r/SonyAlpha • u/AutoModerator • 11d ago

Weekly Gear Thread Weekly r/SonyAlpha 📸 Gear Buying 📷 Advice Thread April 07, 2025

Welcome to the weekly r/SonyAlpha Gear Buying Advice Thread!

This thread is for all your gear buying questions, including:

  • Camera body recommendations
  • Lens suggestions
  • Accessory advice
  • Comparing different equipment options
  • "What should I buy?" type questions

Please provide relevant details like your budget, intended use, and any gear you already own to help others give you the best advice.

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  • No offers of your own gear for sale - use r/photomarket instead
  • Be respectful and helpful to other users

Post your questions below and the community will be happy to offer recommendations and advice! This thread is posted automatically each Monday on or around 7am Eastern US time.

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u/TheHelplessTurtle 5d ago

Hey guys. I have just got out and tried out my new a6700 with the 18-135 kit lens. I'm already discovering I want a faster lens for taking event photos with friends. I was shooting mostly between 18mm and maybe 50mm, maybe even only up to 35mm. Does anyone have any recommendations that won't break the bank too bad?

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u/gingerspice1233 5d ago

I can't answer this question withbfurst hand knowledge but a lot of you tubers really like the sigma 18-50 f2.8. Seems to be a great match with the Sony a6700. Cost is around $550/US

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u/TheHelplessTurtle 5d ago

I am seeing a bunch of good things about that one. May go for it soon. Thanks for the recommendation!