MonkeyClaw

So I got my first full-frame camera, an a7iii, a couple of months ago. Sold the kit lens right away and bought a Sigma 24-70 2.8 Art. Seems okay but I have not taken a single shot that has made me ...

Thanks for all the feedback guys. I bought some extension tubes and the images are pretty good. However, the fit isn't perfect and I am worried the movement could eventually damage either the body ...

Thanks Norm. Is that similar to an extension tube?

Hello I am after a macro lens to take photos of micro herbs for work. I would prefer to not spend too much as it will get limited use. I saw on ebay someone selling a Canon macro lens with with ...

Any idea why this one is so cheap? Sure, National Geographic branding is a bit naff bit a carbon tripod for under £90! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0825BLJ9L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_BuK6FbQDP4SV3

Thanks for the detailed reply. I am not worried about it being light. In fact, I feel something a bit heavier might offer more stability. So carbon fibre is not something I am bothered about. I can ...

So I got my a7iii and I have a Sigma 24-70 2.8 Art lens on the way. This is going to be pretty front heavy. I have a had a lightweight Manfrotto travel tripod for years but am concerned this isn't ...

Just saw Amazon in the UK have the Sony 50mm 1.8 for £165! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01DLMD5O6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_4r41FbZNN1QKT That's an essential purchase, bang for buck isn't it?

Thanks! I can't wait to start shooting!

Thanks. I have ordered it with the kit lens. As you say it means I can go out and start using it right away while I save up for my first big boy lens. :-)

I am not sure if it is a big deal to me - that's what I have been trying to figure out. It's moot now anyway as I have ordered the a7iii

To be honest it's not something I would base a buying decision on because I might never actually do it. However, it's definitely in the "nice to have" box. Ideally I can't buy a new camera system ...

Thanks for this reply. I am an amateur astronomer so the Sony will probably give me an advantage if I ever want to get into wide field astrophotography photography at some point.

Thanks. Weight is not an issue as I will never be carrying loads of kit. Just a camera, a couple of lenses and possibly a tripod. I think the A7iii is probably the sensible choice. Only negative is ...

Okay, so this is my last question before I finally order either the X-T4 or the a7iii... The Fuji ticks pretty much every box and I am only still considering the Sony because it is FF for the same ...

Am I right in thinking the XC lenses are older and don't have AF?

I will be shooting products for work and also photos of people working on our subterranean farm (i kid you not!). I will also need to film general mood stuff of the farm in action, as well as ...

I would LOVE the 24-105 but I can't afford to buy that and the body right away. It would definitely be my next major purchase (if I opt for the Sony).

I am still undecided tbh. It is stressing me out! The price of FF glass is a factor to consider but the Fujifilm lenses are really pretty expensive too. Is there really much difference in that ...

Thanks for the replies. I can't really justify buying a "proper" lens yet, so maybe I can get the kit lens just to start using the camera right away.