Glass, great price and has a lot of great reviews.
  
  
• Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-BK PIXI EVO 2 Section Mini Tripod, needed a little tripod I could carry with me everywhere.
  
  
• Foto&Tech IR Wireless Remote Control for Sony Alpha Cameras, useful for all occasions.
  
  
• B+W 67mm CLEAR UV HAZE MRC (010M), just a little extra protection when the weather is bad. Great quality brass ring.
  
  
• 49 mm - 67 mm Filter Adapter Step-Up, so I can use the filters on my 55-210mm.
  
  
• Case Logic SLRC-203, needed a new bag that could fit everything, including big tripod and found this.
  

Vertical orientation for tripod:

I'm trying to put together a budget astrophotography kit. So far I have:

• A6000
  
• Rokinon 12mm F2
  
• Mowhawk MTR-4500 : A mediocre tripod I got for free
  
  The tripod has a panhead and a proprietary quick release plate.
  
  I'm trying to find a way to mount my camera vertically on my tripod. People recommend using an L-bracket, but those seem to be only for arca-swiss quick release systems.
  
  I see three options:
  
  

1. Get an arca-swiss clamp and attach it to the existing quick release plate. Use with a standard L-bracket.
   
2. Get an arca-swiss head OR a ball head for the tripod. I'm not well-versed with tripod gear; I don't know if this tripod can swap heads.
   
3. Get an L-bracket that has a 1/4" socket on the side. Does this exist? I couldn't find one for my camera.
   
   Which would you recommend? Thanks for the help.

I've used both of these small camera bags for my a6500 + 18-105 lens:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EJPYQ7O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/981539-REG/ruggard_vsy_125b_onyx_25_camera_camcorder_shoulder.html


The Ruggard seems a bit better quality but is a tighter fit. The Fosoto is just a little longer and wider (less than 1cm) and about 1.5cm higher, so camera fits in more easily and there's room to keep several batteries as well.


I only got a mini-tripod that's worked out very well:

https://www.amazon.com/Pedco-UltraPod-Lightweight-Camera-Tripod/dp/B000ANCPNM/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1518468447&sr=1-2&keywords=pedco+ultrapod+ii+lightweight+camera+tripod

There is no good cheap adapter. You can have good or cheap but not both.

Bad (no autofocus or aperture control) + cheap ($15): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VVZ4A8G/

Okay (aperture control, AF works decent on many lenses) but a little expensive ($100): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D9BKLX8

Good (works a little better on more lenses) but expensive ($400): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0716RHXRB/

I strongly advise you to sell the Canon lens and buy an equivalent Sony lens. Continuing to use Canon glass on a Sony body is going to give you endless frustration. You can get a
Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 for $350ish new if you buy grey market or as low as $240 used.

Even with a top of the line Metabones adapter, you're going to have issues with autofocus speed and reliability. It's really not worth using adapters unless you have a significant collection of glass already or the lens to need just doesn't exist on Sony.

Plus as others have said, that lens is crop and your body is full frame. The Canon lens is worth more to you as cash towards a Sony lens than it is as a lens.

I got a body from Amazon warehouse deals for $385 a few weeks ago. It said the screen was scratched but I didn't notice any issues. (Looks like prices went up a little though).

Lenses: I just bought an adapter for some old manual focus Canon FD lenses I had laying around. The adapter was $15 and the 3 lenses probably cost me $100ish on eBay.

So I just bought an SD card, 2 batteries, and a dual charger for another ~$50.

I do plan on getting newer lenses later, but so far I'm enjoying the manual set up. A lot of bang for your buck.

Focus peaking can make it easier to focus manually. It highlights what's in focus like this.

I have an a6000, and am hoping to get an a7ii in the coming months. I have a question regarding adapters for legacy glass. Any insights on the difference between the $99 Metabones adapter, the $29 Fotodiox adapter, and the $17 Foatsy adapter? Is it all just build quality? Or something else?

Also any recommendation for a fast prime telephoto somewhere in the 90-200mm range? I've been looking at Canon FD/FL but I'm open to anything really!

