Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II Specifications

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Product
Name Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II

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Manufacturer Sony
SKU SAL18552
Release Date and Price
Release Year 2013
Release Date 2013-02-20
MSRP N/A
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Lens Type
Lens Type Standard / Normal
Zoom or Prime Zoom lens
Mount and Compatibility
Mount Sony A
Designed for APS-C sensor Yes
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Focus
Autofocus (AF) Yes
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor Yes

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Motor Type Micromotor
Focus Method Extends
Closest Focusing Distance 25 cm
Maximum Magnification 0,34
Aperture
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
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Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Construction 8 elements  /  7 groups
Special Elements/Coatings No information
Focal Length
Focal Length 18-55 mm
Zoom Range 37 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 72 mm
Length 69 mm
Weight 222 gr
Other
Filter Type Filter Thread
Filter Diameter 55 mm
Lens Hood Not Included
Lens Hood SKU ALC-SH108
Tripod Collar N/A
Tripod Collar SKU N/A