Quickly jumping in here... honestly, if you're actually doing *wildlife* alongside landscapes, those f/2.8 standard zooms are gonna leave you feeling pretty short. From a market perspective, Sony really nailed the sweet spot with the Sony E 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS. It’s basically the gold standard for APS-C telephotos right now—it's super light for what it is and the AF tracking on the a6700 makes it a beast for animals. If you're looking for that "one lens to rule them all" vibe to save weight, you might want to look at the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD. Well actually, usually superzooms are kind of a compromise, but this one has shifted the industry standard for what a travel zoom can do. It covers everything from wide landscapes to decent reach for wildlife. Tbh, while the Sony 16-55mm is technically better glass, you’ll miss a ton of shots if you don’t have something longer than 55mm or 70mm. It basically comes down to whether you prioritize that f/2.8 aperture or the focal range needed for actual wildlife.

For the a6700, I've found the Sony 16-55mm f/2.8 G to be the ultimate travel companion. Yes, it's pricey and lacks OSS (though the a6700's IBIS helps), but the image quality is unmatched for an APS-C zoom. If weight and size are concerns, the Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 gives you more reach for less money while still maintaining good sharpness throughout the range.

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After traveling through Southeast Asia with my a6700, I'd recommend the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8. It's compact, sharp, and significantly cheaper than Sony's 16-55mm. Paired with the Sony 10-18mm f/4 for landscapes and tight spaces, you're covered for most travel scenarios without breaking your back or bank.

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Ugh, im in the exact same boat right now. Been hunting for that perfect travel setup for my a6700 for like six months and unfortunately everything I test just feels like a massive compromise. Its been so frustrating because nothing seems to hit that sweet spot for landscapes and wildlife without being a total brick to carry. Honestly... I even tried tinkering with some old adapters and DIY setups to see if I could build my own lightweight kit but they were not as good as expected. Ngl I thought I would have found a clear answer by now but im still just as stuck as you are.

Ive spent way too much time testing setups for my own a6700 trips, and honestly, the biggest mistake I made early on was prioritizing convenience over actual optical performance. If youre hitting dusty or wet trails for landscapes, the lack of proper sealing can really mess with your internals. A few things Ive learned to avoid after some trial and error:

• Getting stuck with glass that has slow AF motors; it makes the a6700 tracking feel useless for wildlife.
• Ignoring the balance of the kit, since a front-heavy setup gets exhausting after a few hours of hiking.
• Trusting superzooms that get soft at the long end, which usually ruins those once-in-a-lifetime animal shots. If the AF cant keep up with the sensors speed, youre essentially wasting what the a6700 can do. Its better to carry a few extra grams than to come home with soft images because you tried to save weight on the wrong gear.

No way, I literally just dealt with this yesterday. Small world.