The Amazing Sony A1/A7/A9/APS-C & Anything else welcome Mega Thread!

twist said:
Did you get them for free? Because if you didn't the maths is still the same.
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I got them so long ago and just sat on my desk gathering dust...it feels like I just rediscovered them again so it feels free :p

It’s almost like “oh yeah, I forgot I had these and they are actually great!”
 
Raymond Lin said:
I got them so long ago and just sat on my desk gathering dust...it feels like I just rediscovered them again so it feels free :p

It’s almost like “oh yeah, I forgot I had these and they are actually great!”
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Justifies their awesomeness :rolleyes: because let's face it, s*** in the loft is great.
 
Does anyone own the Samyang 24 2.8 here ? 10% off on eBay atm. Tempted but not sure id use it
 
Gasp…what have I done...

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Riz_Guru said:
Wow, do you think you will go all in with Sony and give up Canon?
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I think I am likely to give up both DSLR by mirrorless, probably some of the lenses too like the Sigma 50A.

The lists of lenses to replace…

16-35/2.8 - This will cost me a fortune to change as my Canon isn't worth a lot, it's the mk1.
24-70/2.8 - might not even bother because i seldom use this. Might get the Tamron 28-75 instead.
24L mk2/1.4 - Already have Sigma FE mount on order
100L/Macro - I can probably swap for Sony 90mm Macro like for like
135/2.0 - Sigma 135/1.8, by all accounts a better lens
20/1.4 - I could either sell and rebuy on FE or get the mount changed.
35L mk2/1.4 - sad to see it go but it's a lot of money to sit in a case, already have the Zeiss replacement

Will keep

45/2.8 TSE - manual lens, so make no difference
85L/1.2 - I can't bring myself to let this go just yet, until Canon make one on the RF mount
 
Raymond Lin said:
I think I am likely to give up both DSLR by mirrorless, probably some of the lenses too like the Sigma 50A.

The lists of lenses to replace…

16-35/2.8 - This will cost me a fortune to change as my Canon isn't worth a lot, it's the mk1.
24-70/2.8 - might not even bother because i seldom use this. Might get the Tamron 28-75 instead.
24L mk2/1.4 - Already have Sigma FE mount on order
100L/Macro - I can probably swap for Sony 90mm Macro like for like
135/2.0 - Sigma 135/1.8, by all accounts a better lens
20/1.4 - I could either sell and rebuy on FE or get the mount changed.
35L mk2/1.4 - sad to see it go but it's a lot of money to sit in a case, already have the Zeiss replacement

Will keep

45/2.8 TSE - manual lens, so make no difference
85L/1.2 - I can't bring myself to let this go just yet, until Canon make one on the RF mount
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Sounds like a sound move, the A7 III are great bodies for the money.
 
Unless you desperate need 2.8 on the super wide. Get the 12-24 f4 Sony instead. Sensational lens!
Raymond Lin said:
I think I am likely to give up both DSLR by mirrorless, probably some of the lenses too like the Sigma 50A.

The lists of lenses to replace…

16-35/2.8 - This will cost me a fortune to change as my Canon isn't worth a lot, it's the mk1.
24-70/2.8 - might not even bother because i seldom use this. Might get the Tamron 28-75 instead.
24L mk2/1.4 - Already have Sigma FE mount on order
100L/Macro - I can probably swap for Sony 90mm Macro like for like
135/2.0 - Sigma 135/1.8, by all accounts a better lens
20/1.4 - I could either sell and rebuy on FE or get the mount changed.
35L mk2/1.4 - sad to see it go but it's a lot of money to sit in a case, already have the Zeiss replacement

Will keep

45/2.8 TSE - manual lens, so make no difference
85L/1.2 - I can't bring myself to let this go just yet, until Canon make one on the RF mount
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Raymond Lin said:
I think I am likely to give up both DSLR by mirrorless, probably some of the lenses too like the Sigma 50A.

