I bought this lens with my sony 5R since 2013, and I took a lot of great shots with it, the quality is reliable, I can use it at night and still get sharp photos (with tripod). After I change to A7iii, I sold almost all my APSC lens, but this one still here. I like so much, you can’t ask for more with this price and weight
@reg171reg
5 жыл бұрын
In my experience it doesn’t work very well after rolling off the kitchen table.
@MichaelMa
4 жыл бұрын
The glass shatters on the inside and won't keep your coffee hot anymore.
@maxmustermann84
Ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@karlrichards
5 жыл бұрын
I use this lense all the time for landscape photography, it's small size and light weight is perfect for an hiking trip while taking photos. I must say that I don't use this lense wide open.
@oatmealch
4 жыл бұрын
Alhough I also have one, the quality of photos is not as good as yours. Now I figured out what was wrong: the photographer.
@LindonSlaght
4 ай бұрын
too relatable. I'm still on the kit lens but sometimes I wonder what I'm doing wrong. Not the lenses fault it's my fault :D
@matrigs
5 жыл бұрын
I kind of don't understand the hate in the comments about this lens. The image quality is average, but on par with similar aps-c budget zooms like the Canon EF-M 55-200 and the Fuji 50-230. Build quality is far better than both those lenses. In the segment it represents it's a pretty decent choice.
@melfarus
5 жыл бұрын
indeed. The price is on par with 16-50mm, which is abhorrently soft
@FuckYouTubeForHandles
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry, but Canon EF-M 55-200 is noticeably sharper and consistent in all zoom range. Fuji 50-230 in right hands also provides sharper and more contrasty images. This Sony lens is not only soft - it's also of low contract. Images are soft, noisy and low contract and immeditaly show that they have been taken with poor quality budget lens (not all budget lenses are so poor, but this one definitely is).
@m4rcin847
4 жыл бұрын
@@FuckKZitemForHandles Its great for its price, made for amateurs and they didnt see the difference between any of those lenses. You are acting like F1 driver reviewing Prius for an old lady.
@gleannmhuire
7 ай бұрын
F1 drivers never do that.
@ArronPrescott
5 жыл бұрын
I think you've hit the nail on the head with this review, it's price (especially 2nd hand ) makes it a decent option for a telephoto. I've been using it for around 8 months, and if you know it's strengths its a fun lens.
@huLevihu
3 жыл бұрын
1:22 what a compositon and sharp image!
@HagaishiSama
Жыл бұрын
One of my first telephone lens and I love it! I wanted to point out that I think out of all camera reviewers on KZitem you're one of the best. Because not only do you give us a comprehensive review on the lens or camera that you're showing. But you always shows us what's the sharpest point of each lens and I really appreciate that.
@slammermx
5 жыл бұрын
I thought it was a coffee thermo at first glance.
@Sergei_Gurevich
4 жыл бұрын
👍🏼😂
@tysonator5433
5 жыл бұрын
I own this lens and though it is slow lens it is light, easy to use and sharp. Good value for money
@TheEnergizedcinema
4 жыл бұрын
do you think so? i own it as well but pictures are never ever perfectly sharp
@geopapa80
5 жыл бұрын
The results are better than most would expect
@XDario91
5 жыл бұрын
Love this lens. I got a lot of cool shots while traveling with my a6500. Not the sharpest but definitely the best buddy to the kit lens.
@squirreldemon3506
5 жыл бұрын
Its a great lens that goes well with the 16-50mm kit lens and a6000 series for budget hobbyists who want to travel very light.
@totothebeast7819
2 жыл бұрын
Its actually kinda basicly realistically the sony a6000 kit lens
@catfish457
5 жыл бұрын
Shot birds at a bird park with this lens. Most photos turned out pretty decent. Compared to the new g apsc telephoto lens which is more expensive, I think a hobbyists would be contented with such the inexpensive yet workable 55210 lens.
@kristiyandimitrov5519
5 жыл бұрын
AF speed and tracking is a game for two. It depends on the camera too. I've shot air show and drift racing event with this lens and a6000 in AF-C and I had no issues whatsoever. Just for try I tested it on A7III and it gets even better. I'm not saying it's the fastest and most accurate AF ever, of course it's not, but I have never observed issues like these in the video. It's pretty decent IMO and definitely beats my FE 50 1.8 which is notorious for bad AF.
@jhirse3547
2 жыл бұрын
The perfect lens for the starter & occasional telephoto shooter! I had this with me in New Zealand five years ago, and the only thing I would like to change about it would be my knowledge on how to set up the camera (a5000) the best way... Many people buy it in a bundle, but never use it. Then they blame it on the lens & sell it for cheap. Their loss, our win, I'd say. Because of GAS I swapped it with the Sony 70-350 G, which I use as infrequently as my former 55-210mm. I miss the size advantage of the 55-210mm as often as I enjoy the better quality of the 70-350mm, let that sink in for a moment.
@revenger681
2 ай бұрын
My first lense! ❤️ I had just bought my camera and wanted a starter lense, this fit the bill. I enjoy it for the value it offers and a decent range.
@bbsbbsbbs100
5 жыл бұрын
Since I saw your video for the first time in 2015... In my opinion, You are the best lens reviewer ever... Well Done Christ 👍👍
@christopherfrost
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@marc_likes_marketing
4 ай бұрын
i got this lens for like $100. for static images on the beach, it's quite good. actually, one of my favorite pics ever was taken with this and an a6100. i ended up moving to the a7iii and a sigma 70-200 2.8, but this is fine for vacations.
@AndrewPriceEsq
5 жыл бұрын
I know this lens isn't the best but I've still had fun with it. Especially if you get the "gray market" version, it's pretty affordable.
@stang8913
5 жыл бұрын
Its fun having this lens with me on my trips too
@rkgaustin9043
5 жыл бұрын
Sony needs to update this and their 50mm.
@user-nb2bf7hi7f
Жыл бұрын
I bought this lens yesterday (used). I enjoyed your video, and I'm a bit disappointed about the lens not being any good to photograph the Red Kites in my area. Wish I had seen your video before purchasing this lens. I hope you enjoyed the Elan Valley. I am one of the lucky ones and live 1 mile away from the dams.
@adokapo
2 жыл бұрын
I use this lens on a6300 but it came with my a5100. I agree that focus could be faster in photo but it works perfectly in video. I use this lens to shoot concerts and it works like charm. I use 4x digital zoom to get more reach and even there pushed to 1240 millimeters IQ looks perfect. It is nice and compact and fits in my jacket or deeper pants pocket with a6300 mounted on. This lens is amazing value for money and it punches 5 steps above it's weigh. Just buy it you'll not regret. I seen them go for 70$ now whitch is crazy. If i had just one lens to pick for Sony apsc that would be this lens. I have 4 of them. 😂
@jrc1156
5 жыл бұрын
if only sony can make a lens like the canon 55-250.that lens is razor sharp
@trym2121
5 жыл бұрын
They do make sharp lens but for FF. Hahaha. Tamron is making 70-180 2.8 for FE. That should be a keeper
@themareo2771
5 жыл бұрын
Great review as always! I have the silver 18-200 lens, works pretty much like the 55-210, both of them are great lenses for beginners, specially the 18-200
@jvmedia5260
5 жыл бұрын
I used both. I could insist the 18 200 is way better optically (especially the 1st version)
@alonzofarmer4997
4 жыл бұрын
It's a good lens to keep in your bag just for a little reach sometimes if you know how to use it and don't expect art lens quality!!
@Shadow81989
5 жыл бұрын
I guess you get what you pay for, right? For roundabout $150 "as new" it's a great lens, and even the official new price is still just about acceptable, when taking build quality into account. Obviously it's not comparable with a $1000 prime lens, regarding image quality, but it really seems good enough for what it is!
@kornkernel2232
5 жыл бұрын
I have this lens not long ago and its pretty decent for a cheap price. I'm glad that you review this and now I have far better understanding now what this lens is capable of. Will try to stop down with those apertures to get sharper results.
@JaivishalOman
4 жыл бұрын
I have this lens and it's incredibly sharp on Sony a6000
@DaniellyToledo
2 ай бұрын
Can you take nice portraits?
