Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM vs Sony 500mm F8 Reflex
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM and Sony 500mm F8 Reflex.
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Product |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Name | Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM | Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
SKU | SAL30M28 | SAL500F80 |
Release Date and Price |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Release Year | 2009 | 2006 |
Release Date | 2009-05-18 | 2006-06-05 |
MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | Micro-Type Ultrasonic | Screw drive from camera |
Focus Method | Extends | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | N/A | 400 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 1 | 0,13 |
Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
Macro Scale | 1 | |
Aperture |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F8 |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 | No information |
Optics |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 7 elements / 5 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 1 Filter Element |
Focal Length |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Focal Length | 30 mm | 500 mm |
Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
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 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Weather Sealing | No | No |
Diameter | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Length | 45 mm | 118 mm |
Weight | 150 gr | 665 gr |
Other |
Sony DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM |
Sony 500mm F8 Reflex |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 49 mm | 55 mm |
Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | N/A | SH0015 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |