Has anyone used the Sony version on a NEX-7 with LA-EA2 adapter? I would like to know who good the OS is for hand-held outdoor use and how fast is AF?
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Used on an African safari. Spectacular results since you are only using the center of the lens on an APC camera.
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You can use A-mount lenses like this one on your NEX camera with an adapter. The Sony LAEA1 adapter will work but it is my understanding that auto-focus does not work with the LAEA1 adapter. Though when I read some of the reviews some say it does auto-focus but it is painfully slow. So you'd probably have to manual focus with this lens and the LAEA1 adapter on the NEX cameras.There is also the LAEA2 adapter which allows the lens to auto-focus on the NEX camera by having the translucent mirror in the adapter.You'd probably just be better off just getting the SEL 35mm 1.8 lens or SEL 30mm 3.5 lens. You can use A-mount lenses like this one on your NEX camera with an adapter. The Sony LAEA1 adapter will work but it is my understanding that auto-focus does not work with the LAEA1 adapter. Though when I read some of the reviews some say it does auto-focus but it is painfully slow. So you'd probably have to manual focus with this lens and the LAEA1 adapter on the NEX cameras.There is also the LAEA2 adapter which allows the lens to auto-focus on the NEX camera by having the translucent mirror in the adapter.You'd probably just be better off just getting... » Read More You can use A-mount lenses like this one on your NEX camera with an adapter. The Sony LAEA1 adapter will work but it is my understanding that auto-focus does not work with the LAEA1 adapter. Though when I read some of the reviews some say it does auto-focus but it is painfully slow. So you'd probably have to manual focus with this lens and the LAEA1 adapter on the NEX cameras.There is also the LAEA2 adapter which allows the lens to auto-focus on the NEX camera by having the translucent mirror in the adapter.You'd probably just be better off just getting the SEL 35mm 1.8 lens or SEL 30mm 3.5 lens. « Show Less
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I bought mine used and the seller I got it from had the body only but it was like new. And for the kit lens, as I've stated, I didn't get mine with the kit lens but I will say I use the nex f3 with an la-ea2 adapter with Sony dt 35mm f1.8 Sam lens. It works beautifully for beginners. But I am an enthusiast and hobbyist photographer and I will get a semi pro or pro level dslt camera from Sony in future. You can visit my Facebook page to see my photos all shot with it. http://m.facebook.com/pages/KTan-Photography/144023702417316?id=144023702417316&refsrc=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch&_rdr
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You can use A-mount lenses like this one on your NEX camera with an adapter. The Sony LAEA1 adapter will work but it is my understanding that auto-focus does not work with the LAEA1 adapter. Though when I read some of the reviews some say it does auto-focus but it is painfully slow. So you'd probably have to manual focus with this lens and the LAEA1 adapter on the NEX cameras. There is also the LAEA2 adapter which allows the lens to auto-focus on the NEX camera by having the translucent mirror in the adapter. You'd probably just be better off just getting the SEL 35mm 1.8 lens or SEL 30mm 3.5 lens.
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I would hold out for the a35, potentially coming out early June. Not sure of the specs, but I think it will have a lot of improvements, including longer battery life.The Nex-5 also uses digital image stabilization as opposed to optical image stabilization, which some people tend to dislike with a passion.
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That is correct. The NEX-7 has the old style hot shoe. This version has the new MultiInterface Hot Shoe (MI). They sell this same product with the old style auto-lock fitting... But, Sony is moving all their cameras to the new style MI shoe. You might be better off with an adapter. Your next camera from Sony (maybe NEX-8 or something) will have the MI shoe. That is the direction everything is moving.
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You can purchase a Sony LA-EA1 or LA-EA2 adapter for true A mount to E mount cameras. Sony has also released a version LA-EA3 and LA-EA4 but not sure on true compatability for your Nex6.
