Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM vs Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM and Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T.
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Product |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Name | Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM | Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL1855 | SAL2470Z |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Release Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Release Date | 2009-05-18 | 2008-01-30 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Standard / Normal |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Micromotor | Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | Extends | Extends |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 25 cm | 34 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,34 | 0,25 |
Aperture |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F5,6 at 55 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
Optics |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Construction | 8 elements / 7 groups | 17 elements / 13 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 2 ED glass elements, 2 aspherical elements |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Focal Length | 18-55 mm | 24-70 mm |
| Zoom Range | 37 mm | 46 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 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Length | 69 mm | 111 mm |
| Weight | 210 gr | 955 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM |
Sony 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 55 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | ALC-SH108 | ALC-SH101 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
