Best lenses for the Sony Alpha A6100
The Alpha A6100 uses the Sony E / FE mount with an APS-C sensor (1.5× crop). We picked the best lens in each category from 105 native lenses, plus a cheaper alternative where one is worth having. This body has no in-body stabilisation, so we favour stabilised lenses.
Pair the Alpha A6100 with the Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD and add the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for low light and portraits. When you need reach, the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD.
| Category | Best | Budget pick |
|---|---|---|
| Standard zoom Your everyday lens, from wide to short telephoto. | Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (26-105mm eq · £480 used) | — |
| Telephoto zoom For sport, events, wildlife at a distance and compressed portraits. | Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II (105-300mm eq · £1,800 used) | Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (105-450mm eq · £330 used) |
| Wide-angle For landscapes, architecture, interiors and the night sky. | Sony E 11mm f/1.8 (17mm eq · £380 used) | — |
| Portrait prime Flattering perspective and blurred backgrounds. | Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM (75mm eq · £1,040 used) | Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS (75mm eq · £140 used) |
| Fast standard prime Small, bright and cheap: the best first upgrade from a kit zoom. | Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art (53mm eq · £730 used) | Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (45mm eq · £210 used) |
| All-in-one travel zoom One lens for everything when you don't want to swap. | Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (27-450mm eq · £440 used) | Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC (27-300mm eq · £270 used) |
| Macro Close-up detail: insects, flowers, products and food. | Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Di III Macro VXD (135mm eq · £440 used) | — |
| Super-telephoto For birds, wildlife and motorsport. | Sony FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS (600mm eq · £7,770 used) | Sony E 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS (105-525mm eq · £580 used) |
Prices: MPB used where listed for Sony E / FE, otherwise typical new UK price (5 November 2026). Equivalent focal lengths account for the sensor size.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best lens for the Sony Alpha A6100?
For most people, a standard zoom such as the Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD, plus a fast prime like the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary.
What lenses fit the Sony Alpha A6100?
The Alpha A6100 uses the Sony E / FE mount. Our database lists 105 lenses that fit natively and 1 more with an adapter. Because of the 1.5× crop factor, a 50mm lens frames like a 75mm lens on full frame.
Is the kit lens good enough for the Alpha A6100?
Kit zooms are fine to start with. The biggest improvement usually comes from a brighter prime for low light and portraits, or a better standard zoom.
What telephoto lens should I get for the Alpha A6100?
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is our top telephoto pick; the Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD is the budget choice.