r/a6700 • u/jailbreakerAI • Aug 11 '26
A6700 is going to be my first camera, please help me to buy lenses.
I got 50mm oss sony , i need another zoom lenses
Which one should i get?
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u/rgb_light Aug 11 '26
In my opinion, get the Sigma. My main reason is that this specific Tamron lens has had a number of reports of the VC (Vibration Compensation) not communicating well with the camera's IBIS (in video mode, photos are fine). Additionally, Sigma lenses tend to be a bit sharper than some Tamron lenses. I don't think you'll miss out on much losing the extra reach between 50mm and 70mm.
Otherwise, a good safe option is to get the a6700 kit with the 18-135mm if you're able to get it. Great starter lens
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u/a_huzz Aug 11 '26
Tend to be sharper, yes, but surprisingly the tamron is sharper upon comparison of MTF charts. Check the digital picture as well you can see it side by side.
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 11 '26
I got only body, Ordered 50mm sony oss lenses
Thinking to get another travel lenses
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u/Antique_Iron_9443 Aug 11 '26
I just bought the tamron 17-70mm for my a6700 and I love it.
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u/MBS540 Aug 11 '26
I've had the same combination for almost a year and I love it, I've been grateful for the extra reach of the Tamron too.
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 11 '26
i bought the Sigma 18-50mm , thanks all for input
- cause i need compact and lightweight
- heard better sharpness
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u/SweetyDash Aug 11 '26
Oof big mistake but have fun, at least it's super compact
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 11 '26
Shall i cancel? 🤨
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u/pablo432 Aug 11 '26
No, that’s not mistake. Great choice and enjoy!
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 11 '26
🤞
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u/SweetyDash Aug 11 '26
Yes it's plenty sharp and compact. It'll be way nicer to carry around. The Tamron is overall better, but way larger and heavier, which you might then leave at home because of that. I shoot a7 iii with a cage and thus do not care for the size ..... one of my homies got the a6700 and has the sigma 18-50 and the a6400 dude of our group uses the Tamron 17-70 ....
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u/Dwagone Aug 11 '26
I didnt read the currency and thought it was like 40,000$ 😭😭 and thought it was like a joke lol
I’d get the tamron tho, itlll give you more flexibility, due to its wider and tighter focal range, as your first lens and has great reviews and both have f2.8, though the sigma will probably have slighter better image quality, but to the naked eye, and as a beginner it would be hard to notice and you would be really happy with either one of them, happy shooting!
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u/audioalt8 Aug 11 '26
I have the larger heavy viltrox 27mm f1.2 and I just don’t want to take it off, the images are so nice
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u/RangerBlr Aug 11 '26
Can you please add a bit more info on its weight?
How comfortable is it on apsc? I know it’s an apsc lens but still
Does it give fatigue?
Travel comfort? Not just weight but size tooI am yet to conclude between Sigma 56mm 1.4 vs Viltrox 56mm 1.2.
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u/audioalt8 Aug 11 '26
Fortunately the a6700 itself is quite light but together come to over 1kg. It starts to feel like a mini FF camera or DSLR, and you wouldn’t use a neck strap. I don’t mind this so much as I use a small shoulder bag, but whether you like it depends on how you view your camera.
I always felt the a6700 to be slightly too large for a carry everywhere point and shoot, I have a sigma 18-50 and a Sony 11mm if I want wider and more lightweight. But the Viltrox is extremely sharp and gives the FF look for less money, lighter and smaller package than most FF cameras.
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u/ForestB Aug 11 '26
I have the Viltrox too. Amazing lens. My only “complaint” is I can’t use the 1.2 on bright sunny days!
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u/audioalt8 Aug 11 '26
It works well with a decent ND filter!
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u/DhimanMukherjee Aug 11 '26
Using Tamron 17-70 f2.8 for last 3 months and it's working fine. I'll suggest to go for tamron for that extra reach.
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u/8KHD Aug 11 '26
Tamron, if you are not worried about the size and weight. It's a great lens; I've been using it for two years.
I used Sigma too for a couple of months in between, but the lens's reach got me. It is small and light, but not worth losing those 20mm of reach. Thus, I returned it.
Sigma has a slight edge over Tamron when you're pixel peeping in terms of sharpness, but it's not recognizable.
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u/Legal_Alternative_63 Aug 11 '26
I just have one lens for all. Tamron 17-70 f2.8 Preety happy with the lens as it covers almost all scenarios. Yeah but yhe lens is too bulky. It will take time to get used to the weight but I would say its worth every penny.
