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a Lenses

a creation

Photography is creative. A photographer must make a number of critical

choices that will determine the outcome. One of the most influential

choices is the lens itself. What is being photographed, under what lighting

conditions, and where? What lens will provide the necessary control over

composition and perspective, or how motion is captured? Which areas

of the image are to be in sharp focus and which are to be out of focus?

How will the lens function with filters that might be needed to change the

characteristics of the captured light? There is no single right answer for every

photographer and subject. The only certainties are that a choice must be

made and that more high-quality options mean more creative freedom.

Sony’s a lens lineup offers everything the creative photographer needs to

realize their vision. Economy, luxury, versatility, precision, legendary optical

performance… it’s all there. The choice is yours.

Stellar choices for photographic expression

Mid-range Telephoto

100mm (150mm)

Telephoto

200mm (300mm)

Telephoto

300mm (450mm)

Super Telephoto

400mm (600mm)

E 30mm F3.5 Macro SEL30M35

Planar T* 85mm F1.4 ZA SAL85F14Z

85mm F2.8 SAM SAL85F28

50mm F2.8 Macro SAL50M28

DT 11–18mm F4.5–5.6 SAL1118

DT 16–105mm F3.5–5.6 SAL16105

DT 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL1855

E 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 OSS SEL18200

DT 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 SAL18200

E 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 OSS LE SEL18200LE

DT 18–250mm F3.5–6.3 SAL18250

DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM SAL30M28

DT 35mm F1.8 SAM SAL35F18 DT 50mm F1.8 SAM SAL50F18

DT 55–200mm F4–5.6 SAM SAL55200-2

Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM SAL24F20Z

Vario-Sonnar T* 16–35mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL1635Z

Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16–80mm F3.5–4.5 ZA SAL1680Z

16mm F2.8 Fisheye SAL16F28

E 16mm F2.8 SEL16F28

E PZ 16-50mm F3.5–5.6 OSS SELP1650

Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA SEL24F18Z

E 35mm F1.8 OSS SEL35F18

E 50mm F1.8 OSS SEL50F18

50mm F1.4 SAL50F14

20mm F2.8 SAL20F28 28mm F2.8 SAL28F28

Vario-Sonnar T* 24–70mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL2470Z

35mm F1.4 G SAL35F14G

Mid-range Telephoto

85mm (128mm)

Ultra wide angle

11mm (16mm)

Wide angle

28mm (42mm)

Normal

50mm (75mm)

A-mount

E-mount

28–75mm F2.8 SAM SAL2875

Contents

Lenses: How they capture and control light 06

Projecting an image 06

A look inside/Read your lenses 07

Lens mount and sensor formats 08

Aperture, f-numbers and depth of field 09

Focal length, angle of view and perspective 10

Macro photography 11

Hoods and filters 12

Carl Zeiss® optics 13

Making sense of MTF 14

Choosing the right lens 15

a lens technology 16

A-mount Lenses

Zoom Lenses 18

DT 11–18mm F4.5–5.6 SAL1118 19

DT 16–50mm F2.8 SSM SAL1650 20

DT 16–105mm F3.5–5.6 SAL16105 21

DT 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL1855 22

DT 18–135mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL18135 23

DT 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 SAL18200 24

DT 18–250mm F3.5–6.3 SAL18250 25

28–75mm F2.8 SAM SAL2875 26

DT 55–200mm F4–5.6 SAM SAL55200-2 27

DT 55–300mm F4.5–5.6 SAM SAL55300 28

Fixed Focal Length Lenses 29

16mm F2.8 Fisheye SAL16F28 30

20mm F2.8 SAL20F28 31

28mm F2.8 SAL28F28 32

DT 35mm F1.8 SAM SAL35F18 33

50mm F1.4 SAL50F14 34

DT 50mm F1.8 SAM SAL50F18 35

85mm F2.8 SAM SAL85F28 36

135mm F2.8 [T4.5] STF SAL135F28 37

DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM SAL30M28 38

50mm F2.8 Macro SAL50M28 39

100mm F2.8 Macro SAL100M28 40

G Lenses 41

70–200mm F2.8 G SAL70200G 42

70–300mm F4.5–5.6 G SSM SAL70300G 43

70–400mm F4–5.6 G SSM SAL70400G 44

35mm F1.4 G SAL35F14G 45

300mm F2.8 G SSM SAL300F28G2 46

500mm F4 G SSM SAL500F4G 47

DT 16–50mm F2.8 SSM SAL1650

DT 35mm F1.8 SAM SAL35F18

Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM SAL24F20Z

E 55–210mm F 4.5–6.3 OSS SEL55210

Teleconverters

1.4x Teleconverter SAL14TC 48

2x Teleconverter SAL20TC 48

Carl Zeiss® Lenses 49

Vario-Sonnar T* 16–35mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL1635Z 50

Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16–80mm F3.5–4.5 ZA SAL1680Z 51

Vario-Sonnar T* 24–70mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL2470Z 52

Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM SAL24F20Z 53

Planar T* 85mm F1.4 ZA SAL85F14Z 54

Sonnar T* 135mm F1.8 ZA SAL135F18Z 55

E-mount Lenses Exclusive to E-mount cameras 57

E 16mm F2.8 SEL16F28 58

Fisheye Converter VCL-ECF1 59

Ultra Wide Converter VCL-ECU1 59

Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA SEL24F18Z 60

E 35mm F1.8 OSS SEL35F18 61

E 50mm F1.8 OSS SEL50F18 62

E 30mm F3.5 Macro SEL30M35 63

E 10–18mm F4 OSS SEL1018 64

E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS SELP1650 65

E 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 OSS SEL1855 66

E 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 OSS SEL18200 67

E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS LE SEL18200LE 68

E 55–210mm F4.5–6.3 OSS SEL55210 69

Main specifications of a lenses 70

a lens accessories 72

70–200mm F2.8 G SAL70200G

70–300mm F4.5–5.6 G SSM SAL70300G

70–400mm F4–5.6 G SSM SAL70400G

300mm F2.8 G SAL300F28G2

Zoom Lenses

Fixed Focal Length Lenses

G Lenses

Carl Zeiss Lenses

E-mount Lenses

* Numbers shown in parentheses

represent the effective focal length

equivalent in 35mm full-frame format

when shooting with APS-C format

interchangeable-lens digital cameras.

2x Teleconverter

SAL20TC

Fisheye Converter

VCL-ECF1

10mm (15mm)

1.4x Teleconverter

SAL14TC

Ultra Wide Converter

VCL-ECU1

12mm (18mm)

Sonnar T* 135mm F1.8 ZA SAL135F18Z

DT 55–300mm F4.5–5.6 SAM SAL55300

135mm F2.8 [T4.5] STF SAL135F28

100mm F2.8 Macro SAL100M28

DT 18–135mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL18135

Super Telephoto

500mm (750mm)

500mm F4 G SSM SAL500F4G

E 10–18mm F4 OSS SEL1018

E 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 OSS SEL1855

Zoom and focus mechanisms

The job of varying focal length in a zoom lens

requires a fairly complex mechanism that

translates zoom ring rotation into precise group

movement along the optical axis of the lens. Zoom

mechanisms must be precisely manufactured

to exacting tolerances so that all elements and

groups stay in perfect alignment throughout the

zoom range.

Focusing is sometimes accomplished by moving

the entire lens closer to or further away from

the image sensor plane, although some lenses

employ a “floating construction” in which groups

of elements move independently in order to

maintain optimum optical performance at all

shooting distances.

There is a lot of pertinent information

printed or engraved on the outside of

lenses that can help you understand their

characteristics and how to best use them.

Here are a few examples.

Read your lenses

A look inside

Lenses: How they capture and control light

The linguistic roots of the word “photography” are the Greek words meaning “light” and “drawing.” Photography is “drawing

with light,” and lenses are the brushes. After their imagination, lenses are the photographer’s primary creative tools. The way

a lens captures and presents an image to the camera’s sensor determines the visual outcome more than any other factor.

The ability to choose the right lens and use it well is one of the most important skills an aspiring photographer should acquire.

In this brief guide we’ll look at some of the basics that will help you to choose lenses that are suited to your needs, and

make the most out of them to create truly satisfying photographs.

Our eyes do it, cameras do it, even a simple

light-tight box with a tiny hole in one end will

do it: the feat of turning light into an image

can only be accomplished by first capturing

the light from a scene and projecting it onto

a surface. That surface, the “image plane,”

can be a wall, a piece of film, a sensor, or

the retina in our eye. In all cases the image

is projected upside-down and horizontally

reversed. Let’s take a look at the precursor of

modern cameras, the simplest camera of all:

the pinhole camera. In a pinhole camera a tiny

hole is all that’s needed to project an image.

To make this easier to understand, remember

that light normally travels in straight lines, then try

to imagine the subject being photographed as

being made up of a multitude of points of light of

appropriate brightness and color.

In the example in Figure 1, light from a point at

the top of the tree travels in a straight line

through the pinhole and reaches a point at

the bottom of the image plane, whereas light

from a point at the bottom of the tree ends up

at the top of the image plane after passing

through the pinhole.

The real-world scene becomes an image

projected on the image plane, upside-down

and reversed left-to-right.

If a little hole can do all of this, why do we need lenses?

Pinholes can “project” images, but they are limited and inflexible. In

order for the projected image to be sufficiently sharp, the hole must be

very small, but this also means that the projected image is very dim.

In principle, lenses work similarly to the pinhole, but they are capable

of capturing more light from each point on the subject, and therefore

project a much brighter image. A lens can also bring more light into

sharp focus. That’s helpful because it means we can use short sub-

second exposures rather than having to make sure that both the

camera and subject stay perfectly still for many minutes or even hours,

which is usually the case with a pinhole camera. Other advantages are

that lenses can be made in a variety of focal lengths from wide-angle to

capture expansive scenes or telephoto to photograph distant subjects.

Modern lenses are precision optical devices that give photographers

boundless freedom to realize their creative vision by “drawing with light.”

A pinhole camera is basically a light-tight box

with a small hole in one end

Figure 1. A simple pinhole of appropriate size

is capable of projecting a sharp but dim image

Figure 2. A lens uses the principle of “refraction”

to gather more light from the subject and project

a sharp, bright image

Projecting an image

Refraction: bending light

The physical principle that allows lenses to

gather and focus light is called “refraction.”

Refraction causes lightwaves to change speed

and direction when they pass from one medium

(air, for example) to another (glass, for example),

and allows lenses to be designed to “bend” light

in a controlled way. The “refractive index” of an

optically transparent medium is a measure of

the speed of light in that medium, and therefore

the degree to which light will be “bent” by that

medium. Optical materials that have different

refractive indices—conventional optical glass and

ED glass, for example—are sometimes combined

in lenses to achieve the desired characteristics.

This is the most basic, most important

characteristic of any lens. Focal length plays

a primary role in determining what types of

subjects and compositions the lens is suitable

for (see page 10 for more details).

Lenses marked “SAM” or ”SSM” feature

built-in motors that drive the lens’s

focusing mechanism. Lenses that

don’t have internal motors are driven

by a motor in the camera body

(see page 17 for more details).

This number represents the maximum

aperture, or “f-number,” of the lens

and tells you how “bright” the lens is

(see page 9 for more details).

Sony lenses marked “DT” (Digital

Technology) have been specifically

designed for use on APS-C format

A-mount cameras (see page 8 for

more details).

This switch lets you switch between

autofocus and manual focus modes.

Focal length

Distance scale

Autofocus drive type

Maximum aperture

Lens format

AF/MF switch

Lens element Lens group

Mount

Aperture

Lens barrel

Wide

Medium

Telephoto

Lens configuration example: 7 groups/9 elements

How lens elements and groups move in a zoom lens

Aspherical lens (see page 16 for more details)

ED glass (see page 16 for more details)

Light reflected by the subject is effectively collected

and focused by the lens elements to project an

image on the camera’s image sensor plane.

Subject

Light Lens element

Focal point

Viewfinder

Mirror

Pentaprism (flips the image so it can viewed in proper orientation)

A simplified cross section of a modern lens and a typical SLR (Single Lens Reflex) type digital camera

Image

sensor plane

Interchangeable-lens

(objective lens)

Camera

Focal length

Optical axis

Elements and groups

All modern photographic lenses are “compound”

lenses that use a number of lens “elements”

precisely mounted along the same optical axis.

The use of multiple elements allows lens designers

to effectively reduce optical aberrations so you

get nice sharp, clean images.

“Elements” are the individual pieces of specially

shaped glass that make up the lens. A “group”

consists of two or three elements that have been

glued together to function as a unit. Sometimes

groups consist of different types of glass that

have been combined in order to control some

form of aberration. Lenses are sometimes

described in terms of the number of elements

and groups they contain. You’ll hear terms such

as “7-group 9-element lens.”

Fixed focal length lenses, also known as “prime”

lenses, generally have the simplest construction

with the fewest groups and elements. Zoom

lenses require a larger number of groups/

elements to support the zoom functionality.

While most lens elements are “spherical,”

meaning that one or more surfaces form part

of a sphere, some lenses include “aspherical”

elements. Aspherical elements have more

complex shapes than simple spherical elements,

and are much more difficult and more expensive

to produce. Aspherical elements are sometimes

used in wide-angle and fast standard lenses,

where they can be effective in reducing certain

types of aberration.

TECH TALK

The distance scale indicates the

approximate distance from the

camera’s image plane to the object

that the camera is focused on.

6 7

Aperture and exposure

The aperture in a lens—also known as the

“diaphragm” or “iris”—is an ingenious piece

of mechanical engineering that provides a

variable-size opening in the optical path often

used to control the amount of light that passes

through the lens. Aperture and shutter speed are

the two primary means of controlling exposure. For

a given shutter speed, dimmer lighting will require

a larger aperture to allow more light to reach the

image sensor plane, while brighter light will require

a smaller aperture to achieve optimum exposure.

Alternatively, you could keep the same aperture

setting and change the shutter speed to achieve

similar results. The size of the opening provided by

the aperture also determines how “collimated” the

light passing through the lens is. Since this directly

affects depth of field, you’ll need to be in control of

both aperture and shutter speed to create images

that look the way you want them to.

Aperture, f-numbers and depth of field

Aperture and depth of field

“Depth of field” refers to the range between the nearest and farthest objects

in a scene that appear acceptably sharp. In extreme examples of narrow

depth of field, the in-focus depth might be just a few millimeters. At the

opposite extreme, some landscape photographs show very deep depth

of field with everything in sharp focus from just in front of the camera to

many kilometers away. Controlling depth of field is one of the most useful

techniques you have for creative photography.

Basically, larger apertures produce a narrower depth of field, so if you want to

shoot a portrait with a nicely defocused background you’ll want a wider aperture

(lower F-number). There are times when other factors come into play. Lenses of

longer focal lengths are generally capable of producing narrower depth of field.

This is partly because an F1.4 aperture in an 85mm lens, for example, is physically

larger than an F1.4 aperture in a wide-angle 24mm lens. Additionally, the

distance between objects in the scene being photographed will have an effect

on the perceived depth of field as well.

Shallow Depth of field Deep

Open (large)Aperture Close (small)

Circular aperture (see page 16 for details)

Aperture

F-number = Effective aperture

Focal length

Focal length

Shorter focal lengths only require

moderate effective apertures for

sufficient brightness

Longer focal lengths require

proportionately larger effective apertures

for the same “f-number” and brightness

Effective aperture

(size of the entrance pupil)

Effective aperture

Aperture and focal length values in the illustration are approximate.

F4

F4

F2 F2.8 F4 F5.6 F8 F11 F16 F22

25 mm

50 mm 200 mm

100 mm

“F-numbers” or “f-stops”

All lenses have a maximum and minimum

aperture, expressed as “f-numbers,” but it is the

maximum aperture that is most commonly quoted

in lens specifications. Take the Sony SAL35F14G,

for example. This is a 35mm F1.4 lens: 35mm is the

focal length and F1.4 is the maximum aperture.

But what exactly does “F1.4” mean? See the

“F-number math” box for some technical details,

but for a practical understanding it’s enough to

know that smaller f-numbers correspond to larger

apertures, and that F1.4 is about the largest

maximum aperture you’re likely to encounter on

general-purpose lenses. Lenses with a maximum

aperture of F1.4, F2, or F2.8 are generally

considered to be “fast” or “bright.”

The standard f-numbers you’ll use with camera

lenses are, from larger to smaller apertures:

1.4, 2, 2.8, 4, 5.6, 8, 11, 16, 22 and sometimes 32

(for you mathematicians those are all powers of

the square root of 2). Those are the full stops, but

you’ll also see fractional stops that correspond to a

half or a third of the full stops. Increasing the size of

the aperture by one full stop doubles the amount

of light that is allowed to pass through the lens.

Decreasing the size of the aperture by one stop

halves the amount of light reaching the sensor.

F-number math

The f-number is the focal length of the lens divided

by the effective diameter of the aperture. So in the

case of the SAL3514G lens, when the aperture is

set to its maximum of F1.4, the effective diameter of

the aperture will be 35 ÷ 1.4 = 25mm. Note that as

the focal length of the lens changes, the diameter

of the aperture at a given f-number will change

too. For example, an aperture of F1.4 in a 300mm

telephoto lens would require an effective aperture

diameter of 300 ÷ 1.4 ≈ 214mm ! That would end up

being a huge, bulky and very expensive lens, which

is why you don’t see too many long telephoto

lenses with very large maximum apertures. There’s

really no need for the photographer to know what

the actual aperture diameter is, but it’s helpful to

understand the principle.

Three keys to effective defocusing

There’s actually more to shooting images with beautifully defocused

backgrounds than simply choosing a bright lens and opening

the aperture up all the way. That’s the first “key,” but sometimes

a large aperture alone won’t produce the desired results. The

second key is the distance between your subject and the

background. If the background is very close to your subject it

might fall within the depth of field, or be so close that the amount

of defocusing isn’t sufficient. Whenever possible, keep plenty of

distance between your subject and the background you want to

defocus. The third key is the focal length of the lens you use. As

mentioned above, it’s easier to get a narrow depth of field with

longer focal lengths, so take advantage of that characteristic as

well. Many photographers find that focal lengths between about

75mm and 100mm are ideal for shooting portraits with nicely

blurred backgrounds.

TECH TALK

SHOOTING TIP

8 9

Circular aperture

(

see page 16 for details

)

Image area with

35 mm full-frame image sensor

Image area with

APS-C type sensor

Same focusing

distance (50 mm)

Lens Lens

Image sensor

plane Image sensor

plane

47° angle

of view

32° angle

of view

Lens mount and sensor formats

Sensor formats: 35mm full frame and APS-C

You may have heard the term “full-frame” in reference to cameras, but did you know it refers to the

frame size of 35mm film? The image area of a frame of 35mm film is approximately 36mm x 24mm

(“35mm” is the width of the strip of film), and that’s the size of the image sensor in a 35mm full-frame

format camera. Many interchangeable-lens digital cameras use slightly smaller “APS-C” format sensors

that measure approximately 24mm x 16mm or less. There are a number of other sensor formats,

including smaller sensors in digital point-and-shoot type cameras, but APS-C and 35mm full-frame

formats are the two most commonly used in interchangeable-lens cameras.

It is important to understand that there are two “formats” for A-mount interchangeable lenses as well.

Lenses with an image circle large enough to cover a 35mm full-frame sensor, and lenses with a smaller

image circle that is sufficient for APS-C format sensors. Sony lenses that have “DT” in the model name

are compatible with APS-C format SLR cameras only, while all other lenses will work with both APS-C and

35mm full-frame format cameras.

Sony A-mount and E-mount systems

Sony a series interchangeable-lens digital cameras are currently produced

in two categories, each of which uses a different lens mount and different

types of lenses. A-mount SLR (single lens reflex) type cameras have a more

traditional shape and utilize moving mirrors or advanced translucent

mirrors. Ultra-compact E-mount cameras don’t use reflex mirrors at all.

Despite their remarkable compactness and portability, E-mount cameras

feature APS-C format sensors and are capable of delivering image quality

on a par with A-mount cameras.

In addition to overall size, the main difference between A-mount and

E-mount lenses is their “flange back distance.” The flange back distance is

the distance from the rear of the lens to the image (sensor) plane. Since

many A-mount cameras have a reflex mirror between the rear of the lens

and the sensor, precipitating the need to have a flange back distance

that allows space for the mirror. E-mount cameras, on the other hand, are

mirror-less and therefore can be designed with a much shorter flange

back distance, allowing the body of the camera to be much smaller and

consequently the lenses as well.

*The angle of view values in this example correspond to those of a 50mm lens.

Alignment mark

Electrical contacts

Locking pin

Aperture lever

AF coupler

Flange back distance

Image sensor plane

Lens mount

Sony DT lenses

Lenses marked “DT” (Digital Technology) should

only be used on APS-C format cameras because

their image circle isn’t large enough to fully

cover a 35mm full frame sensor. If you do use a

DT lens on a full-frame camera, expect to see

a darkening of the image towards the edges of

the frame (vignetting). Although only E-mount

lenses can be directly mounted on E-mount

cameras, DT lenses can be mounted on these

cameras via an optional adaptor.

Other macro lens characteristics you should know about

Macro lenses are specifically designed to deliver optimum optical performance

at very short focusing distances, and will usually be sharpest at close range,

but that doesn’t mean that you can only use them for macro photography.

Many macro lenses are also capable of excellent performance when shooting

normal subjects at normal distances as well.

Another important characteristic of macro lenses used at short range is that

they have very narrow depth of field. That means they have to be focused very

carefully to get the desired details in perfect focus. A tripod can make focusing

easier in some situations. You might have to stop the aperture down quite a bit

to achieve sufficient depth of field with some subjects. But shallow depth of

field can be an advantage, emphasizing the essential in-focus detail while

defocusing and de-emphasizing distracting background.

16 mm

Fisheye

16 mm

Fisheye

16 mm 16 mm

(24 mm)

18 mm 18 mm

(27 mm)

24 mm 24 mm

(36 mm)

35 mm 35 mm

70 mm 70 mm

(105 mm)

100 mm 100 mm

(150 mm)

135 mm 135 mm

(205.5 mm)

250 mm 250 mm

(375 mm)

400 mm 400 mm

(600 mm)

With 35mm full-frame image sensor With APS-C type image sensor

Wide Mid-range Telephoto

Macro photography

Maximum magnification ratio

As mentioned on the previous page, the magnification of any lens is

determined by its focal length. For macro photography we are also concerned

with how close we can get to our subject. These two factors, focal length and

minimum focusing distance, determine the lens’s maximum magnification

ratio, sometimes referred to as “reproduction ratio.” The closer you can get to

your subject with a lens of a given focal length, the higher the magnification

ratio you’ll achieve.

The classic definition of a macro lens is one that has a maximum magnification

ratio of at least 1:1, or “1x” in lens specifications. This means that a subject can

be reproduced at full size on the camera’s image sensor: a 10mm object can

be projected onto the sensor as a 10mm image when the lens is sufficiently

close to the subject. A maximum magnification ratio of 1:2 or “0.5x” would

mean that the maximum size that an image of the same 10mm object could

be projected onto the sensor would be 5mm, or just half its true size.

Focal length, angle of view and perspective

Focal length

Focal length, or focal length range in the case of zooms, will usually be the

foremost consideration when choosing a lens for a specific photograph or

type of photography. The focal length of a lens determines two characteristics

that are very important to photographers: magnification and angle of view.

Longer focal lengths correspond to higher magnification, and vice-versa.

Wide-angle lenses with short focal lengths have low magnification, which

means you have to get physically close to an average-size subject to fill the

frame. But that also means you can fit large subjects in the frame without

having to shoot from a distance. Telephoto lenses with long focal lengths

have high magnification, so you can fill the frame with subjects that are

further away from the camera.

Focal length and angle of view

“Angle of view” describes how much of the scene in front of the camera will

be captured by the camera’s sensor. In slightly more technical terms, it is the

angular extent of the scene captured on the sensor, measured diagonally.

It is important to remember that angle of view is entirely determined by both

the focal length of the lens and the format of the camera’s sensor, so the

angle of view you get from any given lens will be different on 35mm full frame

and APS-C format cameras. Different lenses of equal focal length will always

have the same angle of view when used with the same-size sensor.

The “Focal length vs. angle of view” comparison to the left illustrates this

relationship for both 35mm full frame and APS-C format cameras.

Perspective

With long focal lengths, foreground and background objects will often appear

to be closer together in the final image. This effect is sometimes called “telephoto

compression,” although it is not actually caused by the lens itself. What really

happens is that when using a telephoto lens, you will need to be further away

from your subjects. As such, the distance of the subject from the background

relative to the subject’s distance from the camera lens becomes smaller and

smaller the further away the photographer stands. From that perspective

they actually are closer together! Another way of saying this is that since both

the foreground and background objects are at a considerable distance

from the camera, their relative sizes in the final image will be closer to reality.

When shooting with a wide-angle lens you normally need to get close to the

foreground subject so that it is sufficiently large in the frame, which is why

more distant objects look comparatively smaller. The difference in apparent

perspective is actually a result of how far you are from your subject.

* Focal length in ( ): equivalent focal length when mounted on

interchangeable-lens digital cameras with 35mm full-frame sensors.

Focal plane (image sensor plane)

Angle of view

(measured diagonally)

Focal length

Secondary principal point of lens

Focal length vs. angle of view

Working distance (approx. 2 cm/0.8 in. at 1x magnification)

Image sensor plane

Image sensor plane

100mm Macro lens (SAL10 0M28)

Minimum focusing distance (approx. 13 cm/5.1 in. at 1x magnification)

Working distance (approx. 16 cm/6.3 in. at 1x magnification)

Minimum focusing distance (approx. 35 cm/13.8 in. at 1x magnification)

24mm focal length,*

84° angle of view

300mm focal length,*

8° angle of view

* 35mm format equivalent

0.35x

1.0x

30mm Macro lens (SAL30M28)

Minimum focus and working distance

The “minimum focusing distance” lens specification can be confusing.

Minimum focusing distance is measured from the subject to the rear focal

point of the lens, which is at the image sensor plane in the camera body.

The term “working distance” is used to describe the distance between the

subject and the front element of the lens.

If a lens is specified as having an 0.2 meter (20 centimeter) minimum

focusing distance, for example, depending on the thickness of the

camera body and the length of the lens, you might only have a few

centimeters of working distance when focused at the minimum focusing

distance in order to take a 1:1 macro shot. Being that close to your

subject can make lighting difficult (special macro flashes and ring lights

are available to overcome this type of lighting problem), focusing can

be difficult if the subject or camera moves even slightly, and you’re likely

to scare away living subjects at such close distances. If any of those

problems occur, you need to choose a macro lens that has a longer focal

length for more working distance.

A technical definition of focal length

The focal length of a lens is defined as the distance from its secondary principal

point to its rear focal point when focus is set to infinity. The secondary principal

point is one of six “cardinal points” that are used as points of reference in an

optical lens (front and rear focal points, primary and secondary nodal points

and primary and secondary principal points). There’s no predefined location

for the secondary principal point in a compound lens—it could be somewhere

inside the lens barrel or at some point outside the barrel, depending on the

design of the lens—so there’s no easy way to accurately measure the focal

length of a lens yourself.

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Use your lens hood!

The lens hoods provided with most interchangeable-lenses are not just

accessories to be used occasionally. They are an important part of the lens’s

optical system and should always be used in order to ensure optimum

performance. There are exceptions, such as when an on-camera flash is

used and the lens hood casts a shadow, but for most shooting situations

the lens hood should be on the lens, not in your bag. If your lens has a

built-in extending hood, it should be extended when you’re shooting.

Even though a lenses are uncompromisingly designed with multi-coated

elements and other internal features that minimize flare and ghosting, these

problems can still occur if extraneous light is allowed to enter the lens. And

although the effects of flare might not be obvious in all images, it can subtly

degrade contrast and prevent you from capturing the strongest possible

image. Strong backlighting, particularly near the edge of the image, can

cause ghosts even when a lens hood is used. In such situation the only

solution is to reframe the shot so that the problematic light source is excluded.

Lens hoods block extraneous light

Any light entering the lens that does not come directly from the scene being

photographed is extraneous light that needs to be eliminated. Light that

grazes the front element at a steep angle or bounces around inside the lens

barrel will degrade image quality. A lens hood that is properly designed for

the lens on which it is used will effectively block extraneous light that does

not contribute directly to the image, ensuring that the lens will deliver the

highest resolution and contrast it is capable of. Although most lens hoods

for normal to telephoto focal lengths are basic round designs, lens hoods

for wide angle lenses often have a “petal” shape that is designed to block

unwanted light without intruding into the corners of image area.

Visible ghosts

Protar®

(1890-)

Planar®

(1896 -)

Tessar®

(1902-)

Sonnar®

(1929-)

Uncoated lensCarl Zeiss coated lens

Carl Zeiss® optics

For many photo enthusiasts, Carl Zeiss lenses have long been the ultimate

choice. Many models are available, but the only autofocus Zeiss lenses

currently available for use on interchangeable-lens digital cameras are

those that have been created through close cooperation between Carl Zeiss

AG and Sony for the a series cameras.

The unmatched T* (T-star) coating

The fact that lens coating technology—vapor deposition of a thin, even

coating on the lens surface to reduce reflections and maximize transmission—

was originally a Carl Zeiss patent is well known. The Carl Zeiss company also

developed and proved the efficacy of multi-layer coatings for photographic

lenses, and this is the technology that became the T* coating.

Until the introduction of coated lenses, the lens surface would reflect a large

percentage of the incoming light, thus reducing transmission and making

it difficult to use multiple elements in lens designs. Effective coatings made

it possible to design more complex optics that delivered significantly

improved performance. Reduced internal reflection contributed to minimum

flare and high contrast.

The Carl Zeiss T* coating is not simply applied to any lens. The T* symbol

only appears on multi-element lenses in which the required performance

has been achieved throughout the entire optical path, and it is therefore a

guarantee of the highest quality.

The scientific approach

It was Ernst Abbe of Carl Zeiss AG who first

applied scientific principles to lens design, rather

than relying on trial-and-error experience. A

significant portion of the history of photographic

lens development centers on the Protar, Planar

and Sonnar designs that featured advanced

optical paths based on those principles. In many

ways the history of Carl Zeiss AG is the history

of photographic lenses.

Hoods and filters

Neutral density filters

Sometimes the light is so bright that you’re forced to use smaller apertures or

faster shutter speeds than you want to. Neutral density (ND) filters reduce the

amount of light entering the lens without affecting the color or tonal balance

in any way, and can be very useful in this type of situation. Suppose you

want to shoot a waterfall using a shutter speed that’s slow enough to blur the

moving water and create a sense of motion, but the lighting at the scene is

too bright. An ND filter will reduce the light intensity so that you can use the

relatively slow shutter speed required to achieve the desired effect.

Circular polarizing filters for

improved contrast and color

Circular polarizing (PL) filters can be used to eliminate reflections and glare

from reflective surfaces such as glass and water, but landscape photographers

find them most useful for increasing contrast and saturation in skies, foliage and

other icons of the landscape genre. In all cases the filter works by eliminating

reflections, but in the latter, it is eliminating reflections from airborne dust and

water vapor, thus removing a veil of glare and allowing the true colors of the

scene to come through.

Light source Light source

Reduced reflection Uncontrolled reflection

Image sensor Image sensor

Without lens hood (flare, poor contrast)

Extraneous light

Lens hood

Without ND filter With ND filter

(reduced light for slower shutter speed)

Enlarged view No ghosts

With lens hood (no flare, high contrast)

Petal hood Round hood

Without circular PL filter

(reduced contrast)

With circular PL filter

(increased contrast and deep saturation)

Light needed for

image formation

How lens hoods work

The Carl Zeiss lenses that started it all

Protar

Developed by Dr. Paul Rudolph in 1890, this

lens was one of the original Anastigmat series.

The design was named “Protar” (from the Latin

“proto,” or “first”/”origin”) in 1900. The front

group was a standard achromatic combination

of low-refractive-index crown glass and high-

refractive-index flint glass, but the rear group

was an innovative achromatic doublet using

Jena glass, with high-refractive-index crown

glass and low-refractive-index flint glass. The front

and rear elements were located on either side

of the diaphragm,

effectively suppressing

chromatic aberration.

This design evolved to

become the Unar lens

and later the Tessar.

Planar

Another Paul Rudolph design, developed in 1897.

Initially this design was called the “Anastigmat

Series IA.” It features a symmetrical 6-element

4-group Gaussian design that facilitates the use

of large apertures. The “Planar” name is derived

from the flatness of the image. Planar lenses are

appreciated for their superb image depth and

rich color reproduction.

The Carl Zeiss traditions of innovative technology

and uncompromising quality are alive in

today’s a series lenses as well.

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Snapshots

The term “snapshot” refers to

any photo opportunity that

arises spontaneously. You’re

shooting snapshots when you

take your camera for a walk

in the park, or on vacation, or

even when you’re in “serious”

street-shooting mode. The key is to capture the moment, and that requires

mobility and speed. Some photographers prefer to use a prime lens with a

focal length they’re comfortable with for this type of shooting: a “simple is

faster and better” approach. Others choose a compact mid-range zoom like

the 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875) for maximum versatility. If you’re going to

be shooting snaps indoors or in evening or early morning light you’ll want to

choose a lens with a large maximum aperture.

Wildlife

Since you can rarely get close,

super-telephoto is the first focal

length choice for shooting

wildlife. Of course you won’t

need that much magnification

if you’re shooting pets at

home, but in the wild you’ll

want to be as far away as possible, to avoid scaring off your subject and for

safety. The 300mm F2.8 G telephoto prime (SAL300F28G) with the 1.4x or 2x

Teleconverter (SAL14TC or SAL20TC) is probably the most suitable choice.

Not only does that combination give you the reach you’ll need, but the quiet,

responsive operation of the SSM autofocus drive will be an advantage as

well. Hint: the above lens/teleconverter combination will give you even more

reach when used on an APS-C format body.

Resolution, contrast and sharpness

Although it is possible to have high resolution and low contrast, or vice versa, in the

context of MTF measurements these terms mean almost the same thing. Both good

resolution and contrast are necessary for a lens to be perceived as “sharp.” We’re

talking about “micro-contrast” here, which is the ability of a lens to differentiate

between tiny details that have similar tonal values. Micro-contrast is different from

global contrast, the overall range of tones in an image that people usually associate

with the term “contrast.” MTF measurements are useful because they show us the

relationship between a lens’s resolution and contrast in graphic form that makes it

easy to judge how the lens will perform in real-world applications.

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Choosing the right lens

Portraits

For most portraits, the person

being photographed is the

most important element of

the photograph, so it can be

effective to de-emphasize

other non-essential elements.

The usual way of doing this is

to defocus the background so the viewer gets a sense of location without

being distracted from the main subject by too much surrounding detail.

Choose a lens that has a large maximum aperture and a focal length

between about 75mm and 150mm for flattering perspective, and so that

you don’t have to get uncomfortably close to your subject. The Planar T*

85mm F1.4 ZA (SAL8514Z), DT 50mm F1.8 SAM (SAL50F18), 85mm F2.8 SAM

(SAL85F28), 135mm F2.8 [T4.5] STF (SAL135F28) and E-mount 50mm F1.8

(SEL50F18) are excellent choices for this type of photography.

Macro and close-ups

“True” macro lenses that can

be used to shoot extremely

clear, detailed images of very

tiny subjects have a maximum

magnification ratio of 1:1 (1x),

and that limits your choices.

Use the DT 30mm F2.8 Macro

SAM (SAL30M28), 50mm F2.8 Macro (SAL50M28), or E-mount 30mm F3.5

(SEL30M35) for stationary subjects that you can get very close to, or the

100mm F2.8 Macro (SAL100M28) where a bit more working distance is

required. You can also shoot impressive close-ups such as flowers with any

lens that has a maximum magnification ratio of about 0.25x or more and a

sufficiently short minimum focusing distance. The 75-300mm F4.5-5.6 zoom

(SAL75300) is good for this type of close-up shooting, or you could use the

70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G SSM (SAL70300G) for truly stunning image quality.

Sports

Since sports almost invariably

involve fast action, usually at

a distance, you’ll want to use

a telephoto lens that’s “fast”

enough to allow the use of

action-freezing shutter speeds.

The 300mm F2.8 G telephoto

prime (SAL300F28G) is an outstanding choice for this genre, but if you want

the framing versatility of a zoom the 70-200mm F2.8 G (SAL70200G) is a great

alternative. You could even use the SAL14TC 1.4x Teleconverter or SAL20TC 2x

Teleconverter with either of these lenses to provide more reach for distance

subjects or to grab close-ups of the action. Of course there are always

exceptions: if you can get close to the action you might be able to use a fast

wide-angle prime or zoom to capture a more dynamic perspective.

In the product pages that follow, this star icon identifies lenses: prime lenses that offer outstanding value in

compact, lightweight designs that are ideal for photographers at all levels. Each lens in the series is suited for a

particular type of photography, such as portraiture or macro, for example.

Landscapes

Although you can use

anything from wide angle to

telephoto lenses for landscape

photography, you’ll probably

get the most use out of wide

lenses that can capture the

grandeur and scale of nature

at its best. A wide-angle zoom such as the Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA

SSM (SAL1635Z) would be an excellent choice because it covers a range

of focal lengths that are extremely useful for landscape photography with

outstanding resolution and contrast. Stopped down to F8 or F11 lenses in

this focal length range will give you sufficient depth of field to keep the entire

scene in sharp focus. Hint: include prominent foreground objects to give your

landscape images a greater sense of scale.

Those MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) graphs that often accompany

lens specifications are really not as impenetrable as they look, and they can

give you a good idea of how a lens will perform, so it might be worth taking

a few minutes to learn what they mean.

MTF describes a lens’s ability to resolve finely spaced black and white lines

printed on a test target. As the lines get closer together they start to blur and

blend together as the limits of the lens’s resolving ability are reached. MTF

is plotted for multiple levels of subject detail (Y axis) at a number of points

from the optical center of the lens to its periphery (X axis). The more lines per

millimeter the lens can resolve, the better the resolution and contrast of the

lens.* This resolving power is expressed as line pairs per millimeter (lp/mm),

and sometimes as the more scientific sounding “spatial frequency.”

* For more info about these closely related terms, refer to the “Resolution, contrast

and sharpness” column below.

Take a look at the sample chart below to see how it all works to describe

lens performance. The solid green line shows radial contrast values for 10

lp/mm detail with the lens wide open. The line is almost flat, indicating

that resolution is constant at approximately 93% from the center to the

periphery of the lens. Very good. The solid red line shows contrast with the

same parameters except that the aperture has been stopped down to F8.

The red line is higher than the green line, indicating that stopping down has

improved resolution somewhat.

Basically, the higher and flatter the line, the better the performance for the

corresponding set of parameters. The smaller the distance between the

green and red lines, the more consistent the performance of the lens is over

a range of aperture settings. The smaller the gap between the solid and

dotted lines, the more attractive the defocusing is likely to be.

That’s really all you need to know to glean useful information from an MTF

chart. Just remember that comparing MTF graphs of different lenses is really

only meaningful if both lenses have similar focal lengths.

The X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) axes of the chart

correspond to the following values:

• X:  Distance from the optical center of the lens to

a point near its periphery, measured in millimeters.

• Y:  The degree of contrast measured at each point, 

expressed as a percentage.

A number of parameters are represented by different line types on

the MTF chart, as defined by a legend that accompanies each

chart. Those parameters are:

•   Two lp/mm values: often 10 lines per millimeter and 30 lines 

per millimeter.

•  Two different aperture settings: lens wide open and F8.

•   Two orientations of line pairs in relation to the lens: “R” (radial =

lines parallel to the radius of the lens), and “T” (tangential = lines

perpendicular to the radius of the lens).

All of the MTF charts that accompany the lens descriptions in the latter part of this brochure follow these conventions.

Indicates excellent performance

with high contrast and resolution

at the center of the lens.

Indicates the level to which

resolution and contrast are

maintained at the periphery

of the lens.

Making sense of MTF

Green: Contrast value at maximum aperture

Red: Contrast value at F8

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Internal focusing mechanism

In this type of lens, focusing is achieved by moving only the internal elements.

The overall length of the lens remains constant, and the filter mounting

thread at the front of the lens remains stationary during focusing. The latter

characteristic is an advantage when using a polarizing filter. Other advantages

include fast autofocus response and reduced minimum focusing distances.

SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor)

SAM is another type of internal lens motor for autofocus drive. While the SSM

motor described above is piezoelectric, the SAM motor is electromagnetic in

operation, but provides similar benefits: responsive autofocus operation that

does not require mechanical coupling from the camera body.

Auto clutch

The auto clutch mechanism decouples the focus ring so that it does not

rotate during autofocus operation. This allows the lens to be cradled in one

hand without interfering with autofocus operation, for improved shooting

comfort and versatility.

Circular aperture

Standard lens apertures appear as a flat-sided polygon when the lens is

stepped down, the number of sides corresponding to the number of blades

in the aperture. This results in the familiar polygonal out-of-focus highlights

seen in many photographs. Almost all a lenses feature a unique circular

aperture that contributes to smooth, natural defocusing.

Floating lens mechanism

This focusing feature is particularly important in certain lenses that are

designed for close focusing. It maintains optimum lens performance and

therefore maximum sharpness right down to the minimum focusing distance

by moving “floating” elements independently when focusing, rather than

moving the entire optical assembly as a whole.

Focus hold button

Press this button to lock focus at the current

setting. The focus hold button is on the lens

barrel right under your fingertip for convenient,

fast operation.

Rear focusing mechanism

This focusing configuration has similar advantages to internal focusing,

described above, but focusing is achieved by moving the rear lens elements

rather than the internal elements.

A

A

a

a

b

b

c

c

Apodization optical element

Defocusing of STF lens

(around focus point “a”)

Defocusing of conventional

lens (around focus point “a”)

STF lens

Conventional lens

a lens technology

The technology required to produce first-class interchangeable camera lenses is very sophisticated indeed, and that

applies to every phase of the production process from design through precision parts manufacturing and assembly to

stringent quality assurance testing and more. Sony brings a distinguished history of excellence in all of these areas to

bear in producing the a lenses. You’ll feel the difference in the way a lenses handle, and you’ll see the difference in

the superior image quality they deliver.

Conventional glassSpherical lens

Conventional aperture Circular aperture

Image

sensor

plane

Image

sensor

plane

Aspherical lens ED glass Super ED glass

Image sensor

plane

Image sensor

plane

Image sensor

plane

Comparison of aperture design

Aspherical lens elements

Spherical aberration, slight misalignment at

the image plane between light that has passed

through the center and periphery of a simple

spherical lens, can become a noticeable

problem in large-aperture lenses. The most

effective solution is to use one or more specially

shaped aspherical elements near the aperture

stop to restore perfect alignment at the image

plane, thus maintaining high contrast even

with the aperture wide open. Aspherical lenses

arranged far from the aperture stop can minimize image distortion and flatness

of the image plane. Well-designed aspherical lens can reduce the number of

elements in the lens for less overall size and weight.

Focus range limiter

This feature can be used to limit focus range

when you need the quickest possible autofocus

response. On some lenses a single “limit” range will

match the characteristics of the lens (near focus

limit on macro lenses, for example), while some

lenses have a “near/far” limit range switch.

STF lens

A unique a lens feature currently available only in the SAL135F28, STF

(Smooth Trans Focus) is an optical technology that is aimed specifically at

creating the smoothest, most visually pleasing defocusing effect possible

while retaining full resolution and contrast at in-focus areas. STF technology

employs a special “apodization” element that causes the intensity of

defocused point light sources to fade out radially so that no sharply defined

edges or geometry remain. The result is extraordinarily creamy defocusing

that goes beyond the capabilities of conventional lens technology.

SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor)

SSM is an advanced direct-drive piezoelectric motor that is capable of

delivering high torque even at low speeds, with almost instantaneous start/

stop response. Its fast response and low-noise operation translate directly into

quick, quiet autofocus operation. SSM lenses also include position detection

for enhanced focusing precision. Other advantages of this advanced drive

system are that the focus ring does not rotate during autofocus operation, and

you can directly switch to manual focusing by simply rotating the focus ring.

ED and Super ED glass

Chromatic aberration in conventional

optical glass elements can reduce contrast,

resolution, and color fidelity, particularly at

longer focal lengths. ED (Extra-low Dispersion)

and Super ED glass were developed with

refractive index and dispersion characteristics

specially tailored to counter this problem.

Lenses that include ED or Super ED glass

elements provide superior contrast and

resolution throughout the image even at

large aperture settings.

SSM consists of a rotor (left), and a stator (right) on which plexoelectric

elements are mounted.

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Piezoelectric

element

Stator

Rotor

RotorStator

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Phase A

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The advent of the digital age—both in terms of photography

itself and the tools used for optical design—has made high-

performance zoom lenses more accessible and easier to

use than ever before. Not only are zoom lenses a great way

to be ready for any photo opportunity, but the freedom to

rapidly change framing and composition without having

to change the camera position offers creative flexibility

that is just too appealing to ignore. In many situations, that

speed and freedom can be the key to grabbing shots that

would otherwise be missed. Advanced Sony design and

manufacturing technology delivers outstanding image

quality with unparalleled zoom versatility and convenience.

Zoom Lenses

Wide-angle zoom

DT 11–18mm F4.5–5.6 SA L1118

This lens fits squarely in the “wide zoom” category, offering a range of

focal lengths that are indispensable for serious indoor and architectural

photography as well as any other situation that demands wide-angle

coverage. City scenes, crowded markets, historical ruins… all of these are

subjects that can benefit from the wide perspectives this lens provides.

It’s also a great lens for shooting dynamic images with deep perspective.

Although wide angles present more opportunities for image-degrading

lens flare, the SAL1118 features special elements and design that reduce

flare and aberrations to a minimum for crisp, high-contrast images even

under difficult conditions.

•   Weight (approx): 360 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 83 x 80.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.125x

One ED glass element and three aspherical elements for superior image quality

High contrast throughout zoom range

Flare and aberrations effectively subdued

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

35mm equivalent focal length: 16.5–27mm

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Mid-range zoom

DT 16–50mm F2.8 SSM SAL1650

The SAL1650 packs first-class optical performance and a versatile

zoom range into a lens that is remarkably compact and lightweight.

At the wide end you have a 16mm focal length that is ideal for

interiors, sweeping landscapes, or creating visual impact with powerful

perspective. Zoom out to the 50mm end for mid-range telephoto reach

that can bring details and distant subjects closer. What’s more, you have

a constant F2.8 maximum aperture throughout the entire zoom range.

That makes shooting in low light easy, especially when the lens is used

with a body that includes SteadyShot INSIDE™ body-integrated image

stabilization. A large maximum aperture also provides plenty of margin

to stop down for increased depth of field or to freeze fast motion. The

SAL1650 additionally features a circular aperture that, combined with

the F2.8 maximum aperture, contributes to beautiful defocusing effects.

•   Weight (approx): 577 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. X L): 81 x 88 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.2x

Three ED glass elements and two aspherical elements for superior image quality

Bright constant F2.8 maximum aperture

SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) for fast, quiet autofocus operation

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

Dust and weather resistant design

35mm equivalent focal length: 24–75mm

Aspherical lens ED glass

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Mid-range zoom

DT 16–105mm F3.5–5.6 SAL16105

Zoom range can be a very subjective and personal choice, hinging on

individual shooting style and preferred subjects. The 16–105mm range

of this lens is a “sweet spot” for many photographers, wide enough at

the 16mm end to capture indoor scenes and long enough at 105mm

to fill the frame with relatively distant subjects. Comfortable handling is

another plus, facilitated by a compact, lightweight design and an auto-

clutch mechanism that prevents focus ring rotation during autofocus

operation, so you can comfortably cradle the lens in your hand while

shooting. Of course comfort isn’t everything. A precision optical design

delivers superb image quality throughout the entire zoom range.

•   Weight (approx): 470 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 72 x 83 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.23x

One ED glass element and two aspherical elements for superior

image quality

High resolution and contrast throughout zoom range

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

Focus ring with auto clutch does not rotate during autofocus

35mm equivalent focal length: 24–157.5mm

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Mid-range zoom

DT 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL1855

If you’re the kind of photo enthusiast who likes to carry a camera at all times,

whether actively shooting or not, you probably want one small, lightweight

lens that won’t be a burden while walking around but will deliver top quality

and versatility when a photographic opportunity arises. The SAL1855 is the

smallest and lightest zoom in this series, weighing in at only 210 grams while

offering an 18–55mm focal length range that will cover most day-to-day

subjects. It also features a minimum focusing distance of just 25 centimeters

that, combined with 0.34x maximum magnification, will let you get close

and explore details. If you want to be prepared for a wider range of subjects

the SAL1855 is the perfect companion for the SAL55200-2, the pair providing

excellent optical performance from 18mm to 200mm.

•   Weight (approx): 210 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 69.5 x 69 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.34x

One ED glass element and two aspherical elements for superior

image quality

0.25m min. focus plus 0.34x max. magnification for close-ups

Responsive internal SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor) autofocus drive

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

35mm equivalent focal length: 27–82.5mm

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DT 18–135mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL18135

Developed to provide the most ideal focal range for normal use—

covering frequently-used focal lengths between 18mm and 135mm—

the Sony SAL18135 mid-range zoom lens enables rich expression for a

wide range of shots. Direct Manual Focus (DMF) allows you to switch

between AF and MF without removing your eyes from the viewfinder

to seize fleeting photo ops with ease. Plus, enjoy smooth and quiet AF

thanks to the Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM), which also improves AF

response when shooting moving subjects. And with a single ED glass

lens element as well as a pair of Aspherical lens elements, the SAL18135

delivers images with low levels of color aberration for excellent image

quality in any setting.

•   Weight (approx): 398 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 76 x 86 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x

DT 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 mid-range zoom lens

DT lens design for optimum DSLR performance

Silent, high-speed AF drive via SAM

Excellent wide-angle to long telephoto shots

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DT 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 SAL1820 0

It will take you from a wide scene-spanning 18mm to far-reaching

200mm telephoto that will let you zoom in on distant subjects, yet the

SAL18200 weighs only 405 grams and is no larger than many zooms

of more limited range. For these reasons it is an excellent choice for

photographers who want to cover as many situations as possible

without having to change lenses. In addition to being an outstanding

one-lens solution, it features a refined optical design that ensures

excellent sharpness and contrast throughout the image at all focal

lengths, so you can shoot with confidence in any situation that arises.

•   Weight (approx): 405 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 73 x 85.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.27x

Two ED glass elements and three aspherical elements for superior image quality

Broad zoom range in a compact, lightweight lens

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Internal focusing for fast autofocus and short min. focus distance

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DT 18–250mm F3.5–6.3 SAL18250

Although similar to the SAL18200 in zoom range and performance, the

SAL18250 offers a bit more “reach” at the long end that can make a

significant difference if you’re shooting sports or wildlife, for example.

The tradeoff is a small increase in weight and size, but if you need the

extra range the difference is worth it. You get the same outstanding

clarity and contrast from the wide 18mm end to full 250mm telephoto,

making this lens one of the most useful and versatile for APS-C format

cameras and an extremely wide spectrum of subjects.

•   Weight (approx): 440 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 75 x 86 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.29x

Two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements for superior image quality

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Mid-range zoom

28–75mm F2.8 SAM SAL2875

If you use a 35mm full frame format camera body, this award-winning* lens

offers an ideal balance of brightness, zoom range and image quality for a

wide range of situations you’re likely to encounter in everyday shooting. The

fact that it features a constant, bright F2.8 maximum aperture at all focal

lengths offers significant advantages for hand held and low light shooting,

as well as for creating gorgeous defocused backgrounds. But you never

know when you might need to go a bit longer, so if there’s room in your

bag consider taking the 75–300mm SAL75300 along as well: the SAL2875

plus SAL75300 combination gives you a full-frame focal length range from

28mm to 300mm.

•   Weight (approx): 565 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 77.5 x 94 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.22x

* The SAL2875 received the

2010 TIPA Best Expert Lens award.

Three ED glass elements and four apherical

elements for superior image quality

Bright constant F2.8 maximum aperture

Responsive internal SAM (Smooth Autofocus

Motor) autofocus drive

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DT 55–200mm F4–5.6 SAM SAL55200-2

Covering the medium to telephoto stretch of the “standard” zoom range

with ample F5.6 brightness at the 200mm end, this lens is a lightweight,

easy handling choice for shooting sports and other subjects that require

some telephoto reach. On an APS-C format camera the 35mm equivalent

focal length at the telephoto end is 300mm, which is long enough to

capture tight shots of the action. In terms of compact, lightweight design

and optical performance, the SAL55200-2 is an ideal companion for the

18–55mm SAL1855. The pair is light enough to be carried comfortably,

providing outstanding image quality from 18mm to 200mm.

