Why Sony
p.3 #1Why Sony
RikWriter wrote:
It's physically impossible for a lightweight object of this size to hurt wrist and fingers of a grown ass man. What are you going to do when it's time to pick up your sword to fight zombies? I bet you haven't even thought about it.Are you one of those people who don't believe in anything they haven't experienced themselves?
I have ten-plus years of BJJ and CrossFit under my belt. I bet my grip is much stronger than the grip and hands of most photographers. And yet every single Sony and Leica camera without a proper grip and thumb rest causes spasms and pain after barely a minute of holding it. I never had this issue with any other cameras systems. My daily cameras are the GFX and the Z8, for crying out loud.That's weird. I had surgery on my elbow last year and even during recovery, holding a Sony camera doesn't bother my hand. Of course, I do wildlife photography so most of the weight is on the lens and on my left hand which is holding it.
Again, this is an individual experience. It is not supposed to happen, but it does. For a completely different reason, I actually carry my cameras in my left hand with an L-bracket and a wrist strap. It was strange when the right strap eyelet on my Nikon fell off, since I only use the left one 99 percent of the time.
olegkin wrote
old-gregg wrote
olegkin wrote
It hurts my wrist and fingers.I have ten-plus years of BJJ and CrossFit under my belt. I bet my grip is much stronger than the grip and hands of most photographers. And yet every single Sony and Leica camera without a proper grip and thumb rest causes spasms and pain after barely a minute of holding it. I never had this issue with any other cameras systems. My daily cameras are the GFX and the Z8, for crying out loud.
Again, this is an individual experience. It is not supposed to happen, but it does. For a completely different reason, I actually carry my cameras in my left hand with an L-bracket and a wrist strap. It was strange when the right strap eyelet on my Nikon fell off, since I only use the left one 99 percent of the time.
Jun 14, 2026 at 02:28 PM
p.3 #2Why Sony
olegkin wrote:
Are you one of those people who don't believe in anything they haven't experienced themselves?
I am one of those people who like to have a little fun on Sunday morning. But on a serious note, having worked with a great physical therapist once, I am fully aware how complex this subject is. I used to have a habit of always keeping my index finger on a shutter button while holding cameras. This caused cramps and I wasn't even aware of the habit!
I have ten-plus years of BJJ and CrossFit under my belt. I bet my grip is much stronger than the grip and hands of most photographers.
Man, you're taking the zobie threat much more seriously than I am! Respect.
Are you one of those people who don't believe in anything they haven't experienced themselves?
I am one of those people who like to have a little fun on Sunday morning. But on a serious note, having worked with a great physical therapist once, I am fully aware how complex this subject is. I used to have a habit of always keeping my index finger on a shutter button while holding cameras. This caused cramps and I wasn't even aware of the habit!
I have ten-plus years of BJJ and CrossFit under my belt. I bet my grip is much stronger than the grip and hands of most photographers.
Man, you're taking the zobie threat much more seriously than I am! Respect.
Jun 14, 2026 at 02:29 PM
p.3 #3Why Sony
old-gregg wrote:
4. Great software [1]. I need a good native RAW converter, tethered shooting, and a mobile app. Sony and Canon can do software. Others can't. This also results in the leading auto-focus performance, and most importantly, it will always be class-leading. Sony can afford https://ai.sony/ while others can't.
I found Sony's android application confusing and hard to use. It I had to choose one company that did it right, it would be Leica. Absolutely the best mobile companion software. I did not even know Sony has a raw converter, I will have to research.
4. Great software [1]. I need a good native RAW converter, tethered shooting, and a mobile app. Sony and Canon can do software. Others can't. This also results in the leading auto-focus performance, and most importantly, it will always be class-leading. Sony can afford https://ai.sony/ while others can't.
I found Sony's android application confusing and hard to use. It I had to choose one company that did it right, it would be Leica. Absolutely the best mobile companion software. I did not even know Sony has a raw converter, I will have to research.
Jun 14, 2026 at 02:34 PM
p.3 #4Why Sony
In the mid 2000’s I sold off my film gear and darkroom (large and medium format) to help offset the cost of an ongoing medical crisis. I became familiar with digital photography and processing through a lengthy iPhone based project that resulted in one of my better exhibits. When the time came to begin reinvesting in camera equipment, I had a pretty good idea of what I was looking for: adaptability to vintage lenses, IQ, portability, and potential to move up in camera bodies with the same lens mount. My first camera was an a6000, followed by an A7R2, A7R4a, and currently A7R5. I still prefer manual focus, but have also acquired a number of excellent Sony lenses. The vintage market is no longer much of a value and I now purchase mostly new 3rd party lenses.
Jun 14, 2026 at 02:41 PM
p.3 #5Why Sony
olegkin wrote:
I found Sony's android application confusing and hard to use. It I had to choose one company that did it right, it would be Leica. Absolutely the best mobile companion software. I did not even know Sony has a raw converter, I will have to research.
Two points of confusion here:
1. Great UI is not the same as great software. Leica is just now starting to figure out how to build cameras that can start instantly and not freeze. Baby steps.
2. Leica is not a camera company. They make rechargeable jewelry for middle aged men. I am one. I own two!
I found Sony's android application confusing and hard to use. It I had to choose one company that did it right, it would be Leica. Absolutely the best mobile companion software. I did not even know Sony has a raw converter, I will have to research.
Two points of confusion here:
1. Great UI is not the same as great software. Leica is just now starting to figure out how to build cameras that can start instantly and not freeze. Baby steps.
2. Leica is not a camera company. They make rechargeable jewelry for middle aged men. I am one. I own two!
Jun 14, 2026 at 03:04 PM
p.3 #6Why Sony
Swapped to Sony end of 2024 for a couple reasons, coming from Nikon and a pair of Z9s.
Autofocus - I shoot sports professionally, and although the Z9 af is great it's not up to the task for sports. Eye af just doesn't quite cut it for rugby especially, while the A1 and A1ii have a noticeably higher hit rate and are way more consistent.
Lenses - I swapped when the 28-70 and A1ii came out, and it was a pretty easy choice - all of my sony glass is sharper than my Z glass was, and lighter as well. Lenses like the 28-70, 50-150, and 300 are unmatched by anyone else.
It helped that the 28-70 replaced the need to have a 24,35, and 50mm prime alone, and here in New Zealand the Sony 135 1.8 is close to half the price of the plena.
I shot on the Z systems (2 Z9s and a Z6ii) for 2 years, and I'm coming up on 2 years in the Sony system (A1ii and 2 A1s) and don't regret the swap at all - the performance out of these bodies is a step up, and the lenses are even better. Picked up the 50-150 the week that came out and I'll never let it go! I like having the option of taking the battery grips off of my sonys as well - I lugged Z9s around on holidays and personal trips long enough, an ungripped A1ii with the 40mm 2.5G is a way nicer package to carry.
Autofocus - I shoot sports professionally, and although the Z9 af is great it's not up to the task for sports. Eye af just doesn't quite cut it for rugby especially, while the A1 and A1ii have a noticeably higher hit rate and are way more consistent.
Lenses - I swapped when the 28-70 and A1ii came out, and it was a pretty easy choice - all of my sony glass is sharper than my Z glass was, and lighter as well. Lenses like the 28-70, 50-150, and 300 are unmatched by anyone else.
It helped that the 28-70 replaced the need to have a 24,35, and 50mm prime alone, and here in New Zealand the Sony 135 1.8 is close to half the price of the plena.
I shot on the Z systems (2 Z9s and a Z6ii) for 2 years, and I'm coming up on 2 years in the Sony system (A1ii and 2 A1s) and don't regret the swap at all - the performance out of these bodies is a step up, and the lenses are even better. Picked up the 50-150 the week that came out and I'll never let it go! I like having the option of taking the battery grips off of my sonys as well - I lugged Z9s around on holidays and personal trips long enough, an ungripped A1ii with the 40mm 2.5G is a way nicer package to carry.
Jun 14, 2026 at 04:02 PM
p.3 #8Why Sony
Switched to Sony because the Canon 6Dii release was so terrible, worse dynamic range than the 6Di and the autofocus system was cribbed off an apsc camera that only covered the apsc part of the frame. The EOS R body also had poor autofocus, Canon did not know what they were doing and it was clear to me that mirrorless was the future so I switched to the A7iii.
I'm still with Sony today because I don't want an R1 or Z8/Z9-sized camera body (I prefer EOS3 / D750 sized bodies), and Sony has a much deeper lens ecosystem that meets my autofocus performance requirements.