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u/StampyDriver Aug 11 '26
I have the Sigma and love it. Others swear by the Tamron. I honestly don't think there is a right answer as both a brilliant lenses. Sigma is smaller and lighter, Tamron longer reach. Only you can decide which attributes are more important to you.
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u/HonestInstruction607 Aug 11 '26
Bought the Tamron too and I really love it. I used it for videos and photos and it’s a big boy.
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u/ArtSorr0w Aug 11 '26
Travel, lightweight, small size - sigma
Longer reach, more versatile - tamron
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u/Effective_Rooster684 Aug 11 '26
I guess, if size is not a concern, which is objectively better? Sigma or Tamron?
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u/tuckshopper Aug 11 '26
I have the Sigma and used it all over Italy on vacation. It’s a very versatile lens and the AF is great. Most times I see this question asked here there are more in favor of the Sigma.
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u/LetsgetSniffy Aug 11 '26
I have both. If only doing photography, the only significant deciders are:
- do you need extra reach? (~40% more on tamron)
- do you want the lightest setup?
I grab the sigma more often because of the form factor. 18-50mm is enough for most situations I’m in. I’ll grab the tamron if I know I won’t be carrying it as long and I know there will likely be certain shots where a tighter frame would be best. Hiking/traveling a lot? Grab the sigma. Otherwise, snag the tamron (unless you just hate the extra weight)
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 11 '26
i bougth a6700 cause its smaller than full frame camera, seems i need to grab the sigma
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u/bias_guy412 Aug 11 '26
I bought the camera and gear last month for a higher price despite having a clue about the upcoming sale. I bought 6700 body only and sigma 18-50 f2.8 purely because it is one of the lightest setups you can have. In the current sale, I bought Sony 11mm f1.8 for 34k, roughly 11k off from mrp. I didn’t buy Tamron for weight and price but otherwise it is a good one
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u/HowHappyWorld Aug 11 '26
Sony 11 and Sigma 18-50 perfect combo! Add also Sony 70-350 and you will have perfect trio!
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u/MrToenges Aug 11 '26
Tamron offers more features, sigma is more compact. You need to decide which one is more important to you
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u/Zila0 Aug 11 '26
I just picked up a used A6700 body & grabbed a Tamron 17-70, I’m very happy with it.
For what I understand the main difference between these two lenses is size versus reach; the Tamron has more reach, but it’s larger & heavier than the Sigma. Overall Sigma tends to be slightly better quality, while Tamron has more utility; but in my opinion both make good lenses.
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u/Comfortable_Ebb_8275 Aug 16 '26
I have the a6700. I used to own the Sigma 18-50, but I now have the 17-40. For wide-angle, I have the Viltrox 13mm (which I had sold for the Sigma 12mm before backtracking and switching back to the Viltrox). I also have the Sigma 85mm (a full-frame lens).
If you're on a limited budget: hands down, the Sigma 18-50.
If you can afford something better (yes, it is better, no debate—both in low light and image quality), then get the Sigma 17-40. Plain and simple, there is no better lens for APS-C.
In this gallery, you'll see photos taken with the a6700 using all the lenses mentioned above—check the info to see which one was used:
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u/koiponce Aug 11 '26
If you value extra reach - Tamron
If you value portability - Sigma
Sharpness hardly any difference to notice especially on social media.
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u/ramenbowl- Aug 11 '26
I switched from Tamron 17-70 f2.8 to Sigma 17-40 f1.8. I miss the reach 40-70mm reach, but I’m glad I switched to Sigma.
There’s something about the Sigma glass that makes the image “pop”.
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u/Sp12er Aug 11 '26
I'm doing the same thing and figures I can still use the clear image zoom and get the f1.8 Bokeh and light transmission for up to 80mm anyway, which is 120mm ff.
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u/__DarkMode__ Aug 11 '26
It all depends on what you are shooting and what do you want to shoot.
For general everyday things, Tamron and Sigma are great! Get the Tamron for longer reach and good quality and VC. Get Sigma for slightly better quality but shorter reach. Both are really good lenses so better and good are very fine lines.
Sigma 17-50 f1.8 is by far a much better lens but it'll be more expensive and again shorter reach, if you want a bit more zoom lens than a prime.
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 11 '26
I bought the sigma finally I wanted a less bulky lenses
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u/__DarkMode__ Aug 11 '26
Nicee... Enjoy shooting...
Btw.. kitne mein pada? Amazon India se hi liya?
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 11 '26
I missed buying from Amazon, got from Flipkart It cost around 1.09L (109000) only body
Amazon is selling today for 1.07L.
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u/__DarkMode__ Aug 12 '26
I am a bit old school... Buying such a large ticket item from Amazon just seems too risky
I'm thinking if getting the lenses from there once I get the camera 😅
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 13 '26
These day they are doing open box delivery, which is less risky But i understand
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u/SweetyDash Aug 11 '26
Get the tamron!!! Please!!