•   Weight (approx): 305 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 71.5 x 85 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.29x

One ED glass element for superior image quality

Medium to telephoto range in a lightweight lens

9-blade circular aperture for attractive defocusing

Responsive internal SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor) autofocus drive

35mm equivalent focal length: 82.5–300mm

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Telephoto zoom

DT 55–300mm F4.5–5.6 SAM SAL55300

Get a superb all-purpose telephoto zoom lens at a great value with the

Sony SAL55300 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6 lens. An excellent all-around addition

to your kit, this lens covers the medium- to long-distance telephoto range

used most often by family photographers. It also provides close minimum

focusing distance of about 4.5 feet (1.4m) ideal for tight shots of people,

natural subjects and close-up details. Its compact, lightweight design

makes it easy to carry as your standard or accessory lens. All your shots

will benefit from the Sony Super SteadyShot® image stabilization system

built into your Sony Alpha DSLR camera. (35mm equivalent: 82.5-450mm)

•   Weight (approx): 460 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 77 x 116.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.27x

Compact, lightweight design

Superb value and performance

Zoom range: 55-300 mm

4.5 (1.4 m) minimum focus

ED Glass for sharp imaging

Fixed focal length lenses, commonly known as "prime lens"

or simply as "primes," can complement your photographic

vision in a number of ways. Although most of the focal

lengths offered are also available with zoom lenses, some

special-purpose lenses are only available as primes: fisheye

lenses and most true macro lenses are examples. And

since the optical path only needs to work at one focal

length, it can be optimized to deliver a level of optical

performance that is a cut above the average zoom. But

many photographers like working with a fixed focal length

simply because it always gives them the same angle of view

and perspective, making it easier to pre-visualize what the

camera will see and thus providing the most consistent,

intuitive shooting experience.

Fixed Focal Length Lenses

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16mm F2.8 Fisheye SAL16F28

Once a scientific tool but now a favorite of creative photographers,

fisheye lenses forgo the restraints of rectilinear perspective—the

complex “correction” that is required to keep straight lines looking

straight—to deliver expansive images that cover an extremely wide

angle of view with curvilinear perspective. The SAL16F28 provides

an extremely wide 180° angle of view on 35mm full-frame format

cameras (110° on APS-C format cameras). In addition to eye-catching

interpretations of reality, it offers extended depth of field so that you

can capture huge vistas in which everything from 20 centimeters to

infinity is sharp, even at maximum aperture. Since the bulging front

element and wide angle of view prevent the use of external screw-in

filters, four selectable internal filter settings are provided: normal, O56

monochrome, B12 red reduction and A12 blue reduction.

•   Weight (approx): 400 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 75 x 66.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.15x

180° angle of view on full-frame cameras

Curvilinear perspective for unique, expansive images

Crisp image quality throughout the focus range

Four selectable internal filter settings

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20mm F2.8 SAL20F28

This rigorously corrected lens gives you a wide angle of view for images

that benefit from dramatic perspective with minimum distortion. It’s an ideal

choice for covering spread-out scenes that you can’t get far enough way

from to cover with a “normal” lens. But there’s more: since it has extended

depth of field that can keep everything from 25 centimeters to infinity in crisp

focus, you can create exaggerated perspective by including very close and

very distant objects in the frame. Close objects will loom large, while distant

objects appear to recede markedly into the distance. Meticulous attention

has been paid to minimizing flare and internal reflections in this advanced

design, with the result that excellent sharpness and contrast are maintained

through the image.

•   Weight (approx): 285 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 78 x 53.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.13x

Wide 94° angle of view on full-frame cameras

Precisely corrected for natural perspective

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Wide angle

28mm F2.8 SAL28F28

28 millimeters is an extremely versatile focal length that can be useful in

a wide variety of situations on both full frame and APS-C format cameras.

On a 35mm full frame format camera, 28mm is wide enough to allow

comfortable shooting indoors or on the street without producing forced

perspective. On an APS-C format camera 28mm is equivalent to a focal

length of 42mm, which is close to “normal” in terms of angle-of-view and

perspective. For photo enthusiasts who use either or both types of bodies,

this lens is a must-have! It’s compact and lightweight, and is a versatile,

convenient choice for use either as a main or second lens.

•   Weight (approx): 185 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 65.5 x 42.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.13x

Excellent contrast and resolution

Compact, lightweight design

Built-in slide-out lens hood

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DT 35mm F1.8 SAM SAL35F18

There’s a very good reason why 35mm is one of the most popular focal

lengths for use on APS-C format cameras. The full-frame equivalent

focal length is 52.5mm, providing “normal” perspective—similar to that

experienced with the naked eye—and an angle of view that is suitable

for an extremely wide range of subjects. You can shoot anything from

landscapes to portraits with this lens, without ever feeling that the

perspective is too forced or too flat, or that objects appear distorted. The

large F1.8 maximum aperture is another advantage: bright enough to

allow hand-held shooting in low light, and capable of producing smooth

defocusing effects that can add depth and artistic elegance to your

images. As a bonus, the SAL35F18 weighs a mere 170 grams, making it

unobtrusive on the camera, in a bag, or even in a pocket!

•   Weight (approx): 170 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 70 x 52 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x

Excellent sharpness and contrast throughout the image

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50mm F1.4 SAL50F14

50mm focal length with a maximum aperture of F1.4: this quintessential

fast “normal” lens formula has produced some of the greatest

photographic masterpieces in history, and continues to serve as a

photographic standard to this day. Of course not all 50mm F1.4 lenses

are created equal, and the stunning clarity and contrast delivered

by the SAL50F14 proves that it is one of the finest in its class. While the

in-focus plane is sharp from corner to corner, the combination of F1.4

maximum aperture and circular aperture design makes it possible to elicit

silky-smooth defocusing effects to enhance dimensionality and isolate

important visual elements. This is a lens that should be part of every

serious photo enthusiast’s palette.

•   Weight (approx): 220 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 65.5 x 43 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.15x

Flare effectively controlled for high contrast

Outstanding corner-to-corner resolution

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DT 50mm F1.8 SAM SAL50F18

On APS-C format cameras, for which it is specifically designed, the

SAL50F18 functions as a moderate telephoto lens (equivalent to 75mm on

a full-frame camera) that can be ideal for shooting portraits as well as for

framing and isolating areas of interest in broader, busier scenes. Not only

can you isolate the desired subject matter by framing, but you can also

take advantage of the lens’s large F1.8 maximum aperture and circular

aperture design to isolate your subject from the background by using

defocusing. The large maximum aperture also facilitates shooting in low

light, a capability that is further enhanced by SteadyShot INSIDE™ image

stabilization featured in a series bodies.

•   Weight (approx): 170 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 70 x 45 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.2x

Compact, lightweight and eminently portable

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Mid-range telephoto

85mm F2.8 SAM SAL85F28

Photographers often choose a large-aperture 85mm lens for portraits for

two compelling reasons. First, the 85mm focal length makes it easy to fill

the frame with the subject from a comfortable distance, without getting

so close that unflattering distortion occurs. And second, a large maximum

aperture works with the medium-long focal length to create beautifully

defocused backgrounds, so that the subject seems to “pop” out of the

image. The SAL85F28 is just such a lens. But it’s not just limited to portraits. It’s

a great choice for any situation where you want a bit more magnification

than a “standard” focal length provides. And the fact that it is light and

compact means that it’s easy to take along as a second lens.

•   Weight (approx): 175 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 70 x 50 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.2x

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Excellent corner-to-corner sharpness

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135mm F2.8 [T4.5] STF SAL135F28

This unique lens has been specifically designed to deliver smooth

transitions between crisp in-focus areas and creamily defocused

background and foreground areas. It uses special apodization* optics

to produce images that seem to have an extra dimension, with high

resolution at the plane of focus, gradually melting away to beautifully

diffused out of focus rendition. With some lenses highlights in defocused

areas can be distracting, but with this unique Smooth Trans Focus design

they retain their natural shape in a way that doesn’t detract from the

defocused background or foreground, and there’s no ugly double-line

defocusing. The SAL135F28 promises a one-of-a-kind photographic

experience. A manual aperture ring is provided for direct, hands-on

defocusing control.

•   Weight (approx): 730 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 80 x 99 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x

* “Apodization” is the technical term for changing the shape of a mathematical

function; in this case the optical transmission characteristics of the lens.

•  For details of STF technology. See pg.17.

Unique Smooth Trans Focus design featuring apodization optics

Sharp in-focus areas with extra-smooth background and

foreground defocusing

Smooth, natural highlight diffusion

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Macro

DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM SAL30M28

If you shoot with an APS-C format camera and want a lightweight,

compact lens that will handle snapshots and portraits plus macro

photography as well, this is it. The 35mm equivalent focal length of this

lens is a distinctly “normal” 45mm, making it a good choice for general

photography. But when an exquisite little detail catches your eye, you can

move in as close as 2 centimeters from your subject to capture macro

images with up to 1:1 magnification. The details you focus on will be

astonishingly sharp, while the out-of-focus background dissolves into a

creamy blur that can really make the details stand out. The SAL30M28 is

only 45 millimeters long and weighs a discreet 150 grams, so it can stay

on your camera or in your bag at all times without getting in the way.

•   Weight (approx): 150 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 70 x 45 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 1.0x

2cm working distance lets you get really close

Precision optics deliver excellent sharpness and contrast

Compact, lightweight, portable design

Responsive internal SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor) autofocus drive

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50mm F2.8 Macro SAL50M28

Photographers who are attracted to details need a lens that lets them

get in close when necessary, filling the frame with their diminutive but

fascinating subjects. A lens like the SAL50M28, with a minimum focusing

distance of just 20 centimeters and up to 1:1 magnification, can open

up a world of creative possibilities. But there’s no need to change

lenses when you want to go back to shooting at normal distances.

The SAL50M28 offers outstanding optical performance for general

photography as well, and its 50mm focal length is a very versatile choice

for 35mm full frame format cameras. On APS-C format cameras you get a

little more reach, which can be advantageous for some normal subjects

as well as macro shooting.

•   Weight (approx): 295 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 71.5 x 60 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 1.0x

High-performance macro and everyday shooting with one lens

Accurate autofocus from 1:1 magnification to infinity

Double floating design contributes to outstanding image quality

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100mm F2.8 Macro SAL100M28

Doing macro photography outdoors “in the wild” often means that you

can’t get too close to your subject and lighting can’t be easily controlled.

That’s when you need a telephoto macro lens like the SAL100M28. Greater

working distance means you can capture tight macro shots of small-scale

wildlife without scaring it away, and you’re not so close that you need

special lighting to illuminate your subject. Of course the SAL100M28 is a first

class telephoto lens for normal shooting too, and can be a good choice for

portraits or other subjects that require a bit more reach than a normal lens.

•   Weight (approx): 505 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 75 x 98.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 1.0x

Stunning macro shots from a comfortable distance

Autofocus from 1:1 magnification to infinity

Double floating design contributes to outstanding close-up image quality

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Sony G Lenses are an exceptional breed. They inherit a

distinguished pedigree from the original Minolta® lens line,

with industry-leading Sony design and quality assurance

technology added to push their performance to the forefront

of twenty-first century photography. G Lenses impart a visual

elegance to every aspect of the images they produce:

extraordinary presence at in-focus areas, smoothly dissolving

to luscious out-of-focus rendering that can provide a beautiful

foundation for captivating photographic art. Their handling is

extraordinary too, with intimate operation and response that

seamlessly connect the process of taking photographs to the

photographer’s imagination.

G Lenses

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Telephoto zoom

70–200mm F2.8 G SAL70200G

The range from 70 to 200 millimeters is where much of the telephoto action

occurs. The ability to cover that range with a constant F2.8 aperture affords

some significant photographic advantages, and the outstanding clarity and

contrast offered by the SAL70200G multiplies those advantages many times

over. Although the large F2.8 maximum aperture does make it easier to

create beautifully defocused backgrounds, there are important advantages

for shooting moving subjects as well. Larger apertures—often referred to as

“fast” as well as “bright”—allow you to use faster shutter speeds to achieve

equivalent exposure, making it possible to capture motion that might end

up as a blur with a slower lens. The SAL70200G does it all with characteristic

G Lens refinement and class.

•   Weight (approx): 1340 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 87 x 196.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.21x

•   Tripod mount supplied

Four ED glass elements effectively suppress aberration

Constant F2.8 maximum aperture

Outstanding sharpness and contrast throughout the zoom range

SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) for fast, quiet autofocus operation

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

Focus hold and focus range switches offer precision focusing control

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70–300mm F4.5–5.6 G SSM SAL70300G

The SAL70300G is the smallest and lightest zoom in the current G Lens series,

offering an appealing combination of extended zoom range and handling,

plus image quality that will satisfy the most demanding photo enthusiast or

pro. An ED lens element collaborates with an advanced optical path design

to achieve exceptionally low aberration right out to the maximum 300mm

focal length, so that your telephoto images benefit from impressive clarity

and depth. 300mm is generally considered to be the point at which the

“medium” telephoto range ends and the “super” telephoto range begins.

Long focal lengths like this require careful handling to prevent camera shake,

but SteadyShot INSIDE™ image stabilization featured in a series bodies

will help you capture clear, blur-free images in a wider range of handheld

shooting situations than would normally be possible.

•   Weight (approx): 760 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 82.5 x 135.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x

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Super telephoto zoom

70–400mm F4–5.6 G SSM SAL70400G

Covering an extremely wide telephoto range with ample brightness, this

award-winning* lens can, for example, take you from an elegant 70mm

portrait to a stunning 400mm wildlife shot in an instant without having to

change lenses and potentially miss a great shot. This is an extraordinarily

wide zoom range for a lens in this class, but range isn’t its only feature.

Being a high-end G Lens with a precision optical path that includes two

ED glass elements, you can be sure that it will deliver excellent sharpness

and contrast right out to the edges of the image at all focal lengths.

And although long telephoto shots usually require a very steady hand

or even a tripod to achieve optimum quality, SteadyShot INSIDE image

stabilization featured in a series bodies will vastly improve your chances

of capturing stunning handheld telephoto images.

•   Weight (approx): 1500 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 94.5 x 196 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.27x

•   Tripod mount supplied

* The SAL70400G received the 2009 TIPA Best Expert Lens award and the

2009-2010 EISA Zoom Lens award.

Two ED glass elements effectively suppress aberration

Outstanding sharpness and contrast throughout the zoom range

SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) for fast, quiet autofocus operation

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Wide-angle prime

35mm F1.4 G SAL35F14G

35mm prime lenses are a staple for many photographers. The angle of

view provided by this focal length is one of the most comfortable and

versatile on both 35mm full frame format and APS-C format cameras, and

with that, this lens can be used for anything from close-ups to landscapes.

The SAL35F14G, with its superb optics and large F1.4 maximum aperture, is

one of the finest fast 35mm lenses in its class. In addition to no-compromise

G Lens construction and quality throughout, it features an optical design

that includes an aspherical lens element that contributes to consistently

superior, low-distortion image quality right up to the F1.4 maximum aperture.

You can shoot wide open in low light knowing that the entire scene will

be captured with equally superb clarity and contrast. The large maximum

aperture and circular aperture design are also an advantage when you

want to isolate your subject from a busy background, for example, allowing

you to defocus unwanted detail so your subject stands out.

•   Weight (approx): 510 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 69 x 76 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.2x

One aspherical element contributes to outstanding image quality

even at maximum aperture

High resolution and contrast throughout the image area

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Telephoto prime

300mm F2.8 G SSM SAL300F28G2

Featuring a new high-performance optical design, a quiet high-speed SSM

(Super Sonic Wave Motor) autofocus drive system with enhanced object

tracking, and an anti-glare Nano AR coating, the SAL300F28G2 super

telephoto Sony G lens delivers both high contrast and beautiful bokeh

effects at levels far surpassing those of existing 300mm f/2.8 lenses. Take

advantage of fast internal focusing and two DMF (direct manual focus)

modes for tack-sharp images in any situation. Designed with outdoor use

in mind, the front and back of the unit as well as the area around the

focus ring are specially constructed to help prevent water penetration.

•   Weight (approx): 2340 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 122 x 242.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.18x 

G Series 300mm f/2.8 G Super Telephoto

SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) for fast auto-focus

New Nano AR Coating with nano-precision structure

High-performance AF with enhanced object-tracking

Dust and moisture protection design

3 ED Glass Elements for greater visual accuracy

Fast Internal Focusing – lens length does not change

2 DMF (Direct Manual Focus) Modes

Versatile focus-hold with 4 buttons on lens

35mm equivalent: 105mm to 300mm

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Telephoto prime

500mm F4 G SSM SAL500F4G

Perfect for photographing athletes and wild animals, this lens provides

ideal performance thanks to impressive specifications such as a bright f/4

aperture and the ultra-telephoto 500mm focal length. Lens construction

includes 11 elements in 10 groups specially developed to deliver beautiful

background and foreground defocusing. Its smooth circular aperture,

formed by 9 aperture blades, contributes to rounder, more beautiful bokeh.

A Nano AR Coating and velvet lining also minimize flare, eliminate opacity

and tighten blacks. Furthermore, three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass

elements compensate for color aberration to realize sharper image quality.

•   Weight (approx): 3460 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 140 x 367.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.135x

High performance ultra-telephoto lens with 500mm fixed focal length

Ideal for sports, wildlife and other demanding imaging applications requiring

very high magnification

Bright F4.0 maximum aperture allows use of faster shutter speeds to broaden

shooting opportunities

Advanced optical design with 11 elements in 10 groups, including three ED

(Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements

Exclusive AR Nano Coating by Sony on lens surfaces cuts reflections for extremely

low ghosting and flare

New SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) drive circuit for extremely high speed

autofocus - ideal for capturing fast-moving subjects

9-blade circular aperture for beautiful defocus (bokeh) effects

Enhanced operability with four focus hold buttons, two-way DMF (Direct Manual

Focus) mode button and focus range switch

Supplied carbon fiber lens hood lined with black velvet fibers for high absorption

of incident light

Weather-resistant design with interlocking seals to protect against effects of dust

and moisture

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1.4x Teleconverter

SAL14TC

Teleconverters

The SAL14TC and SAL20TC teleconverters are a great way to extend your telephoto

range without having to carry more large lenses. The SAL14TC provides a 1.4x

increase in focal length with a 1-stop light loss, so when used with the SAL300F28G, for

example, you have the equivalent of a 420mm lens with a maximum aperture of F4.

The SAL20TC doubles focal length with a 2-stop light loss, so the same SAL300F28G

lens becomes a 600mm super-telephoto with a maximum aperture of F5.6. For sports,

wildlife and landscapes, the SAL14TC and SAL20TC teleconverters can give you

maximum reach with minimum gear to carry.

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Optics designed to deliver uncompromised image quality

Increase focal length without degrading resolution or contrast

Compatible with: SAL70200G (AF and MF modes), SAL300F28G (AF and MF modes),

SAL70400G (MF mode only) and SAL135F28 (MF mode only).

1.0x 1.4x 2.0x

Carl Zeiss AG, founded in 1846, is a legend in the field

of camera optics. The company was responsible for

many of the innovations that have raised the quality of

photographic imaging to the high standard we enjoy

today, and is revered for its unswerving dedication to

delivering nothing less than the best. Sony is proud

and honored to be working with Carl Zeiss AG on the

development and production of top-class lenses for Sony

a series cameras. In fact, these are the only autofocus

Carl Zeiss lenses currently available for use on digital single-

lens reflex cameras, meaning that Sony camera users have

exclusive access to legendary image quality that many

consider to be the ultimate in photographic expression.

Vario-Sonnar

Distagon

Vario-Sonnar

Vario-Sonnar

Sonnar

Planar

Carl Zeiss® Lenses

2.0x Teleconverter

SAL20TC

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Wide-angle zoom

Vario-Sonnar T* 16–35mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL1635Z

Although it is a wide-angle zoom, and an ideal supplement to a high-

performance mid-range zoom, the 16–35mm range of this lens will satisfy

the core focal length requirements of many photographers who shoot

primarily indoors or in the city. At the other end of the spectrum it can

be a great choice for spacious landscapes as well. Regardless of where

or how the SAL1635Z is used, its advanced coated optical path delivers

exceedingly crisp images with striking contrast, without the aberration

and peripheral light falloff that commonly plague wide-angle zooms.

That same superlative quality is maintained throughout the zoom range,

even at the maximum F2.8 aperture.

•   Weight (approx): 860 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 83 x 114 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.24x

One Super ED glass element, one ED glass element and three aspherical

elements for superior image quality

Carl Zeiss T* coating effectively controls flare and glare

Constant F2.8 maximum aperture

Outstanding sharpness and contrast at all aperture settings

Quiet, responsive internal SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) autofocus drive

Focus mode switch and focus hold button offer precision focus control

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Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16–80mm F3.5–4.5 ZA SAL1680Z

Because it has been designed specifically for APS-C format cameras,

the SAL1680Z is the lightest and most compact zoom in the Carl Zeiss

lineup. It also offers the greatest zoom range in the lineup, making it a

superb single-lens solution for many APS-C format photographers. Its

35mm equivalent focal length range of 24–120mm may be all you’ll

ever need for day-to-day shooting. And of course it delivers acclaimed

Carl Zeiss optical performance and handling, with image quality that

rivals the best prime lenses at any focal length. Although the maximum

aperture isn’t as large as the 35mm full-frame format lenses in this series,

circular aperture design makes it possible to get creative with beautifully

smooth defocusing effects. The SAL1680Z is quite simply the most versatile,

economical way to experience Carl Zeiss quality on an a series APS-C

format body.

•   Weight (approx): 445 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 72 x 83 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.24x

Two aspherical elements for outstanding image quality at all apertures

Carl Zeiss T* coating effectively controls flare and glare

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Mid-range zoom

Vario-Sonnar T* 24–70mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL2470Z

If you insist on prime-lens image quality but envy the convenience of

variable focal length, here’s a lens that brings the best of both worlds

together. For many discriminating photographers it is a lens that will

stay on the camera most of the time. Its versatile 24mm to 70mm zoom

range covers a wide gamut of shooting situations, and its extraordinary

sharpness and contrast are fully retained at all focal lengths and

apertures. Whether you’re shooting a tight indoor scene at 24mm, a

portrait at 70mm, or anything in between, you’ll feel and see legendary

Carl Zeiss quality in every shot.

•   Weight (approx): 955 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 83 x 111 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x

Two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements for superior image quality

Carl Zeiss T* coating effectively controls flare and glare

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Wide-angle prime

Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM SAL24F20Z

Representing the wide end of the A-mount Carl Zeiss prime lens range, the

24mm focal length of this model provides a wide perspective on 35mm

full-frame format cameras, and a closer-to-normal equivalent focal length

of 36mm on APS-C format cameras. Photographers who value a single-

prime approach to general shooting will love this lens, as will those who

appreciate the subtle but tangible quality advantage that a first-class

prime provides. Use it indoors, on the street, or in the wild for images that

can bring your artistic vision to life. In addition to unimpeachable optical

performance and refined overall handling, this lens offers particularly

responsive, quiet autofocus operation and a minimum focusing distance

of just 19 centimeters that lets you explore your subjects at close range.

•   Weight (approx): 555 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 78 x 76 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.29x

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Mid-range telephoto prime

Planar T* 85mm F1.4 ZA SAL85F14Z

85mm focal length, F1.4 maximum aperture and precision Carl Zeiss T*

coated Planar optics: it all adds up to superlative performance and

handling for portraiture or medium-telephoto landscapes. The delicate,

nuanced “drawing” of the Planar design makes it possible to capture

subtleties of light and texture that can give images extraordinary depth and

presence. Graceful reproduction of skin tones and textures is a characteristic

that is prized by photographers and subjects alike. Shooting comfort is

another feature of this refined lens. A wide focus ring with auto clutch

mechanism does not rotate during autofocus operation, and a focus hold

button on the lens itself lies right under your fingertips for easy access.

•   Weight (approx): 640 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 81 x 75 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.13x

Outstanding sharpness and contrast at all aperture settings

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Telephoto prime

Sonnar T* 135mm F1.8 ZA SAL135F18Z

F1.8 is a relatively large maximum aperture for a 135mm telephoto lens,

and the consistently outstanding performance of this lens throughout

its aperture range lets you take full advantage of the extra speed and

brightness it provides. Whether you need the large aperture to shoot in

low light, to achieve suitable shutter speeds for shooting action, or for

creative control of background defocusing, the SAL135F18Z will reward

you with stunning resolution and contrast where it counts. In addition to

portraits and landscapes with natural proportions and perspective, the

135mm focal length of this lens is often a good choice for indoor sports.

135mm is well within telephoto territory, and usually requires careful

handling to avoid image blurring due to camera shake, but on a series

bodies with SteadyShot INSIDE™ image stabilization you’ll find it easier

than ever to capture crisp images when shooting hand held.

•   Weight (approx): 995 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 88 x 114.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x

Two ED glass elements for superior image quality

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E-mount Lenses

These compact, high-performance lenses are the cornerstone

of a new category of still and video cameras that attest to the

paradigm-shifting power of Sony innovation. They have been

designed from the ground up to be used with the newest

generation of ultra-compact APS-C format Sony camera and

camcorder bodies, delivering big-camera image quality

and features in astonishingly small but capable packages.

In addition to advanced optics and sophisticated handling,

the E-mount zooms incorporate proven Optical SteadyShot™

image-stabilization technology from Sony camcorders that

can significantly reduce blur due to camera movement in

both stills and movies. Sony E-mount lenses are windows to a

new world of imaging freedom and quality.

Wide-angle prime

E 16mm F2.8 SEL16F28

Combine this compact wide-angle prime lens with any E-mount camera

for a totally new photographic experience. Mounted on any of the slim

bodies for which it is designed it becomes part of an extraordinarily

compact, portable photographic system that can slip comfortably into a

coat pocket, ready to shoot at any time. In action it gives you wide 16mm

coverage (equivalent to a 24mm lens on a full-frame 35mm camera) for

comfortable shooting in situations ranging from cramped indoor settings

to sweeping landscapes, and the large F2.8 maximum aperture is ideal

for handheld shooting in low light. The SEL16F28 is an excellent choice

for both stills and movies, particularly since its quiet autofocus/aperture

operation will contribute to high-quality movie sound.

•   Weight (approx): 67 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 62 x 22.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.078x

Ultra-slim (22.5 mm) and lightweight with high-quality metal exterior

5-element design with one aspherical element for top-class optical performance

Ideal for shooting stills or movies

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

Built-in motor delivers smooth, quiet autofocus operation

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Fisheye Converter

VCL-ECF1

Ultra Wide Converter

VCL-ECU1

Although the 16mm SEL16F28 is a wide-angle lens, these converters can give you an even wider view.

The VCL-ECF1 Fisheye Converter goes a step further with a 180° angle of view that is equivalent to a

15mm lens on a 35mm full-frame format camera, with fascinating curvilinear “fisheye perspective.”

The VCL-ECU1 Ultra Wide Converter provides an angle of view equivalent to that of an 18mm lens

on a 35mm full-frame format camera, making it possible to shoot dramatic wide-angle scenes with

extended depth of field. Both converters attach securely with bayonet mounts, ensuring optimum

optical alignment and image quality. Furthermore, these converters cause no light loss so f-stop values

remain unchanged.