Thanks in advance for your time! :)

Im looking to get a backup camera to carry daily instead of my FF Nikon DSLR(Which is perfect for dedicated shoots but just too big to carry around day to day, which results in me losing a lot of shots, that are otherwise brilliant). I was almost completely set on asking for the RX100 III, however looking at the price more, even to buy it used, to get it not good it would cost more than getting the A6000 with kit lens on Amazon. The A6000 is 500$ with kit lens. Again this would not be a kit replacement, this would be a backup so, I am fine with getting the A6000 for 500$, its just a bit larger than what I had wanted. Do you think the A6000 is better enough than the RX100 III that it would be okay dealing with it being in a backpack or coat pocket, instead of pants pocket. I could also just get the body and then get maybe a pancake if there are any good ones. I saw a manual focus one for only 99$ and it is a 30mm focus length so this would end up being around 50mm on APSC. This is a link to it https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Aperture-Digital-Mirrorless-Cameras/product-reviews/B01FM5MY9C/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_btm?ie=UTF8&reviewerType=all_reviews&sortBy=recent#R2W3LCOQ9L7RO0

Heres a quick rundown on how to use legacy glass and why you should:
Why? Legacy glass is a) less expensive for the same image quality b) handmade that gives the image you take character (hard to explain this one) and c) is very good to strengthen your attention to detail (as you have to think about where exactly you want the focus to be.

How? If you have an e-mount camera, then all lenses should work with your camera, provided that you get the right adapter. For example, this minolta 50mm f1.7 on ebay needs a minolta md to emount adapter from amazon.

How (to use it)?
Once you have the lens and adapter, then you will have to do 3 things differently then when you are using a kit or native auto focus lens.

1. you will have to manually focus with the focus ring on the lens. This doesn't really take long to get the hang of, especially for wider-angle lenses, and even mid range lenses.
   
2. you will have to put the camera into shutter priority (or manual mode) so that you just have to worry about shutter speed and/or iso.
   
3. you will have to use the aperture ring to adjust the aperture manually. I'm assuming you know how aperture works. Basically, theres a ring behind the manual focus ring that allows you to go from wide open to f22 or wtv. I usually just leave it at or near wide open when I do portraits.
   
   What you are talking about is like the LAEA3 LAEA4 adapters that allow you to use a-mount lenses with/without auto focus, respectively. Those are expensive adapters and only get them if you have or are planning to invest in a-mount lenses. For the legacy lenses I'm talking about, any "dumb" adapter will do.

It depends on what you need from it. There are two options I'd recommend at very different price points.

If you are shooting video, or manual photography then the Fotodiox adapter is great, well made but simple, and works without issue for a great price:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Camera-Photo/Fotodiox-EF-Sny-Fusion-Adapter-EOS-E-Mount-Camera/B00D9BKLX8/

If you are wanting to use autofocus however, you'll need to look at the much more expensive Metabones adapters. http://www.metabones.com/products/details/MB-EF-E-BT4

Just a word of warning though, the AF features are never going to work like they would on a Canon body. AF always works best with native glass.

In general, just make sure your external battery can output more than 2A for greatest utility. More and more devices can take advantage of higher amps to recharge faster. And the larger its capacity, the more important it is that its input is greater than 1A. Higher inputs will mean you'll be able to recharge your battery from the wall faster.

Once you decide on one though, I'm a big fan of these little plates that let you recharge a spare battery from a USB source. That means you can keep on shooting while you charge up an empty. There's no cables to your camera to get in the way and everything can sit in your pack as it charges. They're also tiny so you won't notice them when travelling.

a7/a7ii route: Grab a Tamron 28-75 f/2.8 (all around lens for $880), The Sony 85mm f/1.8 (About $550 I believe). I'd personally go for the a7ii (i recently just gone one) bc the built in image stabilization is great :)

• https://www.amazon.com/Tamron-28-75mm-Mirrorless-Limited-Warranty/dp/B07CSLM1X8/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=tamron+28+75&qid=1556297285&s=gateway&sr=8-2
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Sony-SEL85F18-1-8-22-Medium-Telephoto-Camera/dp/B06WLGFWGX/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=sony+85+1.8&qid=1556297303&s=gateway&sr=8-1
  
