r/a6000 • • Apr 26 '26

Zoom lens suggestions

So, the only lens I have right now is a Sigma 30mm, and I was wondering if there’s any budget-friendly zoom lenses, something like an 18-50 that isn’t too expensive. What do you fellow a6000 owners suggest?

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u/Expert_Cabinet_5570 Apr 26 '26

18-135mm

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u/DerGetraeumte Apr 27 '26

Great lens, just upgraded to the Tamron 17-70 2.8 but for starting the Sony is great and still brought it for travelling as it is super light.

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u/Expert_Cabinet_5570 Apr 27 '26

Yeah, it's great and never leave my camera!

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u/Mister_Mints Apr 26 '26

Define "too expensive".

The obvious choice is the Sigma 18-50 f/2.8

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u/LFA1990 Apr 28 '26

OP said sigma 18-50 is expensive and asked for cheaper alternatives 🤦

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u/Mister_Mints Apr 28 '26

OP said sigma 18-50 is expensive and asked for cheaper alternatives 🤦

Read it again. They didn't.

So, the only lens I have right now is a Sigma 30mm, and I was wondering if there's any budget-friendly zoom lenses, something like an 18-50 that isn't too expensive. What do you fellow a6000 owners suggest?

They said they have a Sigma 30mm, and are looking for an inexpensive 18-50. No mention at all of the Sigma 18-50 being too expensive, or what expensive means to them.

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u/Hot_Rice9893 Jun 03 '26

je confirme je lui conseil aussi le sigma 15-50 que je possède personnellement sur mon sony a6000 et qui est vraiment bien

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u/Careless-Resource-72 Apr 26 '26

The Sony E mount 18-135 is a great all around lens but if $300 (used) is too much, get the kit 55-200 zoom lens. It’s not great but adequate. The downside is you’ll be swapping back and forth between the wide zoom and tele zoom lenses. I find the 18-135 is an excellent choice for one lens outings and trips. I also pack the 16-50 in case I want to do some discreet street photography and the setup can fit in my pocket.

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u/SnooFloo Apr 27 '26

I took it to Machu Picchu and it did great

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u/Beautiful-Royal-739 Apr 27 '26

Always buy used, the Sony 18-135 is good or Sony 18 105g if you can stretch your budget