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SEL16F28 with VCL-ECF1, E 16mm F2.8 with Ultra Wide Converter, 1/3200 sec, F/6.3, ISO 200, Auto white balance

Fisheye and Ultra Wide Converters

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Wide-angle prime

Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA SEL24F18Z

Carl Zeiss quality really shows off the capabilities of the E-mount system, with

outstanding resolution and contrast that can add legendary Zeiss depth and

dimensionality to your images. This wide-angle prime lens delivers superior

corner-to-corner sharpness even at the maximum F1.8 maximum aperture,

with minimum distortion and coma. It also focuses as close as 16 centimeters,

providing an unusual combination of close focus and wide-angle perspective

for 1:4 macro photography. The 24mm focal length, equivalent to 36mm on

a 35mm format camera, is an excellent choice for general shooting. Many

photographers will be happy to leave this lens on their camera most of the

time, especially since its F1.8 maximum aperture facilitates handheld shooting

even in challenging low-light situations. Movie makers will love this lens too,

because smooth, low-noise autofocus and aperture operation mean they

can take advantage of its outstanding optical characteristics without worrying

about mechanical noise infiltrating the soundtrack.

•   Weight (approx): 225 g

•  Dimensions (Dia. X L): 63 x 65.5 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x

High-performance Carl Zeiss wide-angle prime with elegant black metal exterior

One ED glass element and two aspherical elements

Innovative optical design achieves outstanding corner-to-corner sharpness

Ideal for shooting stills or movies

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High performance and a compact design make the SEL-35F18 prime

lens an ideal second lens that’s easy to carry around while capturing

the action. It’s perfect for a wide variety of photos, including snapshots

while strolling, night shots (thanks to the bright maximum aperture) and

portraits with beautifully defocused backgrounds. Newly-designed optics

reduces spherical aberration and coma for sharp images even when

shooting wide open. Combined with built-in Optical SteadyShot image

stabilization, your photos and videos will be crisp, clear and blur-free.

•   Weight (approx): 155 g

•  Dimensions (Dia. X L): 62.2 x 45 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.15x

Compact, lightweight fixed F1.8 lens

New optical design for excellent peripheral sharpness and contrast

Built-in image stabilization

Silent and smooth high-speed focusing ideal for shooting movies

Superb focusing operation

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E 30mm F3.5 Macro SEL30M35

Macro photography can be a creative, educational and thoroughly

enjoyable pursuit. The SEL30M35 has been designed to offer versatile,

high-performance macro capabilities in a lens that is compact,

lightweight and easy to use. At the time of release the SEL30M35 is, in

fact, the lightest interchangeable 1:1 macro lens available anywhere!

It is a true 1:1 macro lens with a 2.4 centimeter minimum working

distance that allows tiny subjects and details to be rendered with

excellent resolution and contrast. But it also functions as an excellent

“normal” lens for day-to-say shooting, and a smooth, quiet internal lens

drive system makes it suitable for shooting movies as well. The SEL30M35

is a great choice for a second lens that will let you explore the world

in creative new ways. A dedicated lens hood that won’t get in the way

when shooting close is included.

•   Weight (approx): 138 g

•  Dimensions (Dia. X L): 62 x 55.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 1x

Compact, lightweight 1:1 macro lens with high-quality metal exterior

One ED glass element and two aspherical elements for superior image quality

Ideal for shooting stills or movies

Internal focus: the minimum working distance does not change

Built-in motor delivers smooth, quiet autofocus and aperture operation

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

35mm equivalent focal length: 45mm

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E 50mm F1.8 OSS SEL50F18

A focal length that is perfect for portraiture and a range of other

subjects, a bright F1.8 maximum aperture, Optical SteadyShot (OSS)

image stabilization and impressive image quality. Put it all together

in a lens that is surprisingly compact and lightweight and you have

a winning combination: the SEL50F18. The large maximum aperture

and Optical SteadyShot are worthy features in their own right, but

working together they make it possible to shoot crisp, clear images

under low-light conditions that would be beyond the capabilities of a

conventional lens. The F1.8 maximum aperture and a circular aperture

design also join forces to create gorgeous defocusing effects. Add

responsive, quiet autofocus and aperture operation, and you have a

lens that is ideally suited to shooting movies as well as stills.

•   Weight (approx): 202 g

•  Dimensions (Dia. X L): 62 x 62 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.16x

Compact, lightweight mid-range telephoto prime with high-quality metal exterior

Ideal for shooting stills or movies

Bright F1.8 maximum aperture

Internal OSS (Optical SteadyShot™) image stabilization

Built-in motor delivers smooth, quiet autofocus and aperture operation

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

35mm equivalent focal length: 75mm

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Mid-range zoom

E PZ 16–50mm F3.5–5.6 OSS SELP1650

Measuring just 3/16” (29.9mm) when fully retracted, this SELP-1650 retractable

zoom lens is super compact and easy to carry so you can quickly whip

out your camera and spontaneously grab shots as they occur. It’s perfect

for traveling and other scenarios that require a lightweight, compact

camera and lens combo. It covers a 16mm to 50mm range (35mm

equivalent = 24-75mm) for flexible shooting, and is equipped with one ED

(extra-low dispersion) and four Aspherical elements, resulting in a high-

performance lens that is surprisingly compact.

•   Weight (approx): 116 g

•  Dimensions (Dia. X L): 64.7 x 29.9 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.215x

Compact and lightweight design for excellent portability thanks to retract-ability

down to a mere 29.9 mm

POWER ZOOM for smooth zooming with superb operability and quietness

ED glass and Aspherical lens elements for excellent performance with

reduced aberrations

Built-in image stabilization

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E 10–18mm F4 OSS SEL1018

The SEL-1018 super wide-angle zoom lens is perfect for taking photos of

sweeping landscapes and producing striking images with emphasized

perspective. If you’re seeking a wider minimum focal length than

offered by standard wide-angle zoom lenses, the SEL-1018 is the ideal

choice for you. Featuring a minimum focal length of only 10mm (15mm

in 35mm camera equivalency), the SEL-1018 wide-angle zoom lens

delivers highly-detailed, super wide-angle photos. With a constant

maximum aperture of f/4 through the entire focal length range, you’ll

be able to use the widest aperture at every focal length. Even in low

light, you can take advantage of the bright aperture to utilize fast

shutter speeds without needing to increase ISO sensitivity.

•   Weight (approx): 225 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 70 x 63.5 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.1x

10-18 mm super wide-angle zoom lens with a maximum aperture of F4

Minimum focal length of 10 mm (15 mm in 35 mm-camera equivalency)

Superbly detailed images

Built-in OSS image stabilization (Optical SteadyShot)

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Mid-range zoom

E 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 OSS SEL1855

This lens offers a superb balance of form and function: ample zoom

range in a compact design that weighs only 194 grams yet is remarkably

comfortable to hold and operate. The 18–55mm zoom range, corresponding

to 27–82.5mm on a 35mm full-frame format camera, is ideally designed for

comfortable framing and capture of most subjects encountered in daily life

or on vacation, and a built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system

makes it possible to produce sharp images even when shooting handheld

in low light. The OSS system is so effective that you’ll be able to capture

blur-free images at shutter speeds up to four steps slower than would be

possible without image stabilization. And thanks to extremely smooth,

quiet autofocus and aperture operation, you don’t have to worry about

unwanted camera and lens noise infiltrating your movie soundtracks.

•   Weight (approx): 194 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 62 x 60 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.3x

Compact, lightweight 3x zoom with high-quality metal exterior

Three aspherical elements for top-class optical performance

Ideal for shooting stills or movies

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35mm equivalent focal length: 27–82.5mm

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High magnification zoom

E 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 OSS SEL1820 0

If you’re a photographer/videographer who needs maximum speed,

versatility and mobility to rapidly respond to a wide range of shooting

situations, from portraits and snapshots to sports, this is a lens you

should consider. It features an extensive 11x zoom range, from wide

18mm to 200mm telephoto with impressive image quality all the way.

The advanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system included

in this lens will not only make it easier to shoot blur-free stills at long

focal lengths, but it also has an automatic Active Mode that will help

keep your movie images steady as you move around with the camera

while shooting at the wide end of the zoom range. Another feature

that contributes to high-quality movie production is extremely quiet

autofocus and aperture operation that will keep your soundtracks free

of unwanted camera noise.

•   Weight (approx): 524 g

•   Dimensions (Dia. x L): 75.5 x 99 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.35x

Versatile extended-range 11x zoom with high-quality metal exterior

Four aspherical elements for top-class optical performance right out

to the image edges

Ideal for shooting stills or movies

Internal OSS (Optical SteadyShot™) image stabilization with Active Mode

Circular aperture for attractive defocusing

Built-in motor delivers smooth, quiet autofocus and aperture operation

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E 55–210mm F 4.5–6.3 OSS SEL55210

An ideal complement to the 18-55mm zoom range of the SEL1855, this

3.8x zoom lens takes you from 55mm out to 210mm with consistently

outstanding optical performance all the way. In 35mm full-frame

equivalent terms that’s a wide zoom range of 82.5mm to 315mm,

providing plenty of reach for outdoor sports or nature photography.

Built-in Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilization is a huge

advantage when shooting at longer focal lengths or in low light,

making it easy to capture crisp, stable images at up to four shutter

speeds lower than would normally be possible. And if you shoot movies

as well as stills, the built in motor contributes to quiet yet responsive

autofocus and aperture operation that keep your movie soundtrack

free from mechanical noise.

•   Weight (approx): 330 g

•  Dimensions (Dia. X L): 63.8 x 108 mm

•   Max. magnification ratio: 0.225x

Compact, lightweight 3.8x telephoto zoom with high-quality metal exterior

Two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements for superior image quality

Ideal for shooting stills or movies

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Built-in motor delivers smooth, quiet autofocus and aperture operation

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35mm equivalent focal length: 82.5mm–315mm

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E 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 OSS LE SEL18200 LE

Significantly smaller and lighter than comparable lenses, the Sony

SEL18200LE high magnification zoom lens is perfect for a wide range of

shooting situations. With a compact size achieved in part by downsizing

the autofocus motor and optical image stabilization unit, this lens offers a

powerful mix of versatility and image quality perfect for shooting scenarios

where a light, compact camera and lens combination is optimal. The

broad focal length coverage of the lens—from 18mm wide angle to

200mm telephoto (27mm to 300mm in 35mm equivalence)—makes it an

ideal high-magnification “travel” lens for a wide range of shots. Capture

expansive landscapes, charming portraits with pleasantly blurred

backgrounds, even sports and nature shots. Optical SteadyShot (OSS)

technology cuts down on blur caused by camera shake and reduces

reliance on high ISO settings when shooting in dark environments.

•   Weight (approx): 460 g

•  Dimensions (Dia. X L): 68 x 97.1 mm

•  Max. magnification ratio: 0.27x

18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS High Magnification Zoom Lens

18 mm wide angle to 200 mm telephoto

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Provided

accessories

A-mount

Zoom Lens

19 DT 11–18mm F4.5–5.62S AL1118 12/15 16.5–27 104°–76° — 7 (circular aperture)22–29 0.125 0.25 77 petal/bayonet 83 x 80.5 3-3/8 x 3-1/4 360 12- 3/4 hood (ALC-SH0009)

20 DT 16–50mm F2.8 SSM SAL1650 13/16 24-75 83°-32° — 7 (circular aperture)22 0.2 0.3 72 petal 81 x 88 3 -1/4 x 3-1/2 577 20 hood (A LC - S H117 )

21 DT 16–105mm F3.5–5.62SAL16105 11/15 2 4 –15 7.5 83°–15° — 7 (circular aperture)22–36 0.23 0.4 62 petal/bayonet 72 x 83 2-7/8 x 3-3/8 470 16 -9/16 hood (ALC-SH105)

22 DT 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL1855 7/8 27–82.5 76°–29° — 7 (circular aperture)22–36 0.34 0.25 55 round/bayonet 69.5 x 69 2-3/4 x 2- 3/4 210 7-1/2 (optional)

hood (ALC-SH108)

23 DT 18–135mm F3.5–5.6 SAM SAL18135 11/14 27-202.5 76°–12° — 7 (circular aperture) 22–40 0.25 0.45 62 petal/clip-on 76 x 86 3 x 3-1/2 398 14 front & rear lens cap

24 DT 18–200 F3.5–6.32SAL18200 13/15 27–300 76°–8° — 7 (circular aperture)22–40 0.27 0.45 62 petal/bayonet 73 x 85.5 2-7/8 x 3-3/8 405 14-5/16 hood (ALC-SH0008)

25 DT 18–250 F3.5–6.32SAL18250 13/16 27–375 76°–6° 30' — 7 (circular aperture)22–40 0.29 0.45 62 petal/bayonet 75 x 86 3 x 3-3/8 440 15 -1/2 hood (ALC-SH104)

26 28–75mm F2.8 SAM SAL2875 14/16 4 2–112 .5 54°–21° 75°–32° 7 (circular aperture)32 0.22 0.38 67 petal/bayonet 77.5 x 94 3-1/8 x 3-3/4 565 20 hood (ALC-SH109)

27 DT 55–200mm F4–5.6 SAM2SAL55200-2 9/13 82.5–300 29°–8° — 9 (circular aperture)32–45 0.29 0.95 55 petal/bayonet 71.5 x 85 2-7/8 x 3-3/8 305 10 - 3/4 hood (ALC-SH102

28 DT 55–300mm F4.5–5.6 SAM SAL55300 12/9 82.5–450 29.5°–5°20' — 9 (circular aperture)22–29 0.27 1.48 62 round/clip-on 77 x 116.5 3-1/8 x 4-5/8 460 16.3 front & rear lens cap