  A6300 route: Any of the Sigma f/1.4's (16mm, 30mm, 56mm) are all around $300-400 and the Sony 18-105 f/4 (for an all around lens about $550 last i checked). I'd opt for the A6000 unless weather proofing is something you absolutely need
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Sigma-16mm-DC-DN-Contemporary/dp/B077BWD2BB/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sigma+16&qid=1556297194&s=gateway&sr=8-3
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Sigma-30mm-F1-4-Contemporary-Lens/dp/B01C3SCKI6/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=sigma+30&qid=1556297234&s=gateway&sr=8-4
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Sigma-Mount-Fixed-Camera-351965/dp/B07JZVP6R8/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sigma+56&qid=1556297267&s=gateway&sr=8-3
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Sony-SELP18105G-PZ-18-105mm-OSS/dp/B00ENZRQH8/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sony+18+105&qid=1556297355&s=gateway&sr=8-3

What do you like to shoot?

What lenses/focal ranges are you wanting to cover?

Recommended accessories:

• Tripod
  
  
• Spare batteries/charger
  
  
• Shutter remote in this style is great value.

https://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-MTPIXI-B-PIXI-Tripod-Black/dp/B00D76RNLS/ref=sr_1_1?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1487893767&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=manfrotto+tripod&psc=1

You can point this tripod about 75-80 degrees up without it flipping over. I've never used it for astrophotography but with a remote shutter release I think it will work pretty well!

i use one of these on my travels: https://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-MTPIXI-B-PIXI-Tripod-Black/dp/B00D76RNLS

they're super useful and i've taken many long exposures with it.

EF lenses control aperture electronically so you have three options for adapters.

There are the standard adapters like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003XY8DF4/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1427148607&sr=8-2&keywords=e+to+ef&dpPl=1&dpID=41YAoZJChtL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SX200_QL40 with these you won't be able to change the aperture .

Then you have manual aperture adapters like this:http://www.amazon.com/Fotodiox-Adapter-Built-Aperture-Camera/dp/B005ODK5LC#immersive-view_1418836744849

Lastly you have adapters which are able to control aperture and autofocus like this:http://metabones.com/products/details/MB-EF-E-BM3

Without saying anything about lens quality here are some price comparisons.

[Nikon D3300 w/ kit] (http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Digital-Focus-S-18-55mm-3-5-5-6G/dp/B00HQ4W1QE) $447, [35mm 1.8] (http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-AF-S-NIKKOR-Focus-Cameras/dp/B001S2PPT0) $177, [50mm 1.8] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Y1AYAC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=cpc02-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004Y1AYAC) $197

vs

Sony A6000 w/ kit $650, 35mm 1.8 $450, 50mm 1.8 $250

I'm not trying to say one is better than the other, just making a comparison. On the Sony you get OSS with the lenses which drives the price up. If you are trying to save money though, OSS might not be that important.

extra battery is a must have.

remote for easy remote shutter


external usb powered battery charger

any anker battery pack is nice too, hook this up to your camera directly or to the charger above.

for bags/straps i'm a huge fan of peak design. they're expensive but damn good quality. https://www.peakdesign.com

Check out the Monfrotto Pixi Mini if about $17 on amazon right now. I love this tripod for my A7iii.

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I've been shooting on mine for about a week now and it seems like it works well. Most of the guys on DPReview also use Fotasy adapters. Though to be fair, I've only used [this version] (http://www.amazon.com/Fotasy-NAMDT-Minolta-E-Mount-Adapter/dp/B003XQ6FDE) so I can't speak to the build quality of their other adapters.

I shoot for a tour & travel company and travel a lot (3 weeks traveling 1 week home, for the past 8 months). I originally had 5 batteries and that would get me through. I recently added two more because I bought an a6300 for my mother or gf to use when we went on a vacation together. I occasionally would use it as well as a second body to do video with. All of my batteries are Sony because I have never found an off brand camera battery that didn't become a paper weight after a few months of rigorous use. When I used to shoot Nikon I got burned a few times from this. I have been told they are better, but I refuse to go down that road again. You can if you like, but I urge you to read reviews carefully. If a reviewer says it works fine after a few charges, that is not long enough to have an informed opinion.

For charging I use this two battery charger. It feels cheap but it gets the job done. It comes with two off brand batteries. I did not even bother I just recycled them. I have 2 of the chargers and I usually rubber band them together and toss it in my suitcase. Those live in my hotel room usually. For when I am out and about I will keep one of these smaller one battery chargers in my camera bag so in an emergency I could be charging a battery. I usually only use it if the weather is very cold and I know my batteries will die faster. The good thing about it being USB is that I can plug an external battery bank into it and charge one of my already depleted batteries while I am shooting with another battery. For external battery banks I use this anker 13400mah one. The construction is solid, it charges things almost as fast as a wall outlet, the capacity is pretty accurate and it has two ports so I can charge a camera battery and something else if I need to. Overall it is a great battery bank, probably not the absolute best, but still great.

If you are going to be away from outlets for 3 days you might want to get a beefier battery pack. Depending on your shooting style of course. Anker makes a lot of sizes even up to having this properly named powerhouse.

There are a bunch of different ones but what I think you want is one like this where you can lock that shutter button. Ideally if you can get one that’s JUST the shutter release so you’re not fiddling with other settings....

Edit: this

Thanks for the detailed reply! I think I will go for the 55-210mm then as I am only a beginner anyways and will probably upgrade in a year or so as I advance. Another thing though, Do you know the difference between these two versions of the 55-210mm as one is more expensive the other?

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-55-210mm-F4-5-6-3-Mount-Cameras/dp/B00HNJWSDS/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2YA9XX1OGSQ1A&keywords=sony+55-210mm+e-mount&qid=1574440463&sprefix=sony+55-210%2Caps%2C323&sr=8-3

amazon.com/55-210mm-4-5-6-3-PixiBytes-Microfiber-Cleaning/dp/B00P1C5I1I/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2YA9XX1OGSQ1A&keywords=sony+55-210mm+e-mount&qid=1574440463&sprefix=sony+55-210%2Caps%2C323&sr=8-2

Definitely not a stupid question. I have this lens adapted to my a6500 as well. I use this adapter:

https://www.amazon.com/Fotasy-NEX-VG30-NEX-VG900-NEX-FS100-NEX-FS700/dp/B003X1FSCS

Downsides being: aperture isn't translated to the body and you have to do everything manually on the lens, I find it fun though. Also the adapter adds a lot to the length of Nikon lenses, but with this lens specifically it's around the same length as the Sony 10-18mm.

You're probably right. Shot was already a bit under exposed and I try my best to never go higher than 400 on this camera.

This is the lens in question.
85MM
Adapted with this.
Adapter

28mm F/2 is the cheapest. List of lenses with AF (ignore the Loxia ones): http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?atclk=Brand_Zeiss&Ns=p_PRICE_2|0&ci=17912&N=4196380428+3999800997+4291215468+4291107378

Another short list: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?ipp=100&atclk=Brand_Zeiss&ci=25249&N=3908282151+4190025432+3908282174+4291215468

If you're shooting with a a7ii or better then using the commlite canon adapter with canon glass might be the cheapest route for you

You're right, but it looks like $1499 is the minimum sale price at least from amazon.

Thanks! Sony SEL85F18 85mm F/1.8-22 Medium-Telephoto Fixed Prime Camera Lens, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WLGFWGX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-xxQCbDTJH284

Here is the one I have, like 50 bucks.

Canon to sony e-mount
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D9BKLX8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

l bracket I am using 15 bucks:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W3RRDJD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use these to adapt my tripods and I have one with a nylon webbing for rock climbing as a sling over the shoulder strap. again 15 bucks

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KNPITI2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I just bought that battery. I already have a fast charger, so did not bother with the bundle. I am upgrading from an older Anker 10000mAH version which still works after a few years.

I would also recommend this 3rd party usb battery charger.

Depending on how you plan to use the power pack, I also suggest a right or left angle micro usb cable, depending on how you plan to carry the powe pack.

Buy a waterproof housing for the A6000. There is a nice $200 on Amazon.

I purchased a Neewar Underwater Housing, if you're interested I'm selling mine for $170 CAD. It's only been used once on a snorkelling trip in Hawaii.

https://www.amazon.com/Pedco-UltraPod-Lightweight-Camera-Tripod/dp/B000ANCPNM/ref=sr_1_1?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1487616740&sr=1-1&keywords=ultrapod+2
I use this tripod for a variety of things, including astrophotography. It's ability to strap to poles/logs is really handy!

Sony Imaging Edge Mobile can be used for remote control of the camera.