All Sony E mount lenses from the last decade (2017 and newer) are suitable for hybrid work. This means fast AF motors which can track continuous shooting at 120 frames per second, AND can pull focus smoothly in video mode.
Canon does have lenses suitable for hybrid work, particularly the newer VCM designs, but there are only ~3 VCM lenses available at the moment.
While Canon's bodies have caught up with Sony's autofocus performance, Nikon's bodies are not quite there yet.
I'm still with Sony today because I don't want an R1 or Z8/Z9-sized camera body (I prefer EOS3 / D750 sized bodies), and Sony has a much deeper lens ecosystem that meets my autofocus performance requirements.
All Sony E mount lenses from the last decade (2017 and newer) are suitable for hybrid work. This means fast AF motors which can track continuous shooting at 120 frames per second, AND can pull focus smoothly in video mode.
Canon does have lenses suitable for hybrid work, particularly the newer VCM designs, but there are only ~3 VCM lenses available at the moment.
While Canon's bodies have caught up with Sony's autofocus performance, Nikon's bodies are not quite there yet.
Jun 14, 2026 at 09:05 PM
p.3 #9Why Sony
aCuria wrote:
Switched to Sony because the Canon 6Dii release was so terrible, worse dynamic range than the 6Di and the autofocus system was cribbed off an apsc camera that only covered the apsc part of the frame. The EOS R body also had poor autofocus, Canon did not know what they were doing and it was clear to me that mirrorless was the future so I switched to the A7iii.
I'm still with Sony today because I don't want an R1 or Z8/Z9-sized camera body (I prefer EOS3 / D750 sized bodies), and Sony has a much deeper lens ecosystem that meets...Show more →
There are 6 VCMs in the Canon line up: 14mm, 20mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, & 85mm all f/1.4 lenses. The 20, 24, 35, & 50 are currently in stock at B & H. The 85 is currently out of stock but expect to be available next week. Only the 14 which just was introduced isn't readily available and listed as only coming soon.
Switched to Sony because the Canon 6Dii release was so terrible, worse dynamic range than the 6Di and the autofocus system was cribbed off an apsc camera that only covered the apsc part of the frame. The EOS R body also had poor autofocus, Canon did not know what they were doing and it was clear to me that mirrorless was the future so I switched to the A7iii.
I'm still with Sony today because I don't want an R1 or Z8/Z9-sized camera body (I prefer EOS3 / D750 sized bodies), and Sony has a much deeper lens ecosystem that meets...Show more →
There are 6 VCMs in the Canon line up: 14mm, 20mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, & 85mm all f/1.4 lenses. The 20, 24, 35, & 50 are currently in stock at B & H. The 85 is currently out of stock but expect to be available next week. Only the 14 which just was introduced isn't readily available and listed as only coming soon.
Jun 14, 2026 at 10:04 PM
p.3 #10Why Sony
LBJ2 wrote:
Lot of very capable and highly desirable choices available in 2026.
I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.
Are they, though? I have the feeling all brands nowadays offer some stuff that’s ahead or smarter than the others, while no brand is the most innovative by itself anymore. Don’t want to derail the thread and I opted against Sony, but I like facts and I’m not sure this statement is still a fact in 2026.
techsterman1955 wrote
I’m new to this. Why did you select Sony gear and not others.I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.
Are they, though? I have the feeling all brands nowadays offer some stuff that’s ahead or smarter than the others, while no brand is the most innovative by itself anymore. Don’t want to derail the thread and I opted against Sony, but I like facts and I’m not sure this statement is still a fact in 2026.
Jun 14, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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p.3 #11Why Sony
RikWriter wrote:
That's weird. I had surgery on my elbow last year and even during recovery...
Ouch! Did you also break your radial head like I did? (Had 2 surgeries, and since February I now have a radial head prosthesis... Started photographing again 1 month after surgery without problems.)
That's weird. I had surgery on my elbow last year and even during recovery...
Ouch! Did you also break your radial head like I did? (Had 2 surgeries, and since February I now have a radial head prosthesis... Started photographing again 1 month after surgery without problems.)
Jun 14, 2026 at 10:20 PM
p.3 #12Why Sony
Steve Spencer wrote:
I'm still with Sony today because I don't want an R1 or Z8/Z9-sized camera body (I prefer EOS3 / D750 sized bodies), and Sony has a much deeper lens ecosystem that meets my autofocus performance requirements.
All Sony E mount lenses from the last decade (2017 and newer) are suitable for hybrid work. This means fast AF motors which can track continuous shooting at 120 frames per second, AND can pull focus smoothly in video mode.
Canon does have lenses suitable for hybrid work, particularly the newer VCM designs, but there are only ~3 VCM lenses available at the moment.
While Canon's bodies have caught up with Sony's autofocus performance, Nikon's bodies are not quite there yet.There are 6 VCMs in the Canon line up: 14mm, 20mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, & 85mm all f/1.4 lenses. The 20, 24, 35, & 50 are currently in stock at B & H. The 85 is currently out of stock but expect to be available next week. Only the 14 which just was introduced isn't readily available and listed as only coming soon.
Hopefully they make even more of them. I have not seen the 14, 20, 85 around here.
No VCM zooms - 16-35 VCM, 24-70VCM, 70-200VCM yet.
aCuria wrote
Switched to Sony because the Canon 6Dii release was so terrible, worse dynamic range than the 6Di and the autofocus system was cribbed off an apsc camera that only covered the apsc part of the frame. The EOS R body also had poor autofocus, Canon did not know what they were doing and it was clear to me that mirrorless was the future so I switched to the A7iii.I'm still with Sony today because I don't want an R1 or Z8/Z9-sized camera body (I prefer EOS3 / D750 sized bodies), and Sony has a much deeper lens ecosystem that meets my autofocus performance requirements.
All Sony E mount lenses from the last decade (2017 and newer) are suitable for hybrid work. This means fast AF motors which can track continuous shooting at 120 frames per second, AND can pull focus smoothly in video mode.
Canon does have lenses suitable for hybrid work, particularly the newer VCM designs, but there are only ~3 VCM lenses available at the moment.
While Canon's bodies have caught up with Sony's autofocus performance, Nikon's bodies are not quite there yet.
Hopefully they make even more of them. I have not seen the 14, 20, 85 around here.
No VCM zooms - 16-35 VCM, 24-70VCM, 70-200VCM yet.
Jun 14, 2026 at 11:21 PM
p.3 #13Why Sony
Sony was first with (edit: FF) mirrorless (except for Leica of course) and I bought the a7 as soon as it was released, to get rid of the Nikon D700. This was only to get an as small and light camera as possible.
Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use Fuji GFX which of course is much larger. However, that is a great reason for having an additional, smaller system. But I can't find one that appeals to me, so I keep using the old a7 II.
I wonder when/if someone is gonna understand that there are people that want small cameras with large sensors for photography. Not for video.
Edited on Jun 15, 2026 at 05:20 AM · View previous versions
Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use Fuji GFX which of course is much larger. However, that is a great reason for having an additional, smaller system. But I can't find one that appeals to me, so I keep using the old a7 II.
I wonder when/if someone is gonna understand that there are people that want small cameras with large sensors for photography. Not for video.
Edited on Jun 15, 2026 at 05:20 AM · View previous versions
Jun 14, 2026 at 11:57 PM
p.3 #14Why Sony
johnvanr wrote:
Lot of very capable and highly desirable choices available in 2026.
I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.Are they, though? I have the feeling all brands nowadays offer some stuff that’s ahead or smarter than the others, while no brand is the most innovative by itself anymore. Don’t want to derail the thread and I opted against Sony, but I like facts and I’m not sure this statement is still a fact in 2026.
I'm inclined to agree that Sony still has an edge on several fronts.
How many other makers have a global shutter full frame body with a fully articulated screen with shutter speeds of up to 1/80,000?
How many fully stacked sensor bodies deliver 50mp of resolution?
67MP resolution FF bodies?
50-150 F2 lenses?
AFAIK only the GFX 100 II and Sony have 9.44M dot EVFs.
You know I love my 150-400 F4.5 Pro m4/3 lens but honestly that lens is the only reason I don't sell my OM-1 kit.
For tracking and subject recognition the A1 II is clearly better.
It's true that all the companies make great gear but objectively at least IMO Sony still has an edge on multiple fronts.
I think Nikon and Canon may offer a better bang for the buck but at least for a nerdy guy like me with GAS Sony has got some pretty compelling capabilities and options that keep me in the fold.
