It has taken quite some time for dedicated APS-C lenses for Sony E Mount cameras to emerge. Fortunately, the wait has been worth it for those who shoot with the capable crop sensor cameras. No matter what genres of photography you shoot, you can get lenses that will suit your style.
Sales on lenses are starting to heat up as we head into spring. Today we're bringing you some of the hottest lens deals for Micro Four Thirds/ The excellent Olympus 25mm f1. 8 is just $299, and the fantastic Olympus 45mm f1.
Many of you have made the most of some great lens prices during January. Our readers who shoot with Sony, Nikon, and Fujifilm cameras have been snapping up lenses that reviewed incredibly well. These popular lenses are sharp, fast to focus, and most offer weather sealing.
So, you purchased a new camera not too long ago, and you're now starting to look at new lenses. You know you prefer zooms over the idea of primes, but what lenses do you start looking at? Honestly, standard zooms or those with a focal range between 24-80mm on Full-Frame cameras are a great place to start.
Ultra-wide zooms are spectacular lenses. Honestly, they're one zoom that we recommend all photographers have in their lens bag. Ultra-wide zooms are perfect for landscapes, cityscapes, astrophotography, environmental portraits, architectural photography, and so much more.
We're huge fans of the Micro Four Thirds platform here at The Phoblographer. The system's small size and weight give it an advantage over many bigger systems such as APS-C and Full Frame. Honestly, you're not giving up much in image quality either, regardless of what M4/3 detractors might say.
Wow! There are some fantastic deals on Tamron lenses now, thanks to an early Black Friday sale. Sony fans get most of the deals here, but there are some bargains for Canon EF and Nikon F shooters. The Tamron 70-180mm f2.
If you're looking for new glass and want to save a bundle, these Black Friday deals on Sigma lenses are for you. Save $200 on the Sigma 35mm f1. 4 Art for Canon EF, Nikon F, and Sony E mounts. You can even save $100 on the L Mount version too.
Sony users know how blessed they are when it comes to the number of lens choices they have to choose from. Sony has worked hard to build up it's E Mount platform over the last few years. They have also worked diligently with third-party manufacturers like Zeiss, Rokinon, Tokina, Samyang, and Tamron.
These deals on Tamron lenses are fantastic! We've found discounts on Canon, Nikon, and Sony glass that will help you save hundreds. The new Tamron 24mm f2. 8 for Sony is just $245. The 35mm f2. 8 for Sony is only $279, and the 20mm f2.
When it comes to choosing the right lenses for our cameras, some photographers gravitate towards zooms while others prefer primes. Those that prefer zooms love them for their convenience factor. Despite this fact, many photographers are happy to trade convenience away and opt to shoot with prime lenses instead.
Sony APS-C cameras are small, yet incredibly powerful cameras that pack some of the best autofocus technologies in the business, and they are capable of delivering fantastic images too. While you can use full-frame lenses on cameras like the a6100, a6300, a6400, and a6600, the weight of them can often harm the user experience.
Sony's E mount has come on in leaps and bounds over the last few years, and now, there are lenses for just about every genre of photography on the platform. While lenses for Sony's Full-Frame cameras are in abundance, lenses specifically for Sony APS-C cameras are a little harder to come by.
Fujifilm cameras have become firm favorites with portrait photographers thanks to their great build qualities and the number of features that are packed inside the cameras. Aside from the feature sets of the cameras, the Fujifilm platform has become loved for portrait photography thanks to the excellent lenses that are available.
A short while ago, we put together a round-up of the best 24-70mm f2. 8 lenses that are currently available on each platform. Just a couple of weeks ago, we also chatted about whether or not you need an f2.
A short while ago, we put together a round-up of the best 24-70mm f2. 8 lenses that are currently available on each platform. Just a couple of weeks ago, we also chatted about whether or not you need an f2.
The EF 16-35mm F2. 8 L lenses became one of the most beloved series of Canon lenses thanks to their stunning image qualities, superior build qualities, and just how versatile and fun they were to use.
