AlphaPhotography
Senior Member
Anyone that has used both the SLT A-mount cameras (A77II, A99) and the Sony E-mount cameras (A7II, A7RII) etc. Can you describe your experience? Specifically with regards to the EVF. Is the only difference the 1/3 stop loss of light due to the SLT mirror? It appears the new A99II will encompass the same fast refresh rate as the A6300. Will it combine the best of both worlds between the A6300 (AF/Refresh) and the A7RII? (Resolution, IBIS).
I've recently become more interested in fast action, long lenses, etc where the A7RII still appears to struggle in some instances, especially when trying to track with something like an adapted 150mm-600mm. I've also heard the handling can be subpar with lenses like the new 24-70mm GM where the larger grip of the A99II would benefit.
On the other hand, I am disappointed to see that the new Sigma 85mm f1.4 will not be available in either A-mount or E-mount. Given Sigma's track record I expect this lens to rival or exceed the GM for IQ and would definitely like the option to use it in the future, even if adapted. E-mount still looks like the better choice for "future proofing" since the Canon version should work well with MC-11.
I've recently become more interested in fast action, long lenses, etc where the A7RII still appears to struggle in some instances, especially when trying to track with something like an adapted 150mm-600mm. I've also heard the handling can be subpar with lenses like the new 24-70mm GM where the larger grip of the A99II would benefit.
On the other hand, I am disappointed to see that the new Sigma 85mm f1.4 will not be available in either A-mount or E-mount. Given Sigma's track record I expect this lens to rival or exceed the GM for IQ and would definitely like the option to use it in the future, even if adapted. E-mount still looks like the better choice for "future proofing" since the Canon version should work well with MC-11.