LBJ2 wrote
techsterman1955 wrote
I’m new to this. Why did you select Sony gear and not others.I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.
I'm inclined to agree that Sony still has an edge on several fronts.
How many other makers have a global shutter full frame body with a fully articulated screen with shutter speeds of up to 1/80,000?
How many fully stacked sensor bodies deliver 50mp of resolution?
67MP resolution FF bodies?
50-150 F2 lenses?
AFAIK only the GFX 100 II and Sony have 9.44M dot EVFs.
You know I love my 150-400 F4.5 Pro m4/3 lens but honestly that lens is the only reason I don't sell my OM-1 kit.
For tracking and subject recognition the A1 II is clearly better.
It's true that all the companies make great gear but objectively at least IMO Sony still has an edge on multiple fronts.
I think Nikon and Canon may offer a better bang for the buck but at least for a nerdy guy like me with GAS Sony has got some pretty compelling capabilities and options that keep me in the fold.
Jun 15, 2026 at 12:48 AM
p.3 #15Why Sony
liggy wrote:
Lot of very capable and highly desirable choices available in 2026.
I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.Are they, though? I have the feeling all brands nowadays offer some stuff that’s ahead or smarter than the others, while no brand is the most innovative by itself anymore. Don’t want to derail the thread and I opted against Sony, but I like facts and I’m not sure this statement is still a fact in 2026.I'm inclined to agree that Sony still has an edge on several fronts.
How many other makers have a global shutter full frame body with a fully articulated screen with shutter speeds of up to 1/80,000?
How many fully stacked sensor bodies deliver 50mp of resolution?
67MP resolution FF bodies?
50-150 F2 lenses?
AFAIK only the GFX 100 II and Sony have 9.44M dot EVFs.
You know I love my 150-400 F4.5 Pro m4/3 lens but honestly that lens is the only reason I don't sell my OM-1 kit.
For tracking and subject recognition the A1 II is clearly better.
It's true that all the...Show more →
I wonder how the new 100-400/4.5 GM will stack up against the 150-400 F4.5 Pro... The Sony variant is half the price
johnvanr wrote
LBJ2 wrote
techsterman1955 wrote
I’m new to this. Why did you select Sony gear and not others.I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.
How many other makers have a global shutter full frame body with a fully articulated screen with shutter speeds of up to 1/80,000?
How many fully stacked sensor bodies deliver 50mp of resolution?
67MP resolution FF bodies?
50-150 F2 lenses?
AFAIK only the GFX 100 II and Sony have 9.44M dot EVFs.
You know I love my 150-400 F4.5 Pro m4/3 lens but honestly that lens is the only reason I don't sell my OM-1 kit.
For tracking and subject recognition the A1 II is clearly better.
It's true that all the...Show more →
I wonder how the new 100-400/4.5 GM will stack up against the 150-400 F4.5 Pro... The Sony variant is half the price
Jun 15, 2026 at 01:12 AM
p.3 #16Why Sony
@ Question of the original poster: Why Sony?
The following aspects moved me:
1) Sony e-mount has the largest selection of manual focus Voigtländer Apo Lanthars offered for any brand (28-35-50-65-110).
2) In addition 21-35-40-50-75 can be had as manual focus Voigtländer lenses with an f-stop in the range of 1.0 to 1.4 wirh very exquisite drawing style.
3) Silent shutter with a readout speed of 1/200 to 1/250 to freeze motion when doing event photography was imprtant to me (at the time only Sony A1 could do this).
3) The nearly 10 MP viewfinders of A1 / A7RV did the rest, to move me into the Sony camp.
There thus really wasn‘t any alternative to Sony for me when I switched from Pentax 4 years ago. I think many of the arguments still hold true today.
Allowing eye-AF on all my Pentax autofocus lens via Monster adapter was an added bonus, since I really like the drawing style of many of my legacy Pentax lenses, especially the Limited lenses.
@ Sony proper lenses:
- Sony f1.4 lenses (24-35-50-85) are all very good (both 1.2 and 1.4 50mm lenses exceptional).
- If you are into event photography the 50-150/f2 is unmatched.
- The 100/f2.8 STF is an exceptional portrait lens just as the
- 100/2.8 is an unsurpased macro lens with 2x magnification (with TCs)
- Sony f2.8 zooms are with a margin all among the very lightest available in the market.
@ Sony AF:
- Just exceptionally good.
Most interesting Sigma lenses are ony available for e-mount (and L-mount):
- 28-45/1.8
- 135/1.4
- 200/2
- further f1.4 lenses: 14-15-20-24-35-40-50-85-(135)
These are all lenses Canon and Nikon lock out due to some sort of fear. I did not want to be subjected to such nonsense.
(Some may argue that due to the market share of RF- and Z-mount it is not worthwhile for Sigma to produce lenses with these mounts, whatever it is: choosing a different mount than Sony-e restricts my options).
The following aspects moved me:
1) Sony e-mount has the largest selection of manual focus Voigtländer Apo Lanthars offered for any brand (28-35-50-65-110).
2) In addition 21-35-40-50-75 can be had as manual focus Voigtländer lenses with an f-stop in the range of 1.0 to 1.4 wirh very exquisite drawing style.
3) Silent shutter with a readout speed of 1/200 to 1/250 to freeze motion when doing event photography was imprtant to me (at the time only Sony A1 could do this).
3) The nearly 10 MP viewfinders of A1 / A7RV did the rest, to move me into the Sony camp.
There thus really wasn‘t any alternative to Sony for me when I switched from Pentax 4 years ago. I think many of the arguments still hold true today.
Allowing eye-AF on all my Pentax autofocus lens via Monster adapter was an added bonus, since I really like the drawing style of many of my legacy Pentax lenses, especially the Limited lenses.
@ Sony proper lenses:
- Sony f1.4 lenses (24-35-50-85) are all very good (both 1.2 and 1.4 50mm lenses exceptional).
- If you are into event photography the 50-150/f2 is unmatched.
- The 100/f2.8 STF is an exceptional portrait lens just as the
- 100/2.8 is an unsurpased macro lens with 2x magnification (with TCs)
- Sony f2.8 zooms are with a margin all among the very lightest available in the market.
@ Sony AF:
- Just exceptionally good.
Most interesting Sigma lenses are ony available for e-mount (and L-mount):
- 28-45/1.8
- 135/1.4
- 200/2
- further f1.4 lenses: 14-15-20-24-35-40-50-85-(135)
These are all lenses Canon and Nikon lock out due to some sort of fear. I did not want to be subjected to such nonsense.
(Some may argue that due to the market share of RF- and Z-mount it is not worthwhile for Sigma to produce lenses with these mounts, whatever it is: choosing a different mount than Sony-e restricts my options).
Jun 15, 2026 at 04:00 AM
p.3 #17Why Sony
Makten wrote:
Sony was first with mirrorless (except for Leica of course) and I bought the a7 as soon as it was released, to get rid of the Nikon D700. This was only to get an as small and light camera as possible.
Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use Fuji GFX...Show more →
I think Sony was first with FF mirrorless, not with mirrorless.
Sony was first with mirrorless (except for Leica of course) and I bought the a7 as soon as it was released, to get rid of the Nikon D700. This was only to get an as small and light camera as possible.
Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use Fuji GFX...Show more →
I think Sony was first with FF mirrorless, not with mirrorless.
Jun 15, 2026 at 05:11 AM
p.3 #18Why Sony
liggy wrote:
Lot of very capable and highly desirable choices available in 2026.
I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.Are they, though? I have the feeling all brands nowadays offer some stuff that’s ahead or smarter than the others, while no brand is the most innovative by itself anymore. Don’t want to derail the thread and I opted against Sony, but I like facts and I’m not sure this statement is still a fact in 2026.I'm inclined to agree that Sony still has an edge on several fronts.
How many other makers have a global shutter full frame body with a fully articulated screen with shutter speeds of up to 1/80,000?
How many fully stacked sensor bodies deliver 50mp of resolution?
67MP resolution FF bodies?
50-150 F2 lenses?
AFAIK only the GFX 100 II and Sony have 9.44M dot EVFs.
You know I love my 150-400 F4.5 Pro m4/3 lens but honestly that lens is the only reason I don't sell my OM-1 kit.
For tracking and subject recognition the A1 II is clearly better.
It's true that all the...Show more →
Sure, but I don’t think the post I commented on was correct as it seem to state that Sony is leading on all fronts. I don’t think that’s true.
