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Sony has been making mirrorless cameras since 2010, and the company now has — counting both E-mount (APS-C) and FE-mount (full-frame) — nearly 80 lenses to choose from. Combine that with the seemingly endless options from an ever-growing number of third-party manufacturers, and your head will spin trying to figure out which lenses make sense for your kit. We’ve taken on the arduous task of sorting through all of the lenses made for this camera system to provide recommendations for a basic first lens that everyone should have, plus picks for an everyday zoom , a telephoto zoom , a wide-angle zoom , a portrait lens , and a macro lens . If you don’t shoot with a Sony mirrorless camera but still want to invest in some great starter lenses, take a look at our lens guides for Canon EF- and RF-mount , Fujifilm X-mount , Nikon F-mount , and Nikon Z-mount bodies. Everything we recommend The best full-frame normal prime lens: Sony FE 50mm f/1.8. Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter ...

Trench coats possess a rare combination of practicality and glamour. First created to outfit British Army officers in the trenches of World War I , this highly functional piece of outerwear was quickly adopted by civilians, from urban sophisticates to suburban commuters. And trench coats have costarred with some of the most iconic actors on the silver screen (Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca , Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s .) This stylish and comfortable staple can accommodate layering and provides protection from the elements. Originally rendered in a khaki shade with a full-length cut, sweeping skirt, and belted waist, the trench coat has been reworked time and time again , in novelty fabrics, wild colors, and experimental silhouettes. But the classic trench is as fashionable and relevant as ever. And for this guide, we set out to find the best traditional styles for different body types, budgets, and climates. (Note: While some of our picks are water-resistant, if you’re l...

In this edition of The Gift, we’re sharing gifts to welcome spring. Plus: beautiful (fake) flowers and 24 wedding gifts you won’t find on the registry. The winters of my childhood in Maine did not play. From Thanksgiving until Easter, the flurries were flurrying, the snow banks were towering, and the no-school days were aplenty. This past winter felt like one of those winters. The internet tells us we aren’t supposed to like rugged weather, but I do like it, very much. And the best part about a helluva winter is that when spring comes — next Friday! — baby, we’ve earned it. We had our first two spring-like days this week, the sky an electric blue, the air like silk. (Of course, it’s frigid and gray now.) My optimism is undimmed. No matter what spring looks like this year — colorless and cold, drizzly and vibey, twinkling and bright — my vow is to embrace every minute. We made it through winter, and the newness of spring, in all its forms, is a gift. It’s also a nice time to reconne...

As we slowly emerge from the frost and gloom of winter into rainy spring, it can be easy to forget that sunny destinations and outdoor adventures are just around the corner. Thankfully, when we pored through this month’s big member sale at REI, our experts were happy to see some favorite warm(er) weather picks selected by our seasoned outdoor experts — gear that will set you up not only for long-awaited spring and summer trips, but also for activities like running, biking, and camping. You can find the best of the best below. Something to note: Unless price-matched by competitors, most of these deals are only available to REI Co-op members. Through March 23, members get 20% off one full-price item and an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item with the code MEMBER26 . If you’re not already a member, you can read our breakdown of whether the one-time $30 membership fee is worth it for you. from Wirecutter: Reviews for the Real World https://ift.tt/d5snWYu via IFTTT