Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM vs Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM and Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G.
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Product |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Name | Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM | Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
SKU | SAL55200/2 | SAL70200G |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Release Year | 2009 | 2006 |
Release Date | 2009-05-18 | 2006-06-05 |
MSRP | N/A | 1799 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | Micro Motor | Ring-type ultrasonic |
Focus Method | Extends | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 95 cm | 120 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0,29 | 0,21 |
Aperture |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Maximum Aperture |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 200 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Optics |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Construction | 13 elements / 9 groups | 19 elements / 16 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | ED glass element | No information |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Focal Length | 55-200 mm | 70-200 mm |
Zoom Range | 145 mm | 130 mm |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
Diameter | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Length | 85 mm | 197 mm |
Weight | 305 gr | 1500 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | ALC-SH102 | SH0010 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |