If you're buying a camera with a bundled lens, chances are it's a standard zoom. Sony E 18-135mm / a6400 (Credit: Jim Fisher) We help you suss out which lenses are best for which camera models here and decide what type of lens you should add to your kit. If you own a high-resolution a1 or a7R model, it's often worth it to splurge on a GM lens, but you can usually get excellent results with more affordable lenses if you work with an a7 or a6000 camera. Sony gives its better optics a G designation and reserves the GM (G Master) moniker for its highest-quality lenses. You should also consider the lens family. Sony consistently names its APS-C lenses with an E designation, while full-frame options get FE, but third parties don't always follow suit. Because of this, you need to be a bit careful and ensure that you buy the right lens for your camera. The a6000 series and ZV-E10 are built around the APS-C size, and its a1, a7, and a9 cameras use the larger full-frame format. Sony sells two types of mirrorless cameras. But figuring out which lens is right for you can be tough, especially if you're just getting started with the system.

Ultra-wide, macro, telephoto-it's all covered, in one form or another. It's a robust, complete lens system that benefits from Sony's early bet on mirrorless, along with support from numerous third parties. If you opt for the Sony system, you benefit from a decade's worth of lens development, which means there are oodles of optics from which to choose. You need to shop for one that's made for your camera. (Opens in a new window)Ĭameras that can swap out lenses, like those in Sony's mirrorless system, don't work with just any lens. Since 1982, PCMag has tested and rated thousands of products to help you make better buying decisions.

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