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The SAL18135 lens is an A-mount lens, while the NEX 6 has an E mount. You would need an E-mount to A-mount adapter, such as the Sony LA-EA4 adapter or LA-EA3 adapter. Check the features of both adapters (the LA-EA4 gives autofocus, but costs more, both take A-mount lenses).
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Fotodiox adapters are very good - I use Minolta and Leica M-mount (purists may cringe at putting a Leica M lens on the Nex but they work just great!
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Dennis, I have the NEX 6, and I first tried the adaptor without the translucent mirror, which had only intermittent autofocusing. By exchanging it for the LAE2 version, I experienced rapid autofocusing with my Sony A-mount lenses, particularly the 28-250 zoom. Yes, it does add some bulk to the NEX, but having the option to use several A-mount lenses with the nex 6 makes it a worthwhile purchase, in my estimation.I have a 35mm a-mount which is extremely fast-focusing, so your intended 90mm would work well. Bear in mind that the NEX has the focus peaking feature for those times when autofocus is impractical, but I like my fast focusing option with the adaptor attached. Dennis, I have the NEX 6, and I first tried the adaptor without the translucent mirror, which had only intermittent autofocusing. By exchanging it for the LAE2 version, I experienced rapid autofocusing with my Sony A-mount lenses, particularly the 28-250 zoom. Yes, it does add some bulk to the NEX, but having the option to use several A-mount lenses with the nex 6 makes it a worthwhile purchase, in my estimation.I have a 35mm a-mount which is extremely fast-focusing, so your intended 90mm would work well. Bear in mind that the NEX has the focus peaking feature for those times when autofocus... » Read More Dennis, I have the NEX 6, and I first tried the adaptor without the translucent mirror, which had only intermittent autofocusing. By exchanging it for the LAE2 version, I experienced rapid autofocusing with my Sony A-mount lenses, particularly the 28-250 zoom. Yes, it does add some bulk to the NEX, but having the option to use several A-mount lenses with the nex 6 makes it a worthwhile purchase, in my estimation.I have a 35mm a-mount which is extremely fast-focusing, so your intended 90mm would work well. Bear in mind that the NEX has the focus peaking feature for those times when autofocus is impractical, but I like my fast focusing option with the adaptor attached. « Show Less
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works great, and you have the full frame lense when you go to buy the A7R, consider the Sony E 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS as this lens is close in performance, smaller lighter,more zoom range! Most of all easy to carry. I find myself using this lense most of the time as the bulk of the Sony FE 70-200mm F4 kills the easy handling of the Nex body size. However I am having problems with the lense connection to camera blackout issue.photos --- http://www.laosgpsmap.com/ho-chi-minh-trail-laos/
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The adapter provides no electrical connection between the camera and the lens - the camera really thinks there's no lens attached! I have a Sony NEX-6, and I solved the problem (with help from another customer) by going to the camera's menu, selecting "Setup", then scrolling until I found "Release w/o Lens". Click on that option to enable it, and the camera will shoot. Of course, with the adapter there's no autofocus or aperture control - you have to do those on your own. But it works fine!
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Hello Paul, I have the Sony nex 5 camera and I need a lense with a higher zoom, which do you recommed??the 350 dollar one or the 800 dollar one?? and what is the difference between the too??Thanks
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I don't believe there is a difference between other than how individuals name it. There may a level of confusion as Sony will be releasing the new A7r as it's next generation. I have had my NEX-7 for a couple of weeks and am starting to learn how to use it. I must say that I'm happy with the initial results but also will have a lot to learn going forward.
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The Sigma for Sony A mounts has a built in micro motor. Rapid and accurate with a NEX-7 It adapts with the LA-2 A mount to E mount.
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This lent worked with my Sony Nex 7 as long I use the adapter LA-EA2. BY THE WAY I WAS NOT IMPRESS WITH OPTEKA 500-1000
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It is not native e-mount, so you will need the lea-2 adapter (lea-1 will work, but is too slow). The adapter has phase detection and works well with the lens. The lens is big though, so you'll likely want a monopod for better handling with the nex-7.