Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM vs Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM and Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Name | Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM | Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| SKU | SAL55200/2 | SEL70200GM |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Release Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Release Date | 2009-05-18 | 2016-02-03 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 1898 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony E |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| 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 | 96 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,29 | 0,25 |
Aperture |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| 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 | 11 |
Optics |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Construction | 13 elements / 9 groups | 32 elements / 18 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | ED glass element | One double-side aspherical and one extreme aspherical element + Nano AR coating |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| 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 | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Length | 85 mm | 200 mm |
| Weight | 305 gr | 1480 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM |
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | ALC-SH102 | ALC-SH145 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
