This is a lens not a camera. Sony does make good cameras for low light. Generally speaking, the images from a low megapixel camera (like an a7S III) will have less noise than images from a high megapixel camera (like an a7R III).
As far as lenses go, one with a large aperture can let in more light allowing you can keep your ISO lower. This lens can go to f/1.8 so it will perform well. 35mm may not be wide enough for astrophotography though and it may be difficult to focus on stars at f/1.8.
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Reviews are good. It's sharper than sony at 1.8. I bought the tokina 35mm 2.8 because this wasn't out yet. A lot of folks are hesitant to get this over the sony though because the quality is hit or miss. People sometimes have to exchange a few times before they will get a good lens.
How is this compare to Sony E 35 mm F1.8 OSS? I just got my Sony a6400 and looking for another lens to compliment the Sony E 18-135mm while travel.
I've been happy with the Sigma 30/1.4 on my 6400. I've heard good things about the Rokinon also and if you plan to go FF later the Rokinon might make more sense.
It's a lil sharper than the sony 35mm 1.8 but the sony has better colors plus this lens has some focus breathing where the sony does not. I got the sony for $548 through B&H edu. I would wait for that.
Bought this lens for the same price at the end of January from Adorama. Love how sharp and compact/lightweight it is. Works really well with A7iii eye autofocus.
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As far as lenses go, one with a large aperture can let in more light allowing you can keep your ISO lower. This lens can go to f/1.8 so it will perform well. 35mm may not be wide enough for astrophotography though and it may be difficult to focus on stars at f/1.8.
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It is nice - sharp wide open, fairly light and compact. No issues.
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