Sony A6300 Update Part 2

[@soulbait2001]

I have had the a6300 for a week now. Along with purchasing the camera I got the 16-50 pz kit lens, the 55-210 mm lens and the 18-105 f4 G lens. I have taken around 2,000 photos (many just playing around, learning the camera) and have shot a couple of hours of video. I have used the kit lens for about 15-20 pictures, and have used the 18-105 for everything else so far. I will probably bust out the 55-210 whenever the next time I got on a nature trail or something, when I need that little bit of extra reach. I wanted the three lenses so I could have some versatility right from the start. The 16-50 makes the camera nice and small, and will be great to use for whenever I am out and about at a social function with friends or family. It will help make the camera more manageable to carry around and will be a good replacement from using my smart phone's camera. The 18-105 I am planning to use as my main walk around lens, and so far it has been a proven trooper. I have used it in sunny days and in low light at a concert. So far I have gotten beautiful pictures from it and the video has been great too. I got the 55-210 for when I need more reach. I look forward to trying it out, but I have yet been in a place where I needed the more reach. The only thing I am missing now is a speedy prime. I am looking at the Sony 50mm 1.8 or the Sony 35mm 1.8. Not sure yet which one I will get or when I will. The camera and lenses have drained me already. :-) So far I love the camera. I am still trying to figure out all of the settings and I have a couple of minor annoyances: I keep hitting the wheel on the back causing a setting to be changed without being aware of it and the menu being locked out during writing to the card. But coming from a very old Canon 20D, I could not be happier.

[@Kris_Phoenixx]

Just got mine as well. I'm so excited to put it to use

[@TheDigitalDigest]

+Hi I'm Kris | Krisartsee I don't blame you...very tough to find fault with the A6300. Enjoy it!

[@Ninetou69]

You should probably include a link in description or in video to part one as well man.

[@timwong5412]

In depth details about the difference between A6000 and A6300. Nice work!

[@achoke]

I have mine. I've been using the 10-18 f/4 mainly. also some 70-200 f/4. Really like it so far... I'm not a big video guy but the capabilities of this make me want to learn more about it. I previously used the NEX5n and now have the A7 and a6300 so I have a few lenses to work w/

[@GeryTeague]

Thanks for the video! I wasn't all that interested in APS-C sensors until I started examining speed boosters. When I realized that I can improve the light coming in by 1 stop for all of my lenses and get pretty much a full frame image... That's incredible! This multiplies all your lenses x2 (w/wo speed booster) and then you can add a variable nd lens adapter as well for bright outdoor and you're set! I think this is the camera that I've been waiting for. The only place that I can see where this camera falls short is the 4:2:0 8bit, but so does the entire A7 series. Additionally this camera records better slow motion than the A7sII. In my book this is the best all arounder and best bang for your buck. Though you will have to spend additional $$$ for the speed booster. Just my thoughts, thanks!

[@GeryTeague]

+Gery Teague Also, I would love to see a speedbooster + variable nd lens adapter in 1. This would help negate the lightest part of the ND, give you full frame and still allow you to keep an open aperture in bright situations.

[@GeryTeague]

+TheDigitalDigest you wanted to know which lenses I plan to use. I plan to use the XEEN line of lenses.

[@saschageier]

+Gery Teague killer!

[@dogle9258]

Have a Nex7 and just upgraded to the A7ii While i love the IBIS I really think I have to agree with everything here. I believe I am going to take the A7ii back for a a6300.

I just picked up the LAEA4 that seems to be working great (autofocus) with my Tamron 28-75 f2.8, minolta AF 50mm f1.7, sony 70-300 f3.5-5.6. Also I got the Sigma Art 19mm f2.8 E-mount, love it. My Tamron 70-200 f2.8 Mk 1 (I use it with an A99 Mk1) doesn't seem to be working with autofocus but aperture is.

[@DonnieGQ]

I have mine fited with the sigma 18-35mm 1.8. It's lovely and will only get better when their adapter(MC) comes out. But for longer focal lengths I've been looking at that 70-200 f4 as well.

[@tomass7952]

Which adapter do you use for the Sigma 18-35?

[@lauannric]

Awesome reviews, as usual. My mind is set more towards A6300 over the A6000 now, even though the huge price differences.

[@TechFit360]

I would be happy with those 2 lens you have there. 70-200mm & 24-70mm Excellent Video Review!

[@crBudgetWatches]

If I am not big into video , would I lose a lot by choosing the A6000 instead of the A6300 for photos? I have a Canon 70D with several lenses and I was thinking of getting the A6000 + metaboner as a backup camera when I want to travel only with my pancake primes (great small setup!). Not ready to make the complete switch yet (might do it if the next A6xxxx iteration includes an articulated and touch screen) but the A6000 costs basically the same as a middle of the road lens. Never thought I would be looking at Sony, but boy they are shaking things up.

[@mjdrhd0318]

interesting review. I heard that still image quality improvement is only marginal compared to a6000 ..major improvement is video and better autofocus.. I own a a6k not sure if upgrade helps me as a primarily landscape shooter

[@yegventures]

Is there a way to program that 'Auto' button back to superior auto (yellow) as opposed to intelligent auto (green)? I find superior auto better for my needs.

[@Cwookie_]

Very informative video! Have you looked into Sigma's MC-11 converter that is coming? Sigma claims the converter will make Sigma lenses with Canon mount (From the A, C and S series) work just as good as native Sony lenses in terms of focusing etc. Based on dpreview's video on KZbin the claim seems valid! Opens up a whole lot of lens options for the A6300. The Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 will be one hell of a lens for video shooters. Combined with the losless 2x 'digital' zoom (Clear image zoom) that would mean you'd have a 18-70mm f/1.8...

[@koolkutz7]

Looks a great little camera. My main beef is the price of Sony's lenses; they seem to be super expensive, even compared to Nikon & Canon. I use Nikon full-frame plus I have Micro Four Thirds which are great, small and 'mostly' cheaper lenses. In particular the Panasonic 12-35mm f2.8 & 35-100mm f2.8 are fantastic lenses in a compact form factor. Sony are putting out some great stuff though-tempted, if I could afford it!

[@johnbergin7125]

Hi, I don't have the A6300 but what will determine my decision will be primarily the outfit weight and just as importantly the AF performance with Canon L glass. I disposed of a 5Dmkii but kept back my lenses. At that time I was thinking of heading down the A7RMkii because of the great reports of its AF with Canon but if the A6300 performs just as well (which I haven't yet seen confirmed it might be the better solution as I also have some E mount lenses for my NEX 7. Any views on AF performance with Canon?

[@M7A1cro]

Do you mind telling us what this video is shot on? Im on your channel for the first time, so im not familiar with your setup.

[@femalefrankenstein]

what about the Wobble when you shoot off sticks in video mode, and the overheating?

[@Mohamedahmed331]

I think pairing the Sony a6300 with the Sony Sigma 30mm f1.4 would be amazing!

[@ReneLopez-qc2vx]

now that there's an A6500, is the A6300 not worth it? Really itching to move over to Sony mirrorless and keeping my Canon glass

[@kakinan]

I'm interested in the Sigma 30mm f1.4 Art lens with A6300.

[@emmale4758]

Great review! I just bought mine and wonder which lens you prefer, 18-105 or 18-200, and why? Thank you.

[@bubblessamsquanch6478]

which would everyone recommend, I want a camera, but don't need one right now, so what would everyone pick? a6300, a7ii, or wait for the a7iii, I like shooting landscapes, cars, architecture, and indoors

[@pbneeks]

I jus bought my a6300 should be getting it in a few days. If I want to use an e mount lens from Sony or sigma do I have to purchase and adapter for it to fit on the a6300?

[@MReigle7]

Curious why you're looking at the 18-105 G rather than the 16-70 Z? I've been debating it for weeks now.

[@TheDigitalDigest]

the power zoom is great for video...

[@Arifway_]

i've few budget, as we know the body only price of a6300 is equal with A7. if i work on video, what camera do you recommend a6300 or A7.??

[@mjdrhd0318]

I use the 16-70 Sony f4 lens

[@edshotsdotcodotuk]

hi Ed. have you experienced the Sony startup issue with the A6300 yet? my A6000 boot up times can be bafflingly slow. I still don't understand why as the processor isn't lightweight. also, which is your preferred mode of af on the A6xxx series?

[@rtquest22]

you can download the firmware which lessens the startup time

[@edshotsdotcodotuk]

+Daniel T. I have kept up and updated as soon as it comes out. no noticeable difference to previous version.

[@petervernelen6784]

just can't decide between the a6300 kit or something with a fixed fast glass such as the RX 100IV especially since I'm not likely to invest in extra lenses soon

[@krellin]

+Peter Vernelen same story, i just want something good enough for everyday use... but i'm not gonna make money with that. Let us know what you picked..

[@petervernelen6784]

Vachagan Balayan waiting for the Nikon DL 24-85 and Canon G7X Mark II just to make sure I make the best possible choice

[@krellin]

I think i'll just take a6300 over time buy few lenses and be happy with that...

[@petervernelen6784]

+Vachagan Balayan if you planning on getting some additional lenses it sure is the best choice hands down

[@UnboundGodz]

Im almost hoping to upgrade to the new Blackmagic Pocket camera.

[@NurAmin262]

Apart from from the video,If i use good lenses(like 24-70 gm) will i get close quality still images compared to the a7 series or dslrs?

[@krellin]

So you'd recomment sel2470z over sel1670z ? I don't really understand how is FE better for a6300? could you please explain?

[@keithwu]

Hi ive noticed that the colour temp of your video shifts a lot. This might be because you left auto wb on., hopefully that may help a bit.

[@alen-commentnazi8774]

Ah ok thank you

[@leescharf2733]

What camera are you filming with OOC?

[@bolgarfilm]

I'm thinking on buying it but I have one critical questuon I didn't found answer. Can it shoot in super 35mm in 25 pal or only in 24?

[@riemjann1]

+Bolgár Jonatán Yes it can. Watch Maarten Heilbrons comparison between the a6000 and the a6300 and fast forward to the 11 minute mark if you want to know where to change it in the settings.

[@MossPhotography]

If you could only take one FE mount lens with you on a trip what would it be?

[@TheDigitalDigest]

Zeiss f4 16-35

[@MossPhotography]

+TheDigitalDigest Thanks I appreciate it!

[@michelin1928]

Hi. which camera is best for photos .the sony a7 mk2 or a6300 . I like the a7ii decause of full frame. thanks

[@ioklmj11]

if you shoot sports or video, go for a6300 because much better focusing system and 4k/slowmo respectively. Otherwise a7ii because full frame has better low-light capability and the IBIS.

[@AlabamaDigger]

i love mine.got a sony 50 mm 1.8 with image stabilizer .way better than my canon.

[@TheDigitalDigest]

+Andrew Engle It's an amazing little camera! Enjoy!

[@ce.desrochers7084]

+Andrew Engle I have the exact same setup :D I'm planning on getting the 18-105mm f/4 g master next month!!

[@AlabamaDigger]

+Farrukh its better detail.but canon is way easier to use. 70d and t5i but the sony has its quirks..

[@ce.desrochers7084]

+Farrukh I just tested my a6300 today it is awesome. way better autofocus than the 80d and much cheaper...

[@AlabamaDigger]

+Farrukh if your doing video in uncontrolled settings like weddings.get the canon.

[@RubinHenkel]

i will get the 10-18

[@GoldenPearl13]

Does the Sony A6300 have the 'soft skin effect' like the previous models????

[@FreaXers]

+GoldenPearl13 yes

[@eirikwiik]

+TheDigitalDigest Witch lens should i buy fr wildlife for sony a6000 400mm and above?

[@jkbordoloi]

+TheJuggler Man With A6000......getting a super telephoto with AF capability is difficult.

[@Ottschke77]

Mostly mine is on my trusty Canon 500mm f4 mk 1 and it works great...even the af!^^

[@hansbudding6272]

I was wondering if someone had problems withe the lenzen on de Sony A6300.

[@mightymikerocks]

what sony lense you recomend for 6300 sony

[@Charlie_wildlife_nature]

Would the 85 Sony g master work on this well ?

[@Studat]

i wish they improved the photo quality. i took my 6300 back. if i want a video camera i will buy one. 6000 is a champ

[@ilovebohol]

+Studat agree.... the 11 bit jpeg files of the sony's are not really that nice compared to canon. i got both the a7m2 and a6300 and the canon t3 jpegs are better in post. same thing with the video - guess thats why most videos on sony's are heavily edited with LUTs.... cuz they dont produce natural looking colors. btw, my a6300 hangs up on random :( they market it as a sport camera but when you make burst shoots... the camera will have a hard time processing all the files and the AF will feeze on random.

[@Studat]

+Benjie Urbina thanks for your honesty. most people are making out this camera to be the second coming. think I might make the switch to Fuji XT 2 when it comes out

[@ilovebohol]

Studat yes, some people like to create claims more than what it truly is, probably because they just bought one and developed what we call - gear bais. however, with the raw files - its great but with jpeg files it really not that good - the jpeg files even have artefacts on them that you wont see on the raw files, more CA and banding. So, now, I shoot all raw. If you compare both files side-by-side, can just crop one a little different - people wont know they are both the same shoot. thats how different the raw and jpeg files are - its SAD.

[@Raptor50aus]

The A6300 still overheats

[@LEWISNBA1]

I have the Sony a6300 hundred! What lens should I buy ? I only have the budget for one lens so what would be the best over all lens ? Someone please answer

[@MrGrantdw]

+Lewis Jones the sigma 60mm prime is still the sharpest lens on the sony apsc and its under $200 i have all 3 sigma lenses and love them and they are all under $200 they also a have a new 30 f1.4 coming out buy fe lenses only if you plan to buy a full frame camera as they really under preform on apsc cameras even the might zeiss baits is not as sharp as the sigma 60mm

[@Dzagh]

+MrGrantdw would you recommend anything for around 600 dollars? Mostly for video capture.

[@MrGrantdw]

the 18-105 f4 G power zoom oss is a grate lens

[@ahmedghazzawi5806]

as usual great informative v .

[@jonhermannsson9555]

glass below $1000 is still an issue :( and will remain an issue - one can get a 24-70mm F2.8 and 70-200mm F2.8 for MFT for under $1000 -

[@casualking4548]

The 55mm f1.8 ZA

[@misha_1]

thank you

[@maurotorresfilms]

10-18 2.8 will be better.