@RobboElRobbo
5 жыл бұрын
i bought this lens for like $100 a couple years ago and it's pretty surprising how usable it is
@MaxwellStarr
5 жыл бұрын
I used to have one of these but was never happy with the optical performance at the long end, and eventually sold it after I got my 70-200/4G. To be honest though I think I just had a bad copy, these are cheap enough to be bought again on a whim, maybe I can get a new one as sharp as yours. Solid review as usual.
@jayphilipwilliams
5 жыл бұрын
What are the first few words you said during this and your last videos?
@tomnicholas8264
5 жыл бұрын
"Shwmae pawb" - "Hello everyone" in Welsh.
@jayphilipwilliams
5 жыл бұрын
@@tomnicholas8264 Cool! Thanks!
@MatthewHartmann
4 жыл бұрын
Great review! thank you. The part where tried to capture birds in flight was very helpful.
@sibangjack
5 жыл бұрын
I bought this lens a year ago for my a6000 because I need a cheap telephoto reach and this is the only one and the cheapest native E mount telephoto lens for Sony crop bodies. As you describe in the video, sharpness isn't as sharp as the more expensive FE 70-200mm G or GM especially in the corner. Dark aperture of f/4.5-6.3 limits for using this lens at night, low-light, or indoor sports arena. Continuous autofocus with this lens also not really that great for sports, it's okay, it's enough, but not great. Sometimes I also found ghosting in my pictures when photographing outdoor sports like soccer or marathon.
@stang8913
4 жыл бұрын
I love this lens for the tele purpose especially taking pictures of animals.
@MichaelMa
4 жыл бұрын
I heard of making coffee thermoses look like lenses but Sony did it the other way around.
@SunnySoCal
5 жыл бұрын
I only clicked to hear you say howdy 🤠 lol I already owned this & it was fairly decent @F5.6
@shang-hsienyang1284
5 жыл бұрын
This lens was useless to me because it is too soft wide open. But later I've discovered that it is compatible with Raynox diopter. Pretty handy for macro if you have an OCF on your left hand.
@gabithemagyar
5 жыл бұрын
I'd be curious to see how this lens compares to the original (silver) 18-200mm all-in-one lens that was released in NEX5 days as well - not long before this 55-210.
@christopherfrost
5 жыл бұрын
The 18-200 will probably be horrifying
@gabithemagyar
5 жыл бұрын
@@christopherfrost Really ? Surprising since it was (until the release of the new 16-55 f2.8 G lens) one of Sony's most expensive APS-C eMount lenses - much pricier than the 55-210 or the 18-105mm. Even pricier than the newer 18-200 LE and the Zeiss 16-70 !
@yeseniagamer13
Жыл бұрын
How do you turn on and off the image stabilization of the lens
@sealife5697
4 жыл бұрын
Do you think this lens would be a better option compared to a used 18-135mm if I already have the 16-50mm and need extra reach for wildlife photography etc. as a beginner? (I'm mainly concerned that the image will be too soft compared to the 18-135mm as this is what I heard)
@christopherfrost
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, it will be better to have the two lenses in my opinion
@sealife5697
4 жыл бұрын
@@christopherfrost Alright, thank you.
@pauluz3868
5 жыл бұрын
I just thought about buying this lens perfect timjng! Thank you
@soumyajit92
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, between this lens and the ef-m mount 55-200 which one do u think is better/sharper? I'm trying to find a system to invest in. canon's 11-22 seems superb but not sure about the other zooms. sony has expensive zooms.
@christopherfrost
4 жыл бұрын
Take a look at my review of that lens - it's not bad :-)
@benw2751
5 жыл бұрын
Would love to see you compare this to the fe 70-300mm and the new e 70-350mm
@Barnyz
5 жыл бұрын
I thought about buying this lens many times, maybe one day i will!
@Photography_by_irfan
4 жыл бұрын
Have you already?
@DaniellyToledo
2 ай бұрын
Is it good for portraits?
@quite1enough
5 жыл бұрын
I wonder if autofocus gonna work better on newer a6400
@geopapa80
5 жыл бұрын
It actually does kzitem.info/news/bejne/lWymx4iDpoaYeaA at around 25:25
@mcwaffles121593
4 жыл бұрын
@@geopapa80 great find man!
