Category: Peppy’s Blog

A favorite for wildlife photography.  I have gotten some great butterfly shots with this lens on my Sony A7R cameras.

Quoting the Tamron description:

“The 50-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Model A067) is an unprecedented, nextlevel ultra-telephoto zoom lens with added versatility that starts at 50mm and delivers an 8x zoom ratio. With its wide 50mm starting focal length, full-body shots of subjects like wildlife can be captured in the surrounding environment. The generous and effective use of special lens elements, including XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion), LD (Low Dispersion) and Hybrid Aspherical lens elements, effectively delivers uncompromising high image quality throughout the entire 50-400mm zoom range. Along with its superb performance, the lens is just 183.4mm (7.2 in) long and weighs only 1,155g (40.7 oz). Offering about the same light weight and compact size as a conventional 100-400mm zoom, it’s easy to pack and comfortable to carry all day. Clearly, the TAMRON 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 is a brand-new kind of ultra-telephoto zoom lens that combines a 50mm standard focal length, outstanding image quality and highly nimble mobility—plus the sheer power of a 400mm telephoto! This one lens captures a lively world with all the clarity you desire and can transport you to exhilarating new photographic experiences.”

I certainly concur! In addition to wildlife photography I enjoy sniping with this lens, catching people from a distance when they are unaware that I am photographing them. Plus the wide end is great for landscape and street shots.

Here are some links to reviews by professionals:

Dustin Abbott

Fstoppers

Cameralabs

The Phoblographer

… and here are some sample images from my studio. Click on an image to see a full-screen photopost and image details

The Sony DSC-RX10 III is a bridge camera with a 24-600mm equivalent f2.4-4 lens and 20MP 1″-type stacked CMOS sensor. That sensor and the BIONZ X image processor offer great dynamic range and high ISO performance as well as 4K video and a range of high-speed video capture modes. — from DP Review.

I have used this camera alot, for wildlife photography and when traveling light. The wide-angle 24mm to telephoto 600mm zoom provides great flexibility, and the relatively large maximum aperture at both ends of the range is most helpful.

Here are some more professional reviews (use browser back button to return here).

Ken Rockwell

Imaging Resource

Digital Camera World

link to photoposts for photos using this camera

…and here are some sample images, Click on an image to enlarge it

Small, compact, very sharp (Dyxum 4.98 out of 5; 4.92 out of 5.0 overall), versatile lens. I have used it for landscapes, street, and social and civic events.  The large max aperture makes it perform well in lower light situations.

Sony says:

This standard prime lens with a 55 mm focal length and large F1.8 maximum aperture offers stunning ZEISS^® Sonnar^® contrast and resolution for full-frame E-mount bodies. It can also create gorgeous background bokeh to set off your subject when needed. The big, bright maximum aperture means you can shoot handheld in low-light conditions while still getting outstanding sharpness and clarity.

Links to professional reviews:

Dustin Abbott

Fstoppers

SonyAlphaLab

Below see sample images produced using this lens. Click on an image to see a full-screen photopost with details.

This is the very first e-mount lens in my collection. It remains one of my favorites. And for good reason. It is quite sharp (Dyxum 4.98/5.00) and it is solidly built. It almost always goes with me when I am out with a camera bag.

Click here to see photoposts with images produced with this lens in reverse chronological worder.

The sample images below were produced using this lens.  Click on an image to see a full-screen photopost that includes details about the image.