We all love a good sale, and right now, you can get some fantastic Tamron lenses (including some G2 models) on the cheap. Are you looking for a new fast prime? The excellent Tamron SP 45mm f1. 8 Di VC USD has dropped in price to just $399 for both Canon and Nikon DSLR's! That's an absolute steal! The razor-sharp SP15-30mm f2.
There are a few different types of lenses around that can be considered multi-tools thanks to them hitting the sweet spot(s) when it comes to focal ranges. 15-30mm lenses are great for multiple genres of photography from landscapes to environmental portraits, 35mm lenses are Goldilocks lenses and are great for just about everything, and the last multi-tool lens are 70-200mm lenses.
There are a few different types of lenses around that can be considered multi-tools thanks to them hitting the sweet spot(s) when it comes to focal ranges. 15-30mm lenses are great for multiple genres of photography from landscapes to environmental portraits, 35mm lenses are Goldilocks lenses and are great for just about everything, and the last multi-tool lens are 70-200mm lenses.
There are some excellent deals on M Mount, EF-EF-S, and RF mount Canon lenses right now. The Canon 17-55mm f2. 78 EF-S mount lens has a discount of $330, which bring s it down to just $549. The Canon 85mm f1.
Wildlife and birding photography are growing in popularity, and camera and lens manufacturers are taking note of this as they are releasing more cameras and more lenses that are suitable for these genres.
While we do love our prime lenses, there's always space in our camera bags for versatile zooms too. If you like to have just a few lenses to cover multiple focal lengths and multiple genres of photography, wide-angle zoom lenses have you covered.
While we do love our prime lenses, there's always space in our camera bags for versatile zooms too. If you like to have just a few lenses to cover multiple focal lengths and multiple genres of photography, wide-angle zoom lenses have you covered.
If you're looking to treat yourself or a loved one to some new glass this holiday season, and you want to save some money, you're going to love the deals on these Tamron lenses for Canon and Nikon cameras.
The just-announced Fujifilm X Pro 3 has warmed the hearts of many photographers due to its beautiful retro styling, it's innovative rear E-Ink screen, and of course, its tried and true X-Trans Sensor.
If you're a Sony camera user, you know full well just how blessed you are when it comes to the number of lens choices you have. Sony has worked hard to build up it's E Mount platform over the last few years.
The magic of fall is right around the corner, and photographers are gearing up to get out into nature to enjoy the crisp air, and the gorgeous colors that this time of the year brings to the world around us.
If you have been looking for the perfect lenses to take on photo walks, or just want a lens that can be left on your camera for everyday use, you need to check out this roundup. Here we will take a quick look at six of the best Sony E Mount lenses that are so versatile in what they allow you to shoot, they may never leave your camera.
There are some sweet deals around for photographers this Labor Day. Tamron has decided to join in on the fun by announcing that you can save up to $200 on some of their best lenses between September 2nd and November 3rd.
Oh Tamron, you big tease you. Early on Friday, August 23rd, 2019, Tamron decided to send their Instagram followers into a frenzy by showing an image with four new silhouetted Sony E mount lenses. Tamron has, of course, embraced the Sony E Mount in recent years, and they have put out some solid lenses that have given more expensive Sony G Master lenses a run for their money, but what could they be planning here? Join us after the break to see just what we think they may be announcing, or releasing a little later this year.
While it took Canon a while to fully embrace Mirrorless cameras and lenses, we can't say that they aren't trying to catch up with Sony and many other manufacturers when it comes to the technology. Since the launch of the EOS R, Canon has released some fantastic lenses for the RF mount.
The Fujifilm X-T3 is a master of all trades when it comes to photography. The 26. 2 Megapixel X-Trans sensor is capable of resolving a ton of detail, and it can produce gorgeous colors. Couple these thing with the fact that it is weather-sealed, it's affordable at $1,499, and that it has a great library of lenses to go with it, and you start to see why the camera is so popular.