@glennmark1
5 жыл бұрын
I was just thinking of buying this OMG.
@snax_4820
5 жыл бұрын
Buy it! I do Street Photography but sometimes I wanna use a tele. It is cheap, light weight ... Do not use it at night, nor even in low light, but during the day it is really worth the money.
@immunitytoall4701
5 жыл бұрын
Don't do it!!!
@glennmark1
5 жыл бұрын
I'm using A7rii though..
@snax_4820
5 жыл бұрын
For a FF it do not make sense ...
@rahnumishtiaq5765
4 жыл бұрын
Hello, I have a Sony a5000, I like the lense that comes with it. But I was wondering if anyone possibly tell me which lense I could get if I want to take portrait and landscape pictures please.
@Syd0618
3 жыл бұрын
Sony 35 1.8
@glabutis
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@RikkeIJ
3 жыл бұрын
Just got the lens. I feel like i’m shakinh so it a bit unclear, how do i get the image stabilized?
@christopherjc54
2 жыл бұрын
It should be on by default, but if it's not there should be a setting in the camera's menu.
@damiangutierrez5272
Жыл бұрын
does this lens work with an a7 ii?
@lb7144
8 ай бұрын
If it is a Sony E mount, yes
@angelangelov2354
5 жыл бұрын
The silver version looks like a thermos.
@BagzAndPresident
4 жыл бұрын
Angel Angelov where is danny phantom
@stevenbaran2995
3 жыл бұрын
Will this work with my NEX f3?
@yttean98
5 жыл бұрын
Can you review the new 7artisans 35mm f1.4 FE lens for Sony full-frame that would be interesting, please?
@sachintharavindu3356
4 жыл бұрын
Could you do a review on Sony 18-200 f3.5-6.3 lens. its similar to the 55-210 but has some range at the short end. so pretty versatile. would love to see ur review on it.
@AUS-NewbiTLorD
5 жыл бұрын
They have a Kookaburra at the zoo where you are? Usually Zoos only get in Cockatoos! Great review as always!
@oaxgril
4 жыл бұрын
can you advise me the configuration of a sony a5100 to take portátil pictures with this lens? Thanks I am a beginner
@christopherfrost
4 жыл бұрын
Read your camera's instruction manual, it should tell you all about it
@christopherjc54
2 жыл бұрын
Zoom in as far as you can and make sure the f-stop is as low as it goes. Good lighting and good backgrounds will make a big difference
@mm_99321
3 жыл бұрын
02:28 that’s what I’ve fucking thought, it’s ugly but affordable 😅. Nice video btw, mate. I’ve been watching your lens reviews for ages
@tomhsia4354
4 жыл бұрын
The manual and autofocus on this felt so bad (especially in the dark, forget about focusing this puppy in the dark) I went with fully manual Soviet lenses. The only good thing about this lens is its image stabilization, which is surprisingly good. I can handhold photos downs to 1/10 (and 1/4 if I'm lucky and really pushing it) at 55mm with its stabilization.
@dallinfeatherstone
4 жыл бұрын
Anyone know how this does with video?
@JosephelLeon
4 жыл бұрын
Great video. Is it compatible with the Sony a6100?
@peterdurum434
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is.
@Ben-hx4ps
2 жыл бұрын
Is this lens good for taking photos of aircraft like in the Mach loop?
@lb7144
8 ай бұрын
It sounds like it will work well capturing the moving aircraft in video mode better than photo. I would say it depends on which camera you’re using it on and the additional settings you may have.
@CristianStancu
5 жыл бұрын
What is that greeting at the beginning? What language? I've heard it before in your videos.
@christopherfrost
5 жыл бұрын
'Shwmae pawb' - it's Welsh
@CristianStancu
5 жыл бұрын
@@christopherfrost Thank you, i've learned something new today.
@rafai1281
5 жыл бұрын
I’m not 100% sure, but I think with this lens A7R2works in contrast detect only mode (no phase detection), it should have much better AF results using a6xxx (newer bodies then a6000).
