Can this lens be used handheld??
1304984
Yes, it has Image Stabilization, but even so do not use hand held at sloe speeds.
1304985
Yes you can you it as a handheld but of course due to the size of the lens it is easier to use with a tripod. We do use it as a handheld sometimes, it is a great lense and we are very happy with it. Hope this helps
1304986
Amazingly, yes. I recently got some needle sharp images of a helicopter flying near our house using this lens at 600mm handheld. Of course this was in bright sunlight. I'm very happy with this lens. One of my best photo purchases ever!
1304987
Yes, however it is quite heavy. I am looking into a mono pod to steady the camra.
1304988
Yes you can but it's awkward and heavy. It's difficult to hold the camera/lens and adjust the focal range. I got one of those pistol grip camera handles with shutter release. Screw it into the lens bracket instead of bottom of the camera. This way you can hold the camera/lens and press the shutter button with one hand while using the other hand to steady the lens and adjust the focal range. Requires some practice but is workable.
1304989
Depends on the person. I use it hand held but I'm a large guy. I also use the Sigma 50-500 lens handheld. I've taken good shots at speeds as low as 1/80 though I usually try for more like 1/1000 or faster.To answer this you should take a weight compareble to this lens plus your camera body and see if you and move it around comfortably.
244410
This lens is available with a Canon mount. Just be sure that you select the right version.
1173867
Yes, however this lens is a manual aperture and is not autofocus so the camera must be used in manual mode.
70952
I actually got this for my sister so I'm not sure if you can do this . I personally would not . The sticky rings don't stick to the Lens's very well either. The Lens's are great themself but if I were you and you bought this I would purchase a lens clip as well that you could just put in your pocket. It only comes in 3 sticky rings I think and they don't stick for very long .
305823
I'm sure you can but, I would recommend the tamaron 90mm f2.8. It is a way more dynamic lens and you can purchase one that is purpose built for Sony
467364
I bought the lens with a canon mount. I believe you can get it with a Nikon mount though. Just be sure to check the lens mount on the amazon page before you buy it.
813922
From what I can tell, that would not be possible. However, you could purchase and add an inexpensive extension tube- just make sure the tube matches the size of this lens.
2004162
No. It wouldn't be too practical given the extreme wide angle of the lens. For what it's worth, I wondered about the same thing. I love the lens. DT
2259003
I don't own that camera, but it is based on the standard micro 4/3 mounts, which that lens is. There should be no problem using that lens on that platform.
149929
I highly doubt you could use it successfully since the aperture on the Nex lenses are controlled electronically and do not have an external aperture ring.
1055855
Yes you can use the lens. Just remember your effective focal length will be 600 mm. I am a professional photographer and use a D7100 instead of a 1.7 telecom better. I use this lens for sports mainly and wildlife.
1366372
You should be able to. This lens is a micro 4/3 mount and will fit any camera of that format.
2147289
No. But you won't need to. The zoom on this lens is 24-720mm, which is awesome. I can actually zoom in better than with my previous, detachable lenses. And the sharpness of this lens will practically cut your fingers, it's so sharp.
1051041
yes! I used this lens for a graduate school project. I had to take pictures of various items at different distances and this lens worked the best. It is a workhorse and would be my choice!
63547
No. This lens is manual focus and made for long distance shots. It is also pretty heavy. I would try a Tamron 50-200mm
564853
Not likely. This lens is designed for use with lenses with a 37mm thread mount most DSLR camera lenses are to large to use it. It is intended for video cameras, but could be used with a micro-four thirds type lens or similar small lens.
450743
You can use it with any standard mount lens but it can only be used in manual mode. Auto focus function will not work. Unless you are familiar with manually focusing and estimating the exposure, it is very difficult to use.