Sony 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM Specifications

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Product
Name Sony 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM

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Manufacturer Sony
SKU SAL70400G
Release Date and Price
Release Year 2008
Release Date 2008-09-09
MSRP N/A
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Lens Type
Lens Type Telephoto
Supertelephoto
Zoom or Prime Zoom lens
Mount and Compatibility
Mount Sony A
Designed for APS-C sensor No (Suitable for all sensors)
Focus
Autofocus (AF) Yes
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor Yes

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Motor Type Ultrasonic
Focus Method Extends
Closest Focusing Distance 150 cm
Maximum Magnification 0,27
Aperture
Maximum Aperture F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths.
F4 at 70 mm
F5,6 at 400 mm
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Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Construction 18 elements  /  12 groups
Special Elements/Coatings No information
Focal Length
Focal Length 70-400 mm
Zoom Range 330 mm
Built-in Teleconverter No
Teleconverter Multiplier N/A
Image Stabilization No
Image Stabilization CIPA rating N/A
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating
Physical
Weather Sealing No
Diameter 95 mm
Length 196 mm
Weight 1490 gr
Other
Filter Type Filter Thread
Filter Diameter 77 mm
Lens Hood Included
Lens Hood SKU ALCSH107
Tripod Collar Included
Tripod Collar SKU N/A