3 Top Sony Lenses for Travel Photography

In this episode, Dave shares his top 3 Sony lens choices for travel photography. Featuring the 24-70mm versatile wide-angle zoom lens, an ultra-wide 16-35mm, and the compact 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens.

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[juergenstrapko]

For travel i never would consider a 2.8 lens the 24-105 combined with a 1.8 (20/35 or 55 lens) is my choice

[barbaraolk]

Sony 24-105, Sony 100-400 with a 1.4 teleconverter, and Tamron 17-28 covers everything

[eavilev]

I've switched to the 24-105mm. That and the 16-35mm make a great travel kit.

[Leo-ghnz]

One of those YMMV situations. For travel I like to be as small/light as possible. I know this is heresy to some, but lately I've really liked just taking a high quality 35mm 1.4. And then I supplement with my iPhone. Basically I end up with a very good 35mm for most of my shooting, and 13, 26, and 77mm lenses that are quite good enough for most situations. Really don't need anymore TBH.

[albedopoint]

Honestly I found this a bit uninspiring. It’s pretty much the ‘holy trinity’ pro line you’ve selected (albeit with the longer tele)… and you could suggest these as the default choice for any occasion.

For travel, personally I’m looking for lightness above all, and creative possibilities. Currently packing the 20f1.8 and either the 45f2.5 or the 55f1.8.

[DrunkPhotography]

You convinced me with the 70-300. It’s a great travel lens to keep in the bag.

[MeAMuse]

It really depends where you are going. My big 3 for travel is the 16-35GM, the Sigma 24-70 F2.8, and the 100-400mm GM. I also like to take a 35mm prime with me (the F1.8 is a good option). I also take a RX100 Mk6 in case I just want to take something in a pocket. Remember you don't have to take everything on every day... make decisions for each day based on where you are going and what you think you are going to shoot. Be comfortable that regardless you are going to miss shots... sometimes because you didn't bring the lens, sometimes because you had the wrong lens attached, and sometimes because you didn't make it somewhere because you were tired from hauling too much gear around. Constraining gear inspires creativity...

[boomcity]

I like your no nonsense approach. Very informative and enjoyable to watch. Thank you!

[Ed_Cairns]

Our three corgis thank you for the great corgi eye level photo! Glad that we bumped into each other in Vulcan!

[andyhughes]

Tamron 17-28, Sony 24-105 and Sigma 100-400 is perfect for me and the money saved (with very little image quality trade off) over the GM glass easily pays for gas, hotels and food ;)

[pantone]

In the past, I've traveled with a kit of these exact three lenses. However, after reviewing which ones I actually used, I've stopped bringing the 24-70 in favour of lighter, faster prime like the 55 1.8 for standard focal coverage. The weight savings has made a noticeable difference.

[PhotoTrekr]

Just got the 24-70mm GM II. Haven't even had time to test it yet. But, if it's good at 24mm and 35mm, it and my 70-200mm GM II will probably be my two primary travel lenses for my trip to the Canadian Rockies this Fall. I'm also considering taking the 14mm GM and 100-400mm GM.

[wielpaquay]

24-105 is for me by far the best travellens

[nikkorf]

$7, 700 Canadian Dollars just on the lenses alone, plus at least another $1, 800 for the least expensive(at time of posting) full frame Sony body at TCS. Plus the weight of all that pro level zoom glass, break the bank and your back. Would have liked some budget friendly & light weight recommendations as well.

[yghnitc]

Sony 24-105 f/4 + Samyang 24 1.8 (the second one for night, forest, campfire and such, and also selfies).

[stevearita]

Another great video with an excellent script showing actual use of different lenses in the field. One other lens that is an excellent choice is the 24-105 G lens, it's not as sharp as the 24-70 GM lens, but the focal length flexibility is pretty nice, especially if that is the only lens one carries. Again, enjoy very much your videos, keep up the great work!

[sibangjack]

For travel, me personally prefer superzoom lens like Sony FE 24-240mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS (I wish Sony updated this old lens) or the newer Tamron FE 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 or Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS if you use APS-C body. It's relatively lightweight for that kind of focal range. Yeah I know it's not as sharp as the G or G Master lineup and sucks when used in lower light situations, but you can complement that with prime lenses like 35mm f/1.8, cheap nifty fifty 50mm f/1.8, or maybe Sigma 16mm/35mm/56mm f/1.4 if you use APS-C body.

[fatherofximingze]

I thought I'd see 24-105. What a surprise 😮

[rogiervanduin]

Upon choosing one single lens, I take the 24-240 from Sony on the A9. When I can carry more, I switch to 24-105 with 100-400 all Sony too. Visiting cities, landscapes and small spaces I include Zeiss 16-35. Optional add all my Samyang primes (18, 24, 35, 50, 85).

[timothy]

ive got the 12-24, apsc 16-50, 24-105, and 70-300. If you travel in Europe and are going to the cities with tight alley was and like to shoot buildings its very good. I also bring the apsc 16-50, Its so small and even if i use it in apsc mode (a7r IV) its still gives me good stuff, but it sacrifices mobility for sharpness, but its so small, almost make it pocketable.