Sony Cameras and Lenses

This is SLR Lounge’s complete library of Sony camera and lens reviews, buying guides, and gear news, covering Sony’s E-mount mirrorless system across full-frame and APS-C bodies.

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Our Sony coverage is written primarily by Matthew Saville, a working wedding and landscape photographer who has shot extensively with Sony’s E-mount system, and Sean Oblizalo, an elopement and adventure photographer based in Colorado who relies on Sony for demanding outdoor shooting. Between them they bring both the controlled environment of professional wedding photography and the unforgiving conditions of wilderness and adventure shoots to every Sony review.

Sony has been SLR Lounge’s most-reviewed brand in recent years, reflecting the E-mount system’s growing dominance among professional photographers. Our coverage spans the full-frame A7 and A9 series, APS-C bodies like the A6700, Sony’s expanding GM and G lens lineup, and comparisons against competing mirrorless systems.

New to Sony’s E-mount system? Our Sony A7CR Review is a strong starting point for landscape and travel photographers, or jump to the Sony A7R V Review for a look at Sony’s high-resolution flagship.


Start Here: Recommended Sony Reviews

Sony A7R V Review

Sony’s high-resolution full-frame flagship evaluated for professional and enthusiast use across multiple shooting genres.

Sony A6700 Review

Sony’s APS-C flagship with dedicated AI chip. The best entry point into the E-mount system for photographers on a budget.

Sony A7CR Review

Matthew Saville’s pick for the best adventure landscape and travel camera on the market.


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Sony ZV-1 Review | The Perfect Compact Vlogging Camera? Almost…

Matthew Saville

The Sony ZV-1 is the best compact vlogging camera around, though it's not quite perfect, and some of the key differences might incline you to save up a little more for a Sony RX100-series camera instead.

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Sony A5 (or A6) has IBIS, 4k60p, 5fps, And A Pop-Up EVF? (Rumor)

David Crewe

According to a new rumor from Sony Alpha Rumors, the new Sony A5 (or A6) will have some pretty interesting ...

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Registration Opens for Sony’s Digital “Kando Everywhere,” a Free Online Event for Content Creators

Matthew Saville

This morning, Sony has opened up registration for Kando Everywhere - a free online event where content creators can take classes and workshops, have online portfolio reviews, watch keynote presentations from SeaLegacy and Art of Visuals, and enter to win giveaways—including a Sony Alpha7S III camera!

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Tamron Is One Of The Biggest Reasons To Choose Sony Full-Frame Mirrorless Right Now!

Matthew Saville

Tamron announces the development of a new telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, the 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047). The lens is planned to launch in Fall 2020.

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Sony A6600 Review | Almost Perfect, But Not Quite An “Affordable A9”

Matthew Saville

Sony's top-end A6600 is a very attractive alternative to their full-frame system, for all types of photography...

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Sony A9 II Review | Staying One Generation Ahead Of The Competition!

Matthew Saville

Sony is into its second generation of flagship action sports cameras, while the competition is still struggling to deliver their first generation. But, is the A9 II worth $4500?

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Rokinon AF 45mm f/1.8 FE Review | More Than Just Another Average “Nifty Fifty” Lens?

Matthew Saville

Rokinon shows us what a "nifty fifty" is all about with their tiny, ultralight standard prime lens. However, the competition is already very strong!

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Sony A7R IV Review: More Megapixels, Better Autofocus, …Anything Else?

Matthew Saville

In this review, we'll dive into why you may decide to stick with the A7R III, (or wait for Sony A7 IV rumors to start popping up) ...OR, why you might want to consider this new megapixel champion.

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Tamron Officially Announces the Launch of the 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056)

David Crewe

Tamron announces the launch date of the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056), a large aperture telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras that is the lightest and most compact in its class. The lens will be available in the U.S. on May 14th at $1199. However, due to the spread of COVID-19, the release date or the product supply schedule could be delayed.

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Sony Expands Full-Frame Lens Lineup With A New 20mm Ultra-Wide F1.8 Prime Lens

David Crewe

The New FE 20mm F1.8 G from Sony is the widest full-frame prime lens in E-mount lineup.

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Sony Announced the New Xperia 1 Mark ii – The Power of a Sony Mirrorless Camera in a Smartphone!

David Crewe

Sony’s New Flagship Xperia 1 II Smartphone Delivers the Complete Creative Entertainment Experience, Offering the World’s First Smartphone with up to 20 fps Continuous Shooting Capability

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Why The Sony A9 is the Camera of the Decade for Wedding Photographers

Matthew Saville

After a decade of wedding photography and gear reviews, the Sony A9 is my favorite camera! Here's why...