Fixed Focal

Length Lens

30 16mm F2.8 Fisheye SAL16F28 8/11

(incl. 1x filter)24 110 ° 180° 722 0.15 0.2 —4x kind

(integrated)petal/fixed 75 x 66.5 2-15/16 x 2-5/8 400 14 - 1/8 —

31 20mm F2.8 SAL20F28 9/10 30 70° 94° 7 (circular aperture)22 0.13 0.25 —72 petal/bayonet 78 x 53.5 3 -1/16 x 2-1/8 285 10 -1/16 hood (ALC -SH0 013)

32 28mm F.28 SAL28F28 5/5 42 54° 75° 722 0.13 0.3 —49 round/

integrated 65.5 x 42.5 2-9/16 x 1-11/16 185 6 -1/2 —

33 DT 35mm F1.8 SAM2SAL35F18 5/6 52.5 44° — 7 (circular aperture)22 0.25 0.23 55 round/bayonet 70 x 52 2-7/8 x 2-1/8 170 6hood (A LC - S H 111)

34 50 mm F1.4 SAL50F14 6/7 75 32° 47° 7 (circular aperture)22 0.15 0.45 55 round/bayonet 65.5 x 43 2- 9/16 x 1-11/16 220 7- 3/4 hood (A LC - S H 0 0 11)

35 DT 50mm F1.8 SAM2SAL50F18 5/6 75 32° — 7 (circular aperture)22 0.2 0.34 49 petal/bayonet 70 x 45 2-7/8 x 1-13/16 170 6 —

36 85mm F2.8 SAM2SAL85F28 4/5 127. 5 19° 29° 7 (circular aperture)22 0.2 0.6 55 round/bayonet 70 x 52 2-7/8 x 2-1/8 175 6 -1/8 hood (A LC - S H111)

37 135mm F.28 [T4.5] STF

(MF operation only)SAL135F28 6/8 (incl. APD

element 1/2) 202.5 12° 18° 9 (auto)

10 (manual)31 (T32)0.25 0.87 —72 round/bayonet 80 x 99 3 -1/8 x 3-7/8 730 25 - 3/4 hood (ALC -SH0 014), case

38 DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM2SAL30M28 5/6 45 50° — 7 (circular aperture)22 1.0 0.129 49 —70 x 45 2-7/8 x 1-13/16 150 5 -1/4 —

39 50mm F2.8 Macro SAL50M28 6/7 75 32° 47° 7 (circular aperture)32 1.0 0.2 55 —71.5 x 60 2-13/16 x 2-3/8 295 10-3/8 —

40 100mm F2.8 Macro SAL100M28 8/8 150 16° 24° 9 (circular aperture)32 1.0 0.35 55 round/bayonet 75 x 98.5 3 x 4 505 18 hood (ALC-SH0007)

G Lens

42 70–200mm F2.8 G SAL70200G 16/19 105–300 23°–8° 34°–12°30' 9 (circular aperture)32 0.21 1.2 77 petal/bayonet 87 x 196.5 3-1/2 x 7-3/4 1,340447-1/4 hood (ALC-SH0010), case

43 70–300mm F4.5–5.6 G SSM SAL70300G 11/16 105–450 23°–5°20' 34°–8°10' 9 (circular aperture)22–29 0.25 1.2 62 petal/bayonet 82.5 x 135.5 3- 3/8 x 5- 3/8 760 26 - 3/4 hood (ALC-SH103), case

44 70–400mm F4–5.6 G SSM SAL70400G 12/18 105–600 23°–4°10' 34°6°10' 9 (circular aperture)22–32 0.27 1.5 77 petal/bayonet 94.5 x 196 3-3/4 x 7- 3/4 1,500453 hood (ALC-SH107), case

45 35mm F1.4 G SAL35F14G 8/10 52.5 44° 63° 9 (circular aperture)22 0.2 0.3 55 petal/bayonet 69 x 76 2-3/4 x 3 510 18 hood (ALC-SH0001), case

46 300mm F2.8 G SSM (Built to order) SAL300F28G2 10/11 450 5°20' 8°10' 9 (circular aperture) 32 0.18 2.0 42 (exclusive) round/clip-on 122 x 242.5 5-1/16 x 9-3/8 2,340 82 -1/2 hood, slot-in circular polarizing filter,

lens strap, hard case

47 500mm F4 G SSM (Built to order) SAL500F4G 14/11 750 3°10' 5° 9 (circular aperture) 32 0.135 4.0 42 (exclusive) round/clip-on 140 x 367.5 5-5/8 x 14-1/2 3,460 122 hood, slot-in circular polarizing filter,

lens strap, hard case

Teleconverter

48 1.4x Teleconverter3SAL14TC 4/5 — — — — — — — — — 64 x 20 2-1/2 x 13/16 170 6 case

48 2x Teleconverter3SAL20TC 5/6 — — — — — — — — — 64 x 43.5 2-1/2 x 1-11/16 200 7-1/16 case

Carl Zeiss Lens

50 Vario-Sonnar T*

16–35mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL1635Z 13/17 24–52.5 83°–44° 107°–63° 9 (circular aperture)22 0.24 0.28 77 petal/bayonet 83 x 114 3-3/8 x 4-1/2 860 30-3/8 hood (ALC-SH106), case

51 Vario-Sonnar T*

DT 16–80mm F3.5–4.5 ZA2SAL168 0Z 10/14 24–120 83°–20° — 7 (circular aperture)22–29 0.24 0.35 62 petal/bayonet 72 x 83 2-7/8 x 3-3/8 445 15 - 3/4 hood (ALC-SH0005), case

52 Vario-Sonnar T*

24–70mm F2.8 ZA SSM SAL2470Z 13/17 36–105 61°–23° 84°–34° 9 (circular aperture)22 0.25 0.34 77 petal/bayonet 8 3 x 111 3-3/8 x 4 -3/8 955 3 3 -1/4 hood (ALC-SH101), case

53 Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM SAL24F20Z 7/9 36 61° 84° 9 (circular aperture)22 0.29 0.19 72 petal/bayonet 78 x 76 3-1/8 x 3 555 19- 5/8 hood (A LC - S H 110 ), case

54 Planar T* 85mm F1.4 ZA SAL85F14Z 7/8 127. 5 19° 29° 9 (circular aperture)22 0.13 0.85 72 round/bayonet 87 x 75 3-1/4 x 2-7/8 640 22-5/8 hood (ALC-SH0002), case

55 Sonnar T* 135mm F1.8 ZA SAL135F18Z 8/11 202.5 12° 18° 9 (circular aperture)22 0.25 0.72 77 round/bayonet 88 x 114.5 3-1/2 x 4-5/8 995 3 5 -1/8 hood (ALC-SH0003), case

E-mount E-Mount Lens

58 E 16mm F2.8 SEL16F28 5/5 24 83° — 7 (circular aperture)22 0.078 0.24 49 —62 x 22.5 2-1/2 x 29/32 67 2-3/8 —

59 Fisheye Converter5VCL-ECF1 4/4 15 — — — — 0.62 0.13 — — — 66 x 44 2-5/8 x 1-3/4 150 5 -1/4 case

59 Ultra Wide Converter5VCL-ECU1 3/3 18 — — — — 0.75 0.18 — — — 66 x 44 2-5/8 x 1-3/4 125 4 -3/8 case

60 Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA SEL24F18Z 7/8 36 61° — 7 (circular aperture)22 0.25 0.016 —49 —63 x 65.5 2-3/8 x 2-1/2 225 8 front & rear caps

61 E 35mm F1.8 OSS SEL35F18 8/6 52.5 44° — 7 (circular aperture) 22 0.15 0.99 — 49 petal/clip-on 62.2 x 45 2-1/2 x 1-13/16 155 5.5 hood (ALC-SH112)

62 E 50mm F1.8 OSS SEL50F18 8/9 75 32° — 7 (circular aperture)22 0.16 0.39 —49 —62 x 62 2 -1/2 x 2-1/2 202 7 front & rear caps

63 E 30mm F3.5 Macro SEL30M35 6/7 45 50° — 7 (circular aperture)22 1.0 0.095 —49 cap type 62 x 55.5 2-1/2 x 2-1/4 138 5front & rear caps, lens hood (A L C - SH 113)

64 E 10–18mm F4 OSS SEL1018 10/8 15–27 109 °–76° — 7 (circular aperture) 22 0.1 0.82 62 petal/clip-on 70.0 x 63.5 2-7/8 x 2-1/2 225 8 hood (ALC -SH123)

65 E PZ 16-50mm F3.5–5.6 OSS SELP1650 9/8 24-75 83°–32° — 7 (circular aperture) 22–36 0.215 0.82 40.5 petal/clip-on 64.7 x 29.9 2-5/8 x 1-3/16 116 4.1 front & rear lens cap

66 E 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 OSS SEL18 55 9/11 27–82.5 76°–29° — 7 (circular aperture)22–32 0.3 0.25 49 petal/bayonet 62 x 60 2-1/2 x 2-3/8 194 6 -7/8 hood (AL C - SH 112 )

67 E 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 OSS SEL1820 0 12/17 27–300 76°–8° — 7 (circular aperture)22–40 0.35 0.3 (wide)–

0.5 (tele)67 petal/bayonet 75.5 x 99 3 x 4 524 18 -1/2 hood (ALC-SH109)

68 E 18–200mm F3.5–6.3 OSS LE SEL18200 LE 13/17 27–300 76°–8° — 7 (circular aperture) 22–40 0.27 1.6 4 — 62 round/clip-on 68 x 97.1 2-3/4 x 3-7/8 460 16.3 front & rear lens cap

69 E 55–210mm F4.5–6.3 OSS SEL55210 9/13 82.5 –315 29°–7°30' — 7 (circular aperture)22–32 0.225 1 — 49 round/bayonet 63.8 x 108 2-1/2 x 4-1.4 330 12 front & rear caps, lens hood

•  When mounted on a series cameras with APS-C type sensors, the actual angle of view will be equal to the one obtained at the focal length approx. 1.5 times longer than stated.

•  In principle, amount of light coming into a lens will decrease at image periphery. If it becomes too dark, adjust the aperture setting by 1 or 2 stops down.

Main specifications of a lenses

1: With interchangeable-lens digital cameras incorporating APS-C type image sensors. 2: Exclusively designed for use with APS-C format interchangeable-lens digital cameras. Use with 35mm full-frame

digital cameras (a900/a850) not guaranteed. 3: Lens compatibility: operation in AF and MF modes with SAL70200G/SAL300F28G, MF only with SAL135F28/SAL70400G. 4: Without tripod mount.

5: Exclusive to SEL16F28.

Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change without notice.

7170

Lens Hood

Lens Cap

a lens accessories

Front Lens Cap

With logo.

Filter dia. 49/55/62/67/72/77mm

G Front Lens Cap

Filter dia. 55/62/77mm

Carl Zeiss Front Lens Cap

Filter dia. 62/72/77mm

Rear Lens Cap

ALC-R55

Rear Lens Cap

ALC- R1EM

LCL - 60AM

Fits all lenses

up to (L) 80 m m*,

(Dia.) 80mm

LCL - 90AM

Fits all lenses

up to (L) 110 m m*,

(Dia.)90 mm

LCL - 140AM

Fits all lenses

up to (L) 16 0mm*,

(Dia.) 110 m m

* With hood and cap attached

For model numbers, see pg. 65

(Photo: ALC-SH0001) (Photo: ALC-SH0003)

Petal shape

High-grade Carl Zeiss filters with exclusive T* coating optimize the superb performance of your lenses,

effectively reducing flare and ghosting. A thin profile also prevents vignetting.

•  a is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

•  SteadyShot INSIDE, Optical SteadyShot and G Lens are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•  Carl Zeiss is a registered trademark of Carl Zeiss AG. 

•   All other company and product names mentioned herein are used for identification purpose 

only, and may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Both the LA-EA1 and EA2 adaptors allow you

to attach A-mount lenses to your E-mount

camera. The LA-EA2 is the world’s first adaptor

to leverage Sony’s exclusive Translucent Mirror

Technology to provide super fast and accurate

Phase Detection AF as well. The LA-EA2 adaptor

has a translucent mirror built-in between the

two mounts that directs a small portion of the

light to the phase detection AF sensor in the

bottom of the unit.

* NEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-C3 and NEX-VG10 require firmware

update to use LA-EA2 adaptor. www.esupport.sony.com

Round shape

Mount Adaptor

LA -EA1

Mount Adaptor

LA-EA2

Trademarks & Remarks

Multi-coated protectors are coated on both

sides, protecting lenses from damage without

causing unwanted flare or reflections.

VF-49MPAM (49mm)

VF-55MPAM (55mm)

VF-62MPAM (62mm)

VF-67MPAM (67mm)

VF-72MPAM (72mm)

VF-77MPAM (77mm)

MC Protector

Circular polarizing filters improve contrast

in overly bright light, and remove glare

and reflections.

VF-49CPAM (49mm)

VF-55CPAM (55mm)

VF-62CPAM (62mm)

VF-67CPAM (67mm)

VF-72CPAM (72mm)

VF-77CPAM (77mm)

ALC-F49A

ALC-F55A

ALC-F62Z

ALC-F72Z

ALC-F77ZALC-F55G

ALC-F62G

ALC-F77G

ALC-F62A

ALC- F67A

ALC-F72A

ALC- F77A

Circular PL Filter

Neutral density filers attenuate light to allow

a longer exposure or larger aperture than

required, without affecting colors (type: ND8).

VF-49NDAM (49mm)

VF-55NDAM (55mm)

VF-62NDAM (62mm)

VF - 67NDAM (67mm)

VF - 72NDAM (72mm)

VF - 77NDAM (77mm)

ND Filter

Lens Case

Mount Adaptor

Carl Zeiss® filter

(Diameter size)

72