Jason E.

I had the same opinion, so I'm impressed as well. Honestly, I wasn't able to ever get as consistent results with my Canon 40D w/ 17-40mm f/4L lens (I shot this setup for the last 3+ years).I really...

I agree, and I noticed this as well. I confess that I don't have a ready explanation, but I really haven't tested the lens for sharpness (etc.) at 50mm in general. My only other explanation is that...

Here is an update with 2 series of my 8yr old running toward the camera. Settings are: 16-50mm PZ @ 50mm, f/5.6, ISO 3200, continous AF, center AF point, speed priority.  They are straight OOC...

Thanks for the reminder, I had forgotten about the 50/1.8 not having a firmware upgrade (maybe ever).  The coming 35 f/1.8 looks to be a much better choice for my photographic style/subjects anyway.

I'm tempted to rent one, but can't justify pulling the trigger unless I have a dual purpose/event :-).  Actually, I think a fast prime (i.e., 50mm f/1.8) would approximate the DOF test for fast...

From my nex-6 manual: "When the aperture value is greater than F6.3, Phase Detection AF is unavailable. You can only use Contrast AF.  Phase Detection AF is available only with compatible lenses....

I tried to point out some methodological flaws myself, because I was worried I'd embarrass myself on the forum :-)There is just so much photographic talent that posts on dpreview!

Very legitimate point, I really wish I had a telephoto AF lens.  I'll try to test this outside tomorrow at 50mm.

I totally agree that a longer focal length would be best. Unfortunately, the only native e-mount lens I have is the kit PZ -- so I guess I could try the 50mm end.  It's raining here today, perhaps...

I'm pleasantly surprised and happy with the results.  Additionally, the low ISO images I'm getting with legacy glass have reassured me that I made the right decision to invest in the Nex system.

Sorry for the typos -- it seems dpreview won't let me edit . . .

I recieved my Nex-6 w/ 16-50 kit lens yesterday, so I put it through some initial paces. One recurring theme that keeps coming up on dpreview forums is how well the Nex-6 PDAF perform with movement...

I agree, there is no clear winner. However, Sony does seem to have made some significant in-roads into market...

I noticed that as well. It seems as though some of these previews are a bit lazy ... with cut and paste modifications from earlier Nex-5r previews/press releases? At this point, it is...

Here are a couple of less common hands-on reviews that I have not seen referenced in the forum. There aren't a lot of new details divulged, but a couple of fresh opinions on some of the features...