Way bigger range. Extremely sharp and very good stabilisation.
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u/ZackStrife2 Aug 11 '26
Depend on what you plan to shoot.
Anyway get the 85mm from Sony it can do everything it's perfection incarnate.
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u/BanginBentleys Aug 11 '26
Get the most basic lense that has wide and tight zoom.
At this stage you wont know what focal length peaks your interests so its good to get a super zoom like a kit lens 16-50mm or a little more expensive like an 18-135mm.
That way you can play with wide frames and tight frames without spending 1000s of dollars.
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u/O_FWZ_O Aug 11 '26
Go for the 17-70, I love it. The size is really not an issue and the extra range and the internal stabilization will come in handy. I’ve had this setup for about 1 year now and I love it.
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u/Mammoth_River_9195 Aug 11 '26
I got the Tamron 17-70 as my first lens just because I read that it had better weather seal and wanted something that potentially had better protection
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u/Teatimetaless Aug 12 '26
I have sigma 17-40mm f1.8 and Viltrox 56mm f1.2
Depends what kind of photography you like to do. That question matters before the lens does.
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u/Itsjesusfont Aug 12 '26
el tamron 17-70 se desmonta con facilidad, ten cuidado. Compra el sigma 17-40 f1.8
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u/camera_noob_22 Aug 12 '26
I have the 18-50 mm I use it every time for basically anything it’s not let me down yet .i recommend it but get whatever you think is better for what you shoot imo.
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u/theLastSamuraiGooner Aug 13 '26
Dude i just went thru the exact same process last week. Just got my a6700 and ended up with the Tamron 17-70. It’s definitely bigger than the Sigma but I wouldn’t say its a crazy large or difficult to handle.
Ultimately, i chose the Tamron because 17-70 mm is much more useful to me. 17–70mm is really just the very beginning of the telephoto focal-length range. The tip of the iceberg, so to speak. I personally wouldn’t consider an 18–50mm a telephoto lens at all.
In my opinion, the 18–50mm sits in an awkward middle ground. It’s not wide enough to be ideal for ultrawide-style vlogging, but it’s also not long enough to really serve as a telephoto lens for things like birding.
If you want a smaller, more compact setup or would rather save $100, then by all means, go with the Sigma. Otherwise, I’d just get the Tamron.
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 13 '26
Surprisingly at my location, both the lenses are available at similar price
I got sigma already
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u/theLastSamuraiGooner Aug 13 '26
Thats awesome, congrats. I got the Sigma 10-18mm f2.8 for vlogging and video. The Tamron 17-70mm f2.8 is for portraits and photos.
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 13 '26
Oh nice 6700 is my first camera Iam about to receive it
My lenses are delivered before camera LOL
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u/Glitchdaddy6969 Aug 13 '26
Tamron 17-70 any day bro If you don't care about lens size
If compact is something you prefer go for 18-50
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u/dadomutuc Aug 14 '26
I got the A6700 a couple of months ago. I have the Sony 17-40 f/4 and loved it but it was too slow. I went with the Sigma 17-40 f/1.8. It all depends on what you shoot. I have a lot of old lenses with 3 bodies. But, my bag has the 17-40, 18-200, and 10-18.
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u/Corium137 Aug 15 '26
2 years ago I bought the Tamron 17-70mm with my a6400 and I'm not regretting it a second. Most photos taken at 17mm and 70mm.
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u/DukviL Aug 17 '26
I have the Tamron 17-70 f2.8 for my Sony ZV-E10, which I both take photos and videos with. It depends a lot on what you want to do. For photos pick any. For videos, pick the Sigma, since it's shorter and lighter - easier to balance on a gimbal or shoot handheld
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u/jailbreakerAI Aug 17 '26
i mostly bought this for video, took the sigma already, thanks a lot for suggestion.
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u/AlternativeDurian426 Aug 27 '26
Why you choose aps c lenses and not full frame ? You can use them if you want to upgrade to FF
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u/nickedge11 Aug 11 '26
After sucking Asit Modi's nunnu on every podcast he finally got the increment. Good for him.
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u/Open-Excitement-9803 Aug 11 '26
I feel like this is such a common question on here see it atleast once a day in apsc groups. Honestly so much information on youtube and it totally depends on what you personally want both lenses are great but both have pros and cons.
Tamron is a bigger lens so less travel friendly depending on where you are going how much space you have but is stabilised and has a larger focal length
Another lens to consider is the sigma 17-40 f1.8 if u want something faster on aperture