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Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens
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Capture Distant Subjects with ClarityThe Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens is designed to bring distant subjects into sharp focus. Its compact and lightweight design makes it an excellent choice for photographers on the go. Compatible with Sony Alpha Digital SLR cameras, this lens ...
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Overview
Capture Distant Subjects with Clarity
The Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens is designed to bring distant subjects into sharp focus. Its compact and lightweight design makes it an excellent choice for photographers on the go. Compatible with Sony Alpha Digital SLR cameras, this lens delivers smooth and silent autofocus performance, ensuring you never miss a shot.
Specifications:
- Brand: Sony
- Lens Type: Telephoto
- Compatible Mount: Sony/Minolta Alpha A-mount cameras
- Focal Length: 55-200mm
- Maximum Focal Length: 200 Millimeters
- Aperture: f/4-5.6
- Format Compatibility: 35 mm Full Frame, or APS-C
- Aperture: Circular
- 35mm focal length equivelant: 82.5-300mm
- Autofocus Motor: SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor)
- Closest Focus Distance: 0.95m
- Maximum Magnification: 0.29x
Key Features
Compatible with 35 mm Full Frame, or APS-C format A-mount cameras.
Small size, light weight telephoto zoom lens. Circular Aperture
35mm focal length equivelant; 82.5-300mm
Smooth and silent AF operation with built-in motor (SAM)
Closest focus distance: 0.95m; Maximum magnification: 0.29x
Please note: DT lenses are not recommended for use with the DSLR-A900
Specifications
Focal Length
55-200mm
Aperture Range
f/4-5.6
Autofocus Motor
SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor)
Closest Focus Distance
0.95m
Maximum Magnification
0.29x
Lens Mount
A-mount
Compatibility
35 mm Full Frame, APS-C format A-mount cameras
35mm Equivalent Focal Length
82.5-300mm
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- This lens features a built-in Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) for quiet and efficient focusing operation.
- Its compact and lightweight design makes it convenient for travel and extended shooting sessions.
- Offers a versatile telephoto zoom range of 55-200mm, suitable for various photographic situations.
- Compatible with both 35mm Full Frame and APS-C format A-mount cameras, offering broad system integration.
- Achieves a close focus distance of 0.95m and a maximum magnification of 0.29x for detailed shots.
👎 Cons
- The f/4-5.6 variable aperture may limit low-light performance compared to lenses with a fixed, wider aperture.
- DT lenses, including this model, are specifically not recommended for use with the DSLR-A900 camera.
- The 35mm focal length equivalent of 82.5-300mm means it's not a wide-angle lens, limiting its use for expansive scenes.
- A maximum magnification of 0.29x indicates it is not designed for true macro photography despite its close focus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of autofocus system does this Sony lens utilize?
This lens features a built-in Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM), designed to provide quiet and smooth focusing operation during use.
Is this lens suitable for both full-frame and APS-C Sony A-mount cameras?
Yes, the lens is compatible with both 35mm Full Frame and APS-C format A-mount cameras, offering versatility across different camera bodies.
What is the closest focusing distance I can achieve with this telephoto zoom lens?
The Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens has a closest focus distance of 0.95 meters.
Are there any specific camera models this lens is not recommended for?
Yes, it is explicitly noted that DT lenses, including this model, are not recommended for use with the DSLR-A900 camera body.
What is the 35mm equivalent focal length when used on an APS-C camera?
When used with an APS-C format camera, the 35mm equivalent focal length of this lens is 82.5-300mm.
Does this lens offer a constant aperture throughout its zoom range?
No, this lens has a variable aperture of f/4-5.6, meaning the maximum aperture changes as you zoom from 55mm to 200mm.
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