The Fujifilm X-T3 is a master of all trades when it comes to photography. The 26. 2 Megapixel X-Trans sensor is capable of resolving a ton of detail, and it can produce gorgeous colors. Couple these thing with the fact that it is weather-sealed, it's affordable at $1,499, and that it has a great library of lenses to go with it, and you start to see why the camera is so popular.
The Fujifilm X-T3 is one of the most powerful APS-C cameras to grace the camera market. The camera is feature-packed, and it can create images that are on par the images that some Full Frame cameras can produce; there are some fantastic lenses available for it too.
There are some truly amazing deals to be had on some of the best Sigma lenses around, in fact, this summer sales event is so huge, you can save up to $500 on some of the lenses that are a part of the sales event.
A lot of people think that switching to Fujifilm is out of their reach financially because many photographers think the lenses are just too expensive. Just like any other platform, yes, some of the Fujifilm lenses can be expensive, but there are also some cracking lenses for those that choose to shoot Fujifilm that cost under $500; in fact, I think there are more quality lenses under $500 on the Fujifilm platform than there are on competing systems.
Canon's new(ish) Mirrorless cameras haven't had the biggest selection of native RF Mount lenses to play with, but the lenses that are available are all strong performers. According to a new report from DXOMark, the Canon RF 28-70mm f2 L USM is one of their best yet, but it does come at a price.
Fourth of July celebrations are almost upon us, which means many of you will probably try your hand at firework photography. Zoom lenses are perfect for firework photography as they can give you much more flexibility when it comes to composition choices.
Fourth of July celebrations are almost upon us, which means many of you will probably try your hand at firework photography. Zoom lenses are perfect for firework photography as they can give you much more flexibility when it comes to composition choices.
Summer is right around the corner, which means day trips to local parks, lakes, beaches, hiking trails, and so much more are likely on the agenda of many people and families. When we go on these trips we always want to capture memories, and capture images of the things and places we see, but we also like to travel light, I mean, who really wants to be lugging around a huge camera bag full of lenses while day tripping? If you want to travel light, but still want to be able to cover a range of focal lengths, the trusty 24-105mm should be the one lens you take with you.
Summer is right around the corner, which means day trips to local parks, lakes, beaches, hiking trails, and so much more are likely on the agenda of many people and families. When we go on these trips we always want to capture memories, and capture images of the things and places we see, but we also like to travel light, I mean, who really wants to be lugging around a huge camera bag full of lenses while day tripping? If you want to travel light, but still want to be able to cover a range of focal lengths, the trusty 24-105mm should be the one lens you take with you.
If you're thinking about buying yourself, or a someone else some new Sigma lenses, now is the time to jump right in, as Sigma have just announced a Father's day sale on some of their best lenses. You can get a Sigma 50mm F1.
If you're thinking about buying yourself, or a someone else some new Sigma lenses, now is the time to jump right in, as Sigma have just announced a Father's day sale on some of their best lenses. You can get a Sigma 50mm F1.
No matter what genres of photography you like to shoot, chances are that there are Sony lenses for you. It took Sony a little while to really cater to all photographers who jumped into their Mirrorless ship, but now the E Mount lens selection is as robust as any.
Sigma currently make some of the best lenses on the market, and right now you can pick up some of their very best glass a lot cheaper than usual thanks to their Mothers Day sale which runs until 5/20.
There are some truly great lenses available for many different genres on the Micro Four Thirds platform, and the lenses that have been designed specifically for portrait photographers are some of the best.
Fujifilm make some truly wonderful cameras, and to go along with them there are some Fujifilm X Mount lenses that are just as stunning. The best part is that many of these lenses are incredibly affordable.
Concert photography is one of the more exciting genres that we can participate in. Not many things are better than hearing the music of our favorite bands, and getting to take pictures at the same time.
Being a lifestyle or documentary photographer can be quite challenging. You need to be able to work in a variety of scenarios, and you need to be able to capture the moment in a split second. Prime lenses are great, but sometimes zoom lenses allow you to get the shot a lot quicker due to you being able to stay in place and zoom in or out on the scene at hand.