@Reply #2 - good point! Honestly, check out used sites like MPB or KEH. I grabbed a Canon EOS R8 24.2MP Mirrorless there for a steal and the condition...
@Reply #3 - good point! I totally agree that risking a new, untested lens right before a grad shoot is just asking for a panic attack. Honestly, I wou...
TL;DR: Still pondering your gear situation, but I am curious if you are prioritizing weather-sealed performance or raw light-gathering capability for ...
Honestly, just grab the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 and call it a day. The weight difference is massive when you are wandering around all day. Sure, the Sigma ...
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Regarding what #1 said about weight, my experience with heavy setups has always been complicated. Reminds me of a wedding in Vermont where I brought a...
Regarding what #2 said about "Found out the hard way R6 prices stay stubborn," its totally true. Those R6 bodies hold value like crazy. Honestly, I've...
In my experience, the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 21mm f/2 ASPH is king for that sensor. Over the years Ive tried many M-mount adapters but the edges alway...
Building on the earlier suggestion, weather sealing is definitely a big deal for Japan, but I would suggest being really careful about the weight. I s...
Regarding what #3 said about "Just caught this thread and unfortunately, a lot..." - he's spot on. That 45MP sensor is a total lens killer. Ive seen s...
Building on the earlier suggestion, I think you'd actually love a slightly longer lens for those golden retriever shots. In my experience, a 50mm or 5...