The next question is which of these innovations, or any of the other brands’ innovations, actually still matter for 99% of photography.
johnvanr wrote
LBJ2 wrote
techsterman1955 wrote
I’m new to this. Why did you select Sony gear and not others.I remain with Sony alpha because they remain at the top of their game continuing to lead the industry in key technologies and innovation across their cameras, sensors and lenses. Also, Sony offers and maintains a large variety of camera models at multiple price points and the largest offering of Emount lenses consisting of both system and 3rd Party of any other comparable system.
How many other makers have a global shutter full frame body with a fully articulated screen with shutter speeds of up to 1/80,000?
How many fully stacked sensor bodies deliver 50mp of resolution?
67MP resolution FF bodies?
50-150 F2 lenses?
AFAIK only the GFX 100 II and Sony have 9.44M dot EVFs.
You know I love my 150-400 F4.5 Pro m4/3 lens but honestly that lens is the only reason I don't sell my OM-1 kit.
For tracking and subject recognition the A1 II is clearly better.
It's true that all the...Show more →
Sure, but I don’t think the post I commented on was correct as it seem to state that Sony is leading on all fronts. I don’t think that’s true.
The next question is which of these innovations, or any of the other brands’ innovations, actually still matter for 99% of photography.
Jun 15, 2026 at 05:15 AM
p.3 #19Why Sony
johnvanr wrote:
Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use Fuji GFX which of course is much larger. However, that is a great reason for having an additional, smaller system. But I can't find one that appeals to me, so I keep using the old a7 II.
I wonder when/if someone is gonna understand that there are people that want small cameras with large sensors for photography. Not for video.I think Sony was first with FF mirrorless, not with mirrorless.
Yeah, that's what I meant.
I actually had an NEX-5n before the a7...
Makten wrote
Sony was first with mirrorless (except for Leica of course) and I bought the a7 as soon as it was released, to get rid of the Nikon D700. This was only to get an as small and light camera as possible.Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use Fuji GFX which of course is much larger. However, that is a great reason for having an additional, smaller system. But I can't find one that appeals to me, so I keep using the old a7 II.
I wonder when/if someone is gonna understand that there are people that want small cameras with large sensors for photography. Not for video.
Yeah, that's what I meant.
I actually had an NEX-5n before the a7... Jun 15, 2026 at 05:20 AM
p.3 #20Why Sony
Makten wrote:
Sony was first with (edit: FF) mirrorless (except for Leica of course) and I bought the a7 as soon as it was released, to get rid of the Nikon D700. This was only to get an as small and light camera as possible.
Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use...Show more →
I largely agree with you, but I've made my peace with it, since the A7cII gets so much else right, for me. Even the silly screen has its upsides, since I shoot about 80% in portrait orientation. (My favourite screen is still the type used in X-T3 / X-T5).
And I was also one of the first with the OG A7 (actually had it until last year) and would eagerly throw my money at Sony if they made a new model with the same (though refined) body and updated internals. Wouldn't even need IBIS, to keep it small.
So.. the reason back then was easy to see... Sony was the only option. The reason now is mainly lenses. I can seriously build any kind of kit I want, at wildly varying price points. Also, Voigtländer – so many to choose from.
Sony was first with (edit: FF) mirrorless (except for Leica of course) and I bought the a7 as soon as it was released, to get rid of the Nikon D700. This was only to get an as small and light camera as possible.
Then I upgraded to the a7 II only to get IBIS. And after that I haven't been able to upgrade because all newer Sony cameras have either been larger or they have the stupid "vlog" screen. And they also don't seem to remedy all the stupid problems of the UI that I hate.
But, nowadays I mostly use...Show more →
I largely agree with you, but I've made my peace with it, since the A7cII gets so much else right, for me. Even the silly screen has its upsides, since I shoot about 80% in portrait orientation. (My favourite screen is still the type used in X-T3 / X-T5).
And I was also one of the first with the OG A7 (actually had it until last year) and would eagerly throw my money at Sony if they made a new model with the same (though refined) body and updated internals. Wouldn't even need IBIS, to keep it small.
So.. the reason back then was easy to see... Sony was the only option. The reason now is mainly lenses. I can seriously build any kind of kit I want, at wildly varying price points. Also, Voigtländer – so many to choose from.
Jun 15, 2026 at 05:37 AM