Sony Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA SSM Lens A-Mount

OVERVIEW:

The 24-70mm f/2.8 Carl Zeiss T* Alpha A-Mount Standard Zoom Lens from Sony is a bright zoom lens, specifically designed by Carl Zeiss for the Sony Alpha-series of DSLR cameras. Unique to this lens is the Carl Zeiss T* (T-star) coating that helps reduce lens flare, while increasing contrast. When used with cropped APS-C sized DSLR cameras, the equivalent focal length for this lens is 36-105mm. It is a compact all-in-one lens, and is ideal for snapshots, portraits, interiors or outdoor scenery.

This lens is constructed of 16 elements in 13 groups, as well as 3x Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements, which all help to deliver sharp, clear photos throughout the zoom range. It has a minimum focusing distance of 1.5' and a front-end filter diameter of 77mm.

The lens' maximum aperture is a fast f/2.8 and can be maintained throughout the zoom range. Its minimum aperture is f/22. It also has 9 circular aperture blades that work to produce smooth, out of focus background effects.

KEY FEATURES:

Aperture Range: f/2.8-22

Carl Zeiss T* Glass Coating

For Sony Alpha & Minolta DSLRs

2x Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Elements

2x Aspheric Glass Lens Elements

SSM Super Sonic Wave Motor

9 Circular Aperture Blades

Filter Thread: 77mm

Focus Hold Button