The lists of lenses to replace…

16-35/2.8 - This will cost me a fortune to change as my Canon isn't worth a lot, it's the mk1.
24-70/2.8 - might not even bother because i seldom use this. Might get the Tamron 28-75 instead.
24L mk2/1.4 - Already have Sigma FE mount on order
100L/Macro - I can probably swap for Sony 90mm Macro like for like
135/2.0 - Sigma 135/1.8, by all accounts a better lens
20/1.4 - I could either sell and rebuy on FE or get the mount changed.
35L mk2/1.4 - sad to see it go but it's a lot of money to sit in a case, already have the Zeiss replacement

Will keep

45/2.8 TSE - manual lens, so make no difference
85L/1.2 - I can't bring myself to let this go just yet, until Canon make one on the RF mount
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I am in a similar boat I have these all to change if I move over completely.

Nikon 85mm f/1.4G
Nikon 45mm f/2.8
Nikon 105mm f/2.8
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8
Nikon 16-35mm f/4
Sigma 20mm f/1.4
Sigma 50mm f/1.4
Tamron 70-200 f/2.8

To be fair the only one of those I really love is the 50mm Sigma Art. But they all get some use for different things.

I am gonna have to keep some of my slr’s as things sit at the minute my missus won’t switch so that means she will be keeping her 2 x D750’s and her D850. I was going to keep my D850 and just replace both my D750’s with A7III’s but still not 100% sure.

Sold my 35mm Nikon fit Sigma Art today loved that lens too but already replaced that with the Sony fit version.
 
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f/2.8 said:
I am in a similar boat I have these all to change if I move over completely.

Nikon 85mm f/1.4G
Nikon 45mm f/2.8
Nikon 105mm f/2.8
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8
Nikon 16-35mm f/4
Sigma 20mm f/1.4
Sigma 50mm f/1.4
Tamron 70-200 f/2.8

To be fair the only one of those I really love is the 50mm Signa Art. But they all get some use for different things.

I am gonna have to keep some of my slr’s as things sit at the minute my missus won’t switch so that means she will be keeping her 2 x D750’s and her D850. I was going to keep my D850 and just replace both my D750’s with A7III’s but still not 100% sure.
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One thing that is always on my mind is how long will Sony keep the mount, they don't really have the history sticking with something but at least for the moment the E-mount should be around for at least 5 years and I guess that's long enough, get my money's worth from it right now and I know the DSLR gear will slowly drop in value. That's the only direction it is going.
 
If I set up a Gofundme would you all contribute to me for an A7III? :D I looked at some comparisons on it last night [vs the Pany G9 in particular, which might well be my next upgrade] and I actually like the look of it. They certainly improved the grip and overall look and I imagine feel of the camera over the previous two. If they had implemented a swivel screen I don't think anyone could touch it right now.
 
Cagey75 said:
If I set up a Gofundme would you all contribute to me for an A7III? :D I looked at some comparisons on it last night [vs the Pany G9 in particular, which might well be my next upgrade] and I actually like the look of it. They certainly improved the grip and overall look and I imagine feel of the camera over the previous two. If they had implemented a swivel screen I don't think anyone could touch it right now.
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Errr swivel screen Vs everything else that destroys that. Aren't you against vlogger swivel screens anyway?
 
twist said:
Errr swivel screen Vs everything else that destroys that. Aren't you against vlogger swivel screens anyway?
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It's like you didn't even read my post. I said I liked the look of it BEFORE I mentioned the screen :p I own a flippy-flappy screen right now, It's growing on me, screw vloggers! BUT, if Sony had added that they'd be well stomping on the rest. You'd be surprised how well the G9 stands up to it for an M43 btw, really only lacks in ISO performance, murders the Sony when it comes to IBIS and there's nowt between them really otherwise.

 
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Cagey75 said:
It's like you didn't even read my post. I said I liked the look of it BEFORE I mentioned the screen :p I own a flippy-flappy screen right now, It's growing on me, screw vloggers! BUT, if Sony had added that they'd be well stomping on the rest. You'd be surprised how well the G9 stands up to it for an M43 btw, really only lacks in ISO performance, murders the Sony when it comes to IBIS and there's nowt between them really otherwise.

