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Review, Sigma, Sony E-mount

Review: Sigma 20-200mm 3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary – Better than you think

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Introduction You haven’t seen (m)any reviews of superzoom lenses on this blog so far, because traditionally many of those ~10x zoom lenses were either lacking in terms of optical performance (e.g. Sony FE 24-240mm 3.5-5.6 OSS) and/or I personally didn’t find the focal length range particularly useful, often starting at 28mm (e.g. Tamron 28-200mm 2.8-5.6 … Continue reading Review: Sigma 20-200mm 3.5-6.3 DG Contemporary – Better than you think →

lenses, Nikon Z, Review, Takumar/Pentax

REVIEW: Super-Multi-Coated TAKUMAR 28mm f/3.5

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Introduction Today I’m looking at another vintage lens: the Super Multi Coated Takumar 28mm f/3.5, made by Asahi Optical Co. before the company became Pentax. Over the years, this lens has earned a legendary reputation among vintage wide-angle lenses, praised for its sharpness and coatings that were considered exceptional for their time. Naturally, I wanted … Continue reading REVIEW: Super-Multi-Coated TAKUMAR 28mm f/3.5 →

Guides, lenses, Sony Alpha 7

Guide to the best 50mm Lenses for full frame Sony E-mount cameras: A7/A9/A1

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The 50mm lens is what used to be called a “standard” lens, though perhaps a very slightly shorter focal length gives the absolutely most natural perspective. For some of us here at Phillipreeve.net it’s a length we adore, and have more 50s than any other focal length. Others of us are less keen, finding it … Continue reading Guide to the best 50mm Lenses for full frame Sony E-mount cameras: A7/A9/A1 →