@onegrapefruitlover
5 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a very good deal, way better than the equivalent Fuji XC budget telephoto zoom. And much cheaper than the faster XF 55-200... As a Fuji user, I'm jelly of this budget option for Sony.
@doxman13
3 жыл бұрын
do you think the AF will improve if pair it with A6400 ?
@christopherjc54
2 жыл бұрын
Almost definitely, but I'd look up youtube videos/written reviews to verify. Others have said it works really well on their more modern camera bodies.
@melenriquez8985
5 жыл бұрын
Normally, you get the silver version in a kit if the camera is white. Same as the silver 16-50 that is bundled. The lens is ok. Fairly decent for its price. If you are on vacation or need to travel light but not critical in creating large prints, this lens will do as a long FL backup.
@gabithemagyar
5 жыл бұрын
It comes in silver partially because it was released in NEX3 and NEX5 days when the silver camera body was popular (I have a silver NEX5). The original lenses (16mm, 18-55, 18-200, and 55-210) were all available in silver for that reason.
@Azot4o
5 жыл бұрын
I have A6000 with this lens and wondered about this. So it is the lens that limits the autofocus, not the body? It misses focus on birds like you said. Have not tried people, but on race cars it is okay. Will you review the new 70-350?
@Ko6pa
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome review, mate!
@thebacons5943
3 жыл бұрын
I’m really close to purchasing this lens, but I need to shoot sports footage. Is there a better, similar alternative, or should I just risk the mediocre autofocus? Sony A6000 camera
@christopherfrost
3 жыл бұрын
If you want something better for sports you'll have to spend a fair bit more money
@thebacons5943
3 жыл бұрын
@@christopherfrost thanks
@christopherjc54
2 жыл бұрын
Others have said that on more modern cameras the autofocus is much better, so I'd look up youtube videos and written reviews with your exact body/lens combo. There's also the Sony 70-350 which is significantly better quality, but it's also 4x the price new.
@UberM3n
5 жыл бұрын
did you update the lens firmware? mine worked better in CAF after that
@fabianmac-namara8371
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Pablo. How do you update that?
@UberM3n
4 жыл бұрын
@@fabianmac-namara8371look in sony website, its a file you put oj your sd and update from camera with the lens attached
@fabianmac-namara8371
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@gnanadeep6091
11 ай бұрын
Does this lens work with sony aplha 7 ?
@calumwoodward9489
10 ай бұрын
Does it have e mount
@JP-nx9rm
4 жыл бұрын
Did you open with shwmae or is it me?
@buddybodie
5 жыл бұрын
I think, all focus problems presented in this video are not problems of this lens, but of the body used with this lens. "Brain" of focusing is not in the lens, but in the body. Try to use some top APS-C body and I think, it will focus perfectly.
@Stanleykubrick2
5 жыл бұрын
Auto-focus sucks on the A7R II. He really needs to change that camera to a Mk III if he ways to review Sony lenses.
@christopherconkright1317
Жыл бұрын
Silver is the japanese version black is the western versions
@christianmedina7557
Жыл бұрын
auto focus len?
@agdpineda
5 жыл бұрын
I'm new to the channel so I don't know if you've answered this already but why don't you do Nikon lenses?
@christopherfrost
5 жыл бұрын
Take a look at my FAQs video :-)
@artphototech
Жыл бұрын
I just got one on eBay for 95 bucks 💯
@_yani8236
3 жыл бұрын
Can you stream with this lens
@christopherfrost
3 жыл бұрын
?
@oweckayx
5 жыл бұрын
I had this lens and it is truly bad! There were (probably still are not) no good budget lenses in Sony E mount line up. So I shifted back to canon just because of their perfect Canon 55-250mm IS STM lens - such a great image quality.
@orlando9666
5 жыл бұрын
I wanted a review for this about a year ago, bought it anyway. Let’s see how good (or bad) it truly is.
@jedemerichjumawan2203
4 жыл бұрын
5 months later, how was it?
@wtfgadget
3 жыл бұрын
12 months later, how was it ?
@orlando9666
3 жыл бұрын
@@wtfgadget The lens was not very good in my experience, it never produced clear/sharp images and the f6.3 telephoto hurt the images brightness a lot. I would not recommend it unless you find a good deal, I feel the average beginner will outgrow it quickly and become quite frustrated with its limitations and end up buying the next model up anyway. Luckily I was able to sell it for what I payed.
@wtfgadget
3 жыл бұрын
@@orlando9666 and what replacement did you get ?
@wtfgadget
3 жыл бұрын
@@jedemerichjumawan2203 your question, answered lol
@Uranium232
4 жыл бұрын
Would this be any good for moon photography?
@zefa3867
4 жыл бұрын
No probably not as the focal length is most likely to short. I may be getting this lens in a month so I'll see!
@youraveragejoe1
4 жыл бұрын
Elliot North Hey did you end up getting this lens? If so is it any good for moon photography? Thanks
@petergplus6667
5 жыл бұрын
The only lens I ever bought twice and sold twice cause it's so bad.
@lorenzogattaldo3764
5 жыл бұрын
Oops...
@kelvincaban5724
5 жыл бұрын
I sold mine and kind of want to buy it again too 😅
@Mn-xh9ps
5 жыл бұрын
lol
@melfarus
5 жыл бұрын
what was the problem with it? I have 16-200mm f3.5-6.3 and quite like it. Same issue with vignetting but it's not that strong, sharpness and contrast are decent
@petergplus6667
5 жыл бұрын
@@melfarus It's soft as hell. You can use your mobile phone instead. I got the 24240 - years ahead IMHO
@Pertamax7-HD
5 жыл бұрын
Pop lens
@christianpettersson9014
5 жыл бұрын
Looks like a thermosflask
@mawsonek7703
5 жыл бұрын
Oh god it's killing me! What does he say at the start of this video and manay others???????????
@Synth_DIY
5 жыл бұрын
Shwmae pawb - translates to 'Hello everyone' :)
@mawsonek7703
5 жыл бұрын
@@Synth_DIY Thanks mate. Had never heard that in Australia.
@simonyang79
4 жыл бұрын
your a5100 is not very good for this kind of cheap lens, u should try at least A6100 and above. Should be much better!
@christopherfrost
4 жыл бұрын
Why do you think the image quality in my tests on the 24 megapixel a5100, shot at ISO 100, would be any different from those on the a6100?
@simonyang79
4 жыл бұрын
@@christopherfrost no,I mean the autofocus,because I have a6000 and a6400,the AFC mode is so different when I tracking the subject such as those birds or fast moving subjects.... a6000 has the same autofocus function as ur a5100..... so
@christopherfrost
4 жыл бұрын
@@simonyang79 So what you're saying is that whenever Sony bring out a new camera, I should buy that camera and re-test all these all old lenses and re-publish all my reviews, just in case there's a slight improvement?
@Chepro_Lee
6 ай бұрын
😅
@twistaton
5 жыл бұрын
ITS NOT AS TERRIBLE AS I THOUGHT
@R.Hogarth
5 жыл бұрын
I had one of these and I returned it for my refund less than 24 hours later. It was as sharp as a spoonful of peanut butter.
@diegorivera2711
5 жыл бұрын
First!
@Makta972
5 жыл бұрын
What a ugly lens 😦
@EFFTEEZEE
5 жыл бұрын
Slow autofocus, heavy chromatic abberation, soft image, ugly. sold. one of the worst lenses i ever had.
@anandgoyal
5 жыл бұрын
Gukin the chromatic aberration is the worst
@sydbailey1320
5 жыл бұрын
Hi
@georgesmith3022
3 жыл бұрын
another crap kit lens from sony. so many people fall into the trap of buying this together with the 16-55 while they could get a better lens that would cover 18-105 and they wouldnt have to change lens all the time
@caldera878
5 жыл бұрын
This lens is known as a sorry Sony APS-C lens around the forums, KZitem, image examples. AVOID AT ALL COST.
@Steves_End
5 жыл бұрын
i usually love most of your reviews, but in all honesty, who gives an entire turd about this lens and it's performance?
@christopherfrost
5 жыл бұрын
People who are interested in buying it
@user-nb2bf7hi7f
Жыл бұрын
I do
@UNLKYHNTR
Жыл бұрын
i got it on amazon for 130€ NEW. fucking steal i tell you.
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