Up until now, I’ve been shooting all of my blog content (with the exception of my “Life, Lately” posts) with a giant DSLR and prime lens. I absolutely adore my gear, but I have to admit that I often opt to leave it at home simply because it’s so heavy. Which, in turn, can make blogging a bit harder. Difficult to blog when you don’t have imagery to accompany your posts!
Over the last year, I’ve been seriously considering investing in a lighter, more compact camera that I can throw in my tote (or even smaller bags). You know, for travel and roaming the city on the weekends: times when I’d love to take photos, but often don’t because of the 5D’s weight and bulk. Mitch and I also wanted a smaller camera for Baby Larkin’s arrival in July! Because let’s be serious: this behemoth isn’t going to be in the baby bag on a daily basis. ;)
I did a lot of research. Maybe too much, haha. But after much deliberation, I bought the Sony a6000 and the 35mm f/1.8 lens because of the gear’s stellar reviews as well as its price tag. (You’d be shocked by how much good compact cameras can go for!) My friend Jen of Skirt the Rules–one of my very first blogger friends from my early years of blogging back in New York–was really the person who sealed the deal for me, though. I mean, how gorgeous are her photos?! All shot with the a6000, too!
This past week was a little crazy for me. I drove to and from Connecticut in a day to see my college friends, had a big freelance project that took a full day, got together with my high school girlfriends, and then spent all of yesterday traveling to Nantucket. As a result, I’ve only managed to take four photos with the Sony so far, haha. HOWEVER, I’m already blown away! And I’m so, so excited about walking around Nantucket today with my little camera… which weighs essentially nothing compared to my 5D.
Now, don’t get me wrong: the majority of the content you see here on the blog will still be shot with my 5D. It’s my baby, and it could never be replaced. ;) But for travel and on-the-go stuff? Here’s hoping the Sony can step up to the challenge! So be on the lookout for tomorrow’s content, which will be shot entirely with the a6000. I’ll be talking a bit more about the camera, too, and asking you whether you think the photos compare!
Though I have to say: my shoulders and I are already in love. ;) Travel cameras are the best.
I did the same thing! I actually went back to a newer dSLR (so much lighter!) but I bought a mirrorless one before that to take to Europe. I couldn’t handle carrying the heavy camera around anymore.
Congrats on your camera- hope you love it!
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Nantucket? I’m so jealous. Are you a fan of Elin Hilderbrand ‘s books? Try one. They all take place in Nantucket. You’d probably like Beautiful Day
We also have a bulky DSLR camera and often just leave it home. My “fancy” camera was a big purchase when I graduated nursing school and I love having that big girl camera, but something lighter weight is a great option. Thank you for the suggestion!
So jealous! I’ve been drooling over mirrorless cameras for so long, they look amazing for travel or a nice in-between option between dslr & iphone photography!
Your photos look SO good! Glad that you’re loving it so far Kell!
Kelly, I know this is an old post, but I wondered if you looked up the A6300 vs. the A6000 before buying and what tipped the scales toward the A6000? I really love your photography and your blog so I value your opinion as I’m looking to update my own camera now! Thanks!
Stumbling upon this years later – would you still recommend this camera?