I'd recommend grabbing one of these for when Wifi doesn't work.

https://smile.amazon.com/SHOOT-DSC-RX100M3-DSC-RX100M2-DSC-RX100II-DSC-RX100III/dp/B00ME7N6P8/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=sony+remote+camera+release+a7ii&qid=1564210281&s=gateway&sr=8-7

Quick question. Looking to upgrade my nex 5T to an alpha. I'm like the OP, not a professional just use for city and travel photography mostly and not a ton of video. Was thinking about the 6500 when it came out but do you think it's too much camera? I have these lenses

Sony E 55-210mm F4.5-6.3 Lens for Sony E-Mount Cameras (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HNJWSDS/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_d6kfybS0DYE0Q

Sony SEL35F18 35mm f/1.8 Prime Fixed Lens https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0096W1P5W/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_M6kfyb1SW4TC9

Sony SELP1650 16-50mm Power Zoom Lens https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0096W1PG6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_G9kfybT37WK5M

Would you still go with the 6000 body?

I bought and traveled for a few weeks with an Ultrapod II and couldn't recommend it enough:

https://www.amazon.com/Pedco-UltraPod-Lightweight-Camera-Tripod/dp/B000ANCPNM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484291467&sr=8-1&keywords=ultrapod+2

It carries very easy and so it was always with me, whether I intended to use it or not. The best tripod is the one that is always with you!

Saw this lens on amazon. any thoughts?

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01FM5MY9C/ref=s9_simh_gw_g421_i2_r?pf_rd_m=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&pf_rd_s=desktop-1&pf_rd_r=THVWR6RZQ45WR87DXYWJ&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=b06971ce-9992-44c1-9ee0-eb9792e71b5e&pf_rd_i=desktop

yea
first i would try the rocket blower if that does not work then time to use the big boys and by that i mean buy this;
https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Camera-Sensor-Cleaning-Cleaner/dp/B00K8MTPEW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506279958&sr=8-1&keywords=apsc+cleaner

I have clean the a6000 sensor twice with no issues
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsVtbgFcZc4&t=457s

I got mine for $400 from Amazon brand new earlier this year, so i know they drop at least that low periodically.

Edit: Here is a link to the Amazon price history, may provide some nice info on when you could expect it to happen again: https://camelcamelcamel.com/Sony-Alpha-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera/product/B00I8BICCG?context=search

It's just a cheapo from Amazon. Because the lens I used is ancient, I didn't need any electronics on it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003X1FSCS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ka-oDbJT9DY2J

Tamron 28-75 comes out to about $646 when bought from Amazon France. Link

a6000 body only is $400 on amazon (black currently sold out) and with kit lens for $550: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I8BICCG/ref=twister_B00Q7QEPY8?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

Found a Tamron 28-75mm for Sony on China's amazon site for 4571.45 yuan, or the USD equivalent of $650.04

using the
Commlite Auto-Focus Mount Adapter EF-NEX for Canon EF to Sony NEX Mount on my a6300 with my canon 24-105 f4 lens.

auto focus is fast, hit or miss sometimes but doesn't stop me from using it.

First, read this (http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/macro-extension-tubes-closeup.htm) then buy the Neewer metal extension tubes (Neewer Metal AF Auto-focus Macro Extension Tube Set 10mm&16mm for Sony NEX E-mount Camera NEX 3/3N/5/5N/5R/A6000/A6300 and Full Frame A7 A7S/A7SII A7R/A7RII A7II https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010D2S5D8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_lmiuyb6SPAAED) or the Marumi Achromatic DHG close up filter accordingly. I have both. I have even used both at the same time just for kicks. Note to self: buy focusing rail.

Left is with the extension tubes (both).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010D2S5D8/

It's this one: https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Manual-Digital-Cameras-35-1-7/dp/B01FM5MY9C

Same lens but for emount. Probably cheaper to get that one and an adapter.

Link: https://amzn.com/B01FM5MY9C

Only thing I found in a brief 15sec search

I just bought a Sony A7ii (with kit lens) which should be the first lens I get?

• 12mm Samyang f2.8
  
  
• Sigma 16mm f1.4
  
  
• Sigma 19 mm f2.8
  
  
• Sony FE 85mm F1.8
  
  
• Others
  
  I am coming from a Nikon D5100 with 18 - 200mm (my most used lens due to flxibility) and 35mm f1.8. I mostly take pictures of landscape/cityscape and occasionally people.

You find an a7ii without the kit lens for $899.

The 85mm i was referring to is not the Batis model but this one instead

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-SEL85F18-1-8-22-Medium-Telephoto-Camera/dp/B06WLGFWGX/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1496247330&sr=8-5&keywords=85mm+1.8

Tamron 28-75 comes out to about $646 shipped to US when bought from Amazon France.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003X1FSCS/ref=sr_ph_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483465637&sr=sr-1&keywords=nikon+e+mount+adapter

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Underwater-Housing-Waterproof-16-50mm/dp/B00NWBLFP8

Since the a6000 is not weather sealed, here's a few items to consider when you're taking it into the elements...

Silicone body armor, http://www.ebay.com/itm/V303-Silicone-Armor-Skin-Case-Bag-Camera-Cover-Protector-for-Sony-Alpha-A6000-/381054955448?hash=item58b8a52fb8:g:EdQAAOSwofxUbNzs

Lenscoat Body Guard, http://www.ebay.com/itm/LensCoat-LCBGPCBBK-BodyGuard-Pro-CB-Clear-Back-Black/361448622955?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20131003132420%26meid%3D6b043cce2ed14037916b769d8173d3cf%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D401046370107

And of course, a waterproof case, http://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Underwater-Housing-Waterproof-16-50mm/dp/B00NWBLFP8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453494444&sr=8-1

So what kinda adapter do you need for this?

will this work : https://www.amazon.com/Fotasy-NAMDT-Minolta-Mount-Adapter/dp/B003XQ6FDE#customerReviews ?

Usually you would use a remote shutter which basically holds the shutter for you until you release its button.

Sensor Swabs

Here is the mobile version of your link

Fotasy NAEF Pro Canon EOS EF Lens to Sony NEX E-Mount Camera Mount Adapter https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B003XY8DF4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.lEACbZMQ2WGM

wait! I have one of those! This one: (https://www.amazon.com/Foto-Tech-Wireless-Control-Cameras/dp/B00GSAEN4A/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1497150913&sr=1-1-fkmr1&keywords=cam.in+remote+a6000) which I have never used and it's still sealed. Same I should have researched beforehand.

You sure?

I have 3 lenses (none of them amazing)

16-55 kit lens

Rokinon 12mm Wide Angle

https://www.amazon.com/Rokinon-Ultra-Angle-Mount-RK12M/dp/B00JD4TAWI


55-210 zoom lens

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HNJWSDS/ref=twister_B07H2LR77Y?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I have this one Amazon link here and it's pretty slow to charge. I have 4 batteries to cycle through so it's not too big of an issue, but it will take a while to get one from empty to full.

I have the Wasabi-bundled external charger that goes directly to an outlet and that is the fastest I've seen (~1 hour or so for a charge from empty).

Lol the sensor is not as sensitive as people make it out to be. When I first got mine I breathed on it and wiped it with a microfiber cloth and it held up fine, though I realized breathing on it only makes things messier (I know that's stupid, it was a long time ago). Since then, I've cleaned with swabs and sensor cleaning solution if a rocket blower doesn't work and have had 0 issues.

Use these swabs if the rocket blower doesn't work. Dont press it like you're trying to destroy your camera and you'll be fine.

Sorry, I forgot to mention it. It is a Sony A6000. This the kit I used, https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Camera-Sensor-Cleaning-Cleaner/dp/B00K8MTPEW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1549405647&sr=8-3&keywords=a6000+sensor+cleaning+kit

Amazon Sony A7ii - thetracktor.com

I guess I bought it when they had a price drop or something. Got it directly from Sony. It's usually $1,698.

This is the one I have. No CA links. If your local camera shop has the lens and adapter in stock I would run by there and test it out first.

https://www.amazon.com/Fotodiox-EF-Sny-Adapter-EOS-E-Mount/dp/B00D9BKLX8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491413448&sr=8-1&keywords=EOS%28AUTO%29-NEX-P

No, I've never used the Commlite adapter. I've heard that their adapter is very hit or miss though. Focus will either work fine or not at all. Same for their Nikon auto-focus adapter. They do have a compatibility list here: https://www.amazon.com/Commlite-Auto-Focus-Mount-Adapter-EF-NEX/dp/B00DW0EV2I