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We are all about full frame here nobody cares about M43. My brothers girlfriend has an M43 camera system they are great for young girls. :D
 
Cagey75 said:
It's like you didn't even read my post. I said I liked the look of it BEFORE I mentioned the screen :p I own a flippy-flappy screen right now, It's growing on me, screw vloggers! BUT, if Sony had added that they'd be well stomping on the rest. You'd be surprised how well the G9 stands up to it for an M43 btw, really only lacks in ISO performance, murders the Sony when it comes to IBIS and there's nowt between them really otherwise.

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I'm not sure the Sony needs an articulating screen to be stomping at the pricepoint.

Iso, dr, colour bit, auto focus, superb battery life, 10fps CAF, class leading ibis, best eye af. No crop 4k, 120p 1080p.
 
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f/2.8 said:
We are all about full frame here nobody cares about M43. My brothers girlfriend has an M43 camera system they are great for young girls. :D
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I reckon for your needs it's more than enough tbh. I think many who use FF don't 'need' it. I didn't which is why I got over myself a long time ago , sold the D800E and went tiny sensors.

I know women who drink pints and use Nikon D5 cameras, what's your point on that front? :rolleyes:

twist said:
I'm not sure the Sony needs an articulating screen to be stomping at the pricepoint.

Iso, dr, colour bit, auto focus, superb battery life, 10fps CAF, class leading ibis, best eye af. No crop 4k, 120p 1080p.
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They don't need it, they've already won the war! What I said was they would cement that with the FAS. Personally, since you already know, I prefer a plain old tilting style, but I'm not their target market
 
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Cagey75 said:
I reckon for your needs it's more than enough tbh. I think many who use FF don't 'need' it. I didn't which is why I got over myself a long time ago , sold the D800E and went tiny sensors.



They don't need it, they've already won the war! What I said was they would cement that with the FAS. Personally, since you already know, I prefer a plain old tilting style.
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Na man, to do that they need a white logo that says Canon instead of Sony ;)
 
twist said:
Na man, to do that they need a white logo that says Canon instead of Sony ;)
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That is slowly changing is it not? I'm hearing more and more complaining from the Canon crew recently than ever before
 
Cagey75 said:
That is slowly changing is it not? I'm hearing more and more complaining from the Canon crew recently than ever before
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The brand/marketing is ridiculously strong. People in the know will know but they don't make the numbers.
 
Cagey75 said:
I reckon for your needs it's more than enough tbh. I think many who use FF don't 'need' it. I didn't which is why I got over myself a long time ago , sold the D800E and went tiny sensors.
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You mention owning a D800e on here a lot. Why is that?
 
f/2.8 said:
You mention owning a D800e on here a lot. Why is that?
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A lot? Are you saving my posts or something? Is it tit time for you again? I owned it for 5yr, longer than I have owned any other camera, of course I'm not going to forget it.
 
twist said:
The brand/marketing is ridiculously strong. People in the know will know but they don't make the numbers.
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I don't know, these days if you ask the average Joe on the street what they think would be a great camera [for photography] they are more likely to say Sony or Nikon over Canon in my experience
 
Cagey75 said:
I don't know, these days if you ask the average Joe on the street what they think would be a great camera [for photography] they are more likely to say Sony or Nikon over Canon in my experience
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Not ime, not in the shops either. Joe public that is, the folks that make up the numbers.
 
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twist said:
Not ime, not in the shops either. Joe public that is.
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Honestly, without prompt, ask some people tomorrow. I would be surprised if more than half said Canon. And I have nothing against Canon, got some of their gear in baskets on various sites ... ok, I may never actually buy :D but it's being considered. I am no brand's whore unlike some numpties on here. It's all gear to me. I wouldn't buy a Nikon again if you paid me. Well, if you paid me ... then I might
 
f/2.8 said:
You mention owning a D800e on here a lot. Why is that?
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Waiting on your 'clever' follow up here, have you gagged on your beer or something? Seems to be Fridays you come on with the drunken nonsense, let's have it
 
Cagey75 said:
Honestly, without prompt, ask some people tomorrow. I would be surprised if more than half said Canon. And I have nothing against Canon, got some of their gear in baskets on various sites ... ok, I may never actually buy :D but it's being considered. I am no brand's whore unlike some numpties on here. It's all gear to me. I wouldn't buy a Nikon again if you paid me. Well, if you paid me ... then I might
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I have. The brand is strong, it's why they are no.1 without the best camera.

I'd rather a Nikon than canon but were all different.
 
Cagey75 said:
A lot? Are you saving my posts or something? Is it tit time for you again? I owned it for 5yr, longer than I have owned any other camera, of course I'm not going to forget it.
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You seem to be always looking for a reaction I have noticed that about you. Your hard to miss on the forum you seem to spend a lot of time on here and seem to post on every thread about every new camera so it does tend to stand out a bit. You always seem to go off on a tangent about how you used to own a D800e and how amazing M43 is.

Not having a go so don’t take that the wrong way, I just find it funny.:D
 
twist said:
I have. The brand is strong, it's why they are no.1 without the best camera.

I'd rather a Nikon than canon but were all different.
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You are probably right, but I feel it's changing. As I ALWAYS say, apparently, I shot Nikon for years and just got bored with them. If I never had, I'd probably be looking at their better budget options now. I just like a fresh change, I don't need familiarity and I don't give a rat's about loyalty or fanboyism.
 
Cagey75 said:
You are probably right, but I feel it's changing. As I ALWAYS say, apparently, I shot Nikon for years and just got bored with them. If I never had, I'd probably be looking at their better budget options now. I just like a fresh change, I don't need familiarity and I don't give a rat's about loyalty or fanboyism.
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I switch to much to get bored (im at 45+ digital ilc cameras since about 2010, multiple formats) but imo nikon have consistently made the best cameras (overall) I've used... Until the a7iii. Canon makes incredible glass but others are catching up and exceeding quickly in some ways.
 
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f/2.8 said:
You seem to be always looking for a reaction I have noticed that about you. Your hard to miss on the forum you seem to spend a lot of time on here and seem to post on every thread about every new camera so it does tend to stand out a bit. You always seem to go off on a tangent about how you used to own a D800e and how amazing M43 is.

Not having a go so don’t take that the wrong way, I just find it funny.:D
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I was looking for no such thing, I was actually praising the A7III in my own alternative way. You're sounding a little obsessed with me right now, but that's ok, many are. You come across a bit of a wannabe know-it-all, you're quiet for a bit, then jump in all flapping and boisterous like you've built yourself up for a challenge, but I see you as a know-nothing who yearns to be one of the elite but you fall on your face because the pleb in you can't help but come out. You weren't even following the conversation, you saw me and thought 'I'll get him this time' - But, wrong! ... Again! You just look a moron atm. This is what you wanted right? :D
 
Cagey75 said:
I was looking for no such thing, I was actually praising the A7III in my own alternative way. You're sounding a little obsessed with me right now, but that's ok, many are. You come across a bit of a wannabe know-it-all, you're quiet for a bit, then jump in all flapping and boisterous like you've built yourself up for a challenge, but I see you as a know-nothing who yearns to be one of the elite but you fall on your face because the pleb in you can't help but come out. You weren't even following the conversation, you saw me and thought 'I'll get him this time' - But, wrong! ... Again! You just look a moron atm. This is what you wanted right? :D
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:D

Yes that’s it. You resort to personal attack’s quite a lot. Would you say your an unhappy person in general?
 
twist said:
I switch to much to get bored (im at 45+ digital ilc cameras since about 2010, multiple formats) but imo nikon have consistently made the best cameras (overall) I've used... Until the a7iii. Canon makes incredible glass but others are catching up quickly.
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I think switching about is great, keeps it fresh. There's morons on here who think everyone is 'loyal' to a brand, or gets overly defensive about someone trying to slate what they use ... pfffft, it's lumps of plastic and metal, designed to aid us in the only real important part, capturing the image.
 
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