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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 116 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the image quality, macro capabilities, and lightweight design of the 30mm f/3.5 Macro Lens. Many appreciate the lens's ability to capture fine details and its compact size, making it suitable for travel. However, some users note that the autofocus speed could be improved, and opinions on the price vary. The lens is considered a good value by some, while others find it expensive.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality, Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens is on my Sony a6000 most of the time. It takes beautiful photos with great bokeh. I prefer it over my 50mm. There isn't another comparable lens in this price range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality, Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great additional lense

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought. This for mywifes a5000 added great capabilities. It is now here default lenses she uses as a prime lenses in addition to macro shots. Quality is amazing it's like jewelry.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality, Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love taking macro shots, this lens just lets me get up close and personal with my subject. With clear detailed shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Detail, Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Macro lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a must get. Sharp quality images up close. The details are phenomenal.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality, Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    High quality build Beautiful macros Good price Must have

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Macro Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased the lens as a Christmas gift. It has been one of the best gift I have given to my wife. She enjoys photography and has always been interested in taking it a step further. With this lens, the detail of a zoomed/close picture is incredible. Every detail is clear in the picture. It does take some time to get used to taking shots with it but if you are familiar with the camera, it shouldn't take long.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the pictures I get from this. Gives a nice vignetting on for frames.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am enjoying this lens a lot. Very sharp images both indoors and out out. I use it on a Sony a6000 and you sometimes have to be a little patient with the AF but I'm getting some great images. If you want to have some fun with macro get this lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    tack sharp

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am still learning the ropes of tight macro work. However, this gem of a lens is great at capturing sharp details. I will certainly suggest using a tripod while shooting. Any movement tends to leave one with some unintended blur. So far, I love what I've captured using this lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beautiful

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing extension everyting looks cinematic now. 10/10 would buy again

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Jack,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL30M35 lens. We are glad to hear that you were satisfied with how the lens performed. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards
      Larry 9-27-23
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Slick litle lens for macro results.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for macro imaging without breaking the bank. Perfect compatibility for the Sony A6000 body.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DavidF, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our 30mm macro lens. We are also happy to hear that its performance meet your standard. These are the feedback that we really want to hear from our customers. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you very much for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support) Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Focus speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good beginners Macro Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Macro lens takes a little bit of patience. It doesn't focus very fast and it can be hard to get it to focus on what you want it to. When it does take a picture and when it comes out right it can be really amazing. It's fun to take pictures of ornate, intricate things such as jewelry or cars. I haven't been able to get an insect to sit still long enough to see how that goes. Enjoy your photos!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Macro
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A macro lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's a nice macro lens. Do I think it was worth the dollar amount? No.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    lightweight and accurate

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am using this 30 mm macro lens with the light ring with seven adjustable features that provides me with just the proper lighting while shooting small objects, particularly jewelry.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Work great on my Sony A6000

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed a macro lens for some close up shots. This provides clear images at close range on my Sony A6000. Best to use Sony lenses on Sony cameras in my opinion.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Glass I ever bought!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my all in one glass and gives me great detail in my macro and full-frame photography. If you looking for that extra oomph to your pictures then this lens is for you.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Outstanding macro lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pro The lens is quite light and it came with a hood. It can capture bugs that don't move. Cons You have to be real close to the subject to get a macro picture. Hopping bugs would jump by the time you get close to it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice macro lense for nex series cameras

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought it for my girlfriend as a Christmas present, it's a good macro lense for the nex series, it works with both the new and old nex models.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great macro lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was looking for a simple lens and not to costly for a beginner. I found it and was able to try it out in store before purchasing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Macro

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens is a must have in my collection of lenses and probably one of my favorite lenses. It does macro shots very effectively. The DMF and MF works perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend