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Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM
This camera glass has a variable aperture ranging from f/4 to f/5.6. The lens has a solid build quality and is a good alternative for those looking for a budget-friendly option. It has a smooth autofocus system and can also be used in manual focus mode. The lens elements are coated to reduce glare and improve image quality. The manufacturing time of this photographic lens is not specified. It produces decent bokeh, the out of focus areas in the image. The resolution is good enough for most uses.
Positives:
– Good quality images with sharp details and good colors
– Easy to use with the Sony Alpha A330 camera
– Lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry around
– Affordable price point for a good quality lens
Negatives:
– Limited zoom range compared to other lenses on the market
– Slow autofocus in low light conditions
– No image stabilization feature, which can be a downside for handheld shots
Conclusion:
The Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM camera lens is a good starter lens for those who want to experiment with different photography techniques and get closer shots without physically moving. It produces good quality images, is easy to use, and comes at an affordable price point. However, it does have some limitations with the zoom range, autofocus, and lack of image stabilization feature, which should be taken into consideration before purchasing. Overall, it is a good addition to the Sony Alpha camera that can enhance your photography experience.
Optical design
Great choice mainly for good light conditions Full frame equivalent focal length is 82.5-300.0 mm. Has 7 aperture blades, mid-grade lenses usually have this amount of blades. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.
Physical characteristics
Weights 305 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 85 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
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1.0 allphotolenses.com user rated as 4.0/5
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Ebay.com rated as 4.76/5
Ebay.com Jan 13, 2017 –
Better than you’d think This is an affordable medium telephoto lens that is much more sharp than I expected. Having previously purchased a 50mm dedicated portrait prime lens which is tack sharp, I found the sharpness on this lens impressive enough to choose it over my prime for most portrait work. If you step back and zoom in on your subject it renders nice out of focus backdrops. I used it at multiple concerts and events and it performed very well especially in good light. For more intimate events you’ll likely want a 24-70 to cover a wider range. If you are shooting in low-light there are better options. For daylight telephoto medium to long reach and sharp results at an affordable price, it’s difficult to beat this lens!
Ebay.com May 19, 2018 –
Crazy Bang for the Buck‼️ I cannot imagine how this lens can be had in like new condition for $30. Functionally outstanding as far as focus speed & full integration with the a77II, lightweight, & mind boggling ease of use when compared with older Minolta & Sony offerings. What it lacks in expensive build,, metal, & high end crisp images, it more then makes up for focal range & fitting well in multiple situations. As a long time collector of A mount lenses I deem this one a best buy for 98% of of the internet posting, “Joe walk around”, Sony A crop sensor digital photographers out there.
Ebay.com Jun 18, 2013 –
Sony SAM lense affordable and capable of good IQ if you learn how to use it The new range of Sony’s standard “kit” lens with SAM are fantastic for their price, granted they will not give you the IQ of a G or Zeiss but in the right conditions and hands, they can certainly come very close. When I travel with my A57, the SAL 1855,55200,50/1.8 and 35/1.8 SAMs are always in my bag, helps a great deal that they are so light and affordable, which offsets the plasticky and not so solid build of the lense. Anyone who tells you they are no good actually doesn’t know how to use them or is only interested in gear snobbery.
Ebay.com Aug 25, 2011 –
One of my favorite lenses. This is my favorite outdoor lens. For the price it is a great purchase.It will focus quickly and accurately on my A33. I bought this to replace an old Minolta 100-200 f4.5. The Sony lens is better all around except it has a little slower f-stop at the longer lengths. The Sony has a lot less purple fringing, than the Minolta. I have not used, or wanted to use, the Minolta lens since I bought this. No lens does everything, but I find this lens very versatile for outdoor photography. For indoor photography it is has too long of focal length for family gatherings and such.
Ebay.com Dec 20, 2010 –
good start to rounding out your Alpha My wife wanted a DSLR camera and after alot of research we chose the Sony Alpha A330. The camera is great easy to use. It didn’t take long to go from just point and click to experimenting with apitures, distance, forground, background etc. The next step was to get different lens so this DT 55-200mm seemed like a good start. The new lens has opened up more picture taking than we expected getting those close up shots of faces or nature without moving physically closer so we don’t loose the shot we see. Love the lens, will definately be buying more.