Raintitan

I shoot Sony's for my larger cameras, but I also have the LX100 (Leica shelled) and a Ricoh GR. The LX100 is a great all arounder, but when I need something even smaller the Ricoh GR is front ...

I had the LX7, and I currently have the LX100 (Leica version).

The LX7 is a real gem, and over time it is proving to have been a really special one as long as the lighting isn't too dim.

The LX100 is fantastic in auto mode. I shoot manual with every other camera I have except this one. It just does better in nearly all conditions unless the lighting is very low.

I think they positioned it well for their market and likely matched it to the A6300.

In North America, soccer mom's would likely pick this one all day long over a Sony model. (BTW I shoot Sony).

I can't understand why. I am a Sony user, but I am thrilled to see this entry. Competition leads to better pricing and faster product advancements.

I wonder what price this might have been if the...

I have the grey Leica "shelled" LX100 and the pricing seems to be steady around 80% of original value. It's the only reason I but that variant, because make no mistake...it is an LX100 in costume. ...

I didn't read through everyone's responses. But I offer this advice: If you aren't in "Auto" mode, start there. I shoot manual with all of my cameras, all the time. Except with this one. I find ...

Something is wrong. Mine has never produced an image like that with settings and environment shown.

I am curious as well. I never really got a handle around it and bought the 16-35mm to go with the 28mm but it is pretty heavy.

It is wonderful that nearly everyone has a good-enough camera in their pocket so that so many people can learn, enjoy and experience photography.

I don't understand why so many are being critical.

I find the image quality to be superb for both the A6000 and the A7ii, but the focus is terrible. Which isn't an issue with landscape photos.

With the flange removed, are you shooting full frame or in crop mode? Interesting. I have the 30mm with the A6000 and A7ii.

I agree with your thoughts. After the FE 50mm 1.8 I don't ever want a lens with such clumsy focus. At least this one is macro themed so slow or noisy focus might be more acceptable.

I see this as an awesome upgrade to the 30mm macro which is a bit short on APS-C. For my A7ii, it might be a decent walk-around but falls short on length for Macro. Basically, I think APS-C is ...

APS-C cameras are not dead. APS-C size lenses are.

This lens would be arguably be better on the A6000 than the A7 series for Macro.

The A6000 and A6300 are better all around on focus speed.

I'm glad you wrote this. I've only known photographers online since I'm new to the hobby and it gives me hope.

I agree.  The sharpness of the GR is stunning.  It is the clear winner between the 28mm equivalent Sigma lens (19mm) on APS-C and the 28mm full frame primes on my Sony cameras.  It beats the Zeiss ...

If you are willing to work in higher ISOs the GR does surprisingly well in low light. I have an Album of just low light GR shots here, which includes NYC at night: ...

It isn't for the people that need the zero removed to get excited.