what will this lens do that the kit lens on the a6000 won't do? Also a local retailer has the a6000 fitted with a Nikkor 18 - 200 lens. Good option
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I am not sure but I do know the pictures r clearer and very sharper than my 16 50. I took some beautiful wedding pictures last month. I am a beginner.
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In general, fixed focal length lenses give better resolution and less distortion than zoom lenses. They are also lighter. Dont know about the A6000 but with a Nikkor zoom, it seems like a good option if it is not too expensive.
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This lens is not compatible with the D600. If forced, it could cause serious damage to your camera.Hope this helps. Thank you for shopping our store. We appreicate your business.
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I did not buy the kit lens. I already have a full range of L lenses by Canon and did not need it. In general I find I prefer not to use kit lenses as they are of lower quality and do not suit my needs. For someone just starting in SLR photography, the kit may make sense, but if possible I think it's better to spend more and get a really good general purpose lens such as the 24-70 or 24-105.
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Holly,I don't know specifically how that lens would work on the D600. I haven't used any old lenses on my D600 yet. But I have used some old lenses I had for my Nikon FE on my D90 and they would work, BUT they can only be used in completely manual mode (manually set your shutter speed, F-Stop and Focus), so you have to calculate your exposure the old fashioned way based on lighting conditions, ISO setting, etc to figure out the what's the correct Shutter/F-Stop combo to use. Since the D600, D90 and the FE all use the F mount, the older lenses should mount on the D600 and work as they did on my D90. Holly,I don't know specifically how that lens would work on the D600. I haven't used any old lenses on my D600 yet. But I have used some old lenses I had for my Nikon FE on my D90 and they would work, BUT they can only be used in completely manual mode (manually set your shutter speed, F-Stop and Focus), so you have to calculate your exposure the old fashioned way based on lighting conditions, ISO setting, etc to figure out the what's the correct Shutter/F-Stop combo to use. Since the D600, D90 and the FE all use the F mount, the older lenses should mount on the D600 and work as they... » Read More Holly,I don't know specifically how that lens would work on the D600. I haven't used any old lenses on my D600 yet. But I have used some old lenses I had for my Nikon FE on my D90 and they would work, BUT they can only be used in completely manual mode (manually set your shutter speed, F-Stop and Focus), so you have to calculate your exposure the old fashioned way based on lighting conditions, ISO setting, etc to figure out the what's the correct Shutter/F-Stop combo to use. Since the D600, D90 and the FE all use the F mount, the older lenses should mount on the D600 and work as they did on my D90. « Show Less
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I tried them on my a6000 and auto focus didn't work on either of 2 lenses. No idea what was wrong. I returned them.
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Hi, actaually I have this lens and had the 16-50. I got the nex 6 last year and sold the 16-50 lens because I felt the pics came out better in the 18-55. The focus was better and pics seems crisp to me in 18-55. Yes it's much heavier and the smaller to travel with. 16-50 made it really nice to go our the city with.... But I just couldn't take a good pic with the 16-50. I got the 18-55 for about $100 used. So I'm happy.
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Hi Jack - to be honest I've not had hands on with this lens. It was bought for my Son for his birthday. And from what I do know about it it is smaller and with the Macro capability - a more useful lens, also the 18-200 has less focal range then the newer Macro Lens. Seems to have pretty good reviews and as my son uses it for digital video - he's pretty happy thus far. Sorry I can't be of more help.Chuck
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I don't know about this lens specifically, but I would want a wider range lens. I got a 14mm - 200mm lens and find I use that most and a 14mm (pancake) lens that I use to keep the camera in a pocket. I think the lens you suggested has most of the size of the larger one without as much of the range, but I am not a professional photographer.
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The Sony A6000 is an E mount out of the box and will work the lens you are asking about. That being said any A-mount lenses will only work via an LA EA adapter such as Minolta/Konica Minolta Maxxum lenses. Stick with E mount lenses.
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Yes. I've been using it on my a6000 for a few months, and I'm very happy with the resultant image quality. I also recommend the 60mm.
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I did NOT buy the kit lens...bought camera with the 18-200mm lens instead....love this lens....a bit heavy but just great....no need for multiple lenses.
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Did you ever get a lens? I'm making the same decision now. If so, what did you buy? Are you happy with your decision? Is there anything else you would add that would help me make a decision. Thanks!
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I just went through the same decision process, in fact I literally bought the D60+ lens kit and returned it (package unopened) for the D80 (body only) + the fabulous 18-200 VR lens. Why? 1) I wanted the additional metering controls vs. the D60 and in fact used all of them on my recent trip to the Hoh rain forest. 2) Keeping to my budget, I opted to spend the money on the 18-200mm VR, and yes, I used its FULL RANGE without having to change lenses. A great way to go when outdoors and taking advantage of opportunities as they present themselves (e.g. deer twins walking right towards us while on the trail!). 3) Quickly realizing the super-zoom wasn't going to get me a FAST lens, I was able to pick up the 50mm f/1.4 right before my travels (which would NOT have AF working with the D40 or D60). If I had the $$$ I might have opted for a D300 and picked up the D40/60 for a lightweight second body, but as the only Digital SLR that I'll be using for the next couple of years, and the small price difference, I am extremely happy with my purchase.
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This was the first lens I bought when I switched from a DX D7000 to an FX D600. If you plan to eventually move up to a FX Nikon body I'd definitely recommend this lens as it will work on your D60 (but as Tom V said, the D60 won't take full advantage of the lenses capabilities). One of the first photos I took with this lens was printed on 13" x 19" photo paper and I'm very impressed with the results. Years ago I bought the Nikkor 70-300mm 4.5-5.6 G lens not knowing it was an FX lens. It worked well on the DX body but much better on the FX D600. Hope this helps.
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The reason i ask is D7100 is a 23.5 mm sensor and this lens is made for a 36mm sensor or a full frame sensor.. May be you should look at some DX sensors .. If you are inclined on this lens then i would suggest to save up a little more and get the D600 or D800... its definitely worth it and you will enjoy it a lot...just my suggestion.. :)
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It's a good lens for my needs. I have found the 18-300mm type lenses just don't do all that well, I think too much range to cover but this does well and being a f/2.8 it's better for darker shots. Heavier than a kit lens but worth it in my opinion.
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Absolutely, it goes to 105 so you are going to have more zoom (and a little less wide angle), it's a very good lens, I use it with my a6000 and work very good for every day use and casual photography, fast enough (f4), good quality (G badged), much more versatile than the kit lens, better bokeh. If you want faster and crispier lens have to go prime..!Cons: Block down left angle of included flash light(in a6000 camera), no problem with pro flash, and little heavy and big. Good enough to recommend it, go for it.