Sony DT 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 SAM Specifications

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Product
Name Sony DT 55-300mm F4.5-5.6 SAM

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Manufacturer Sony
SKU SAL55300
Release Date and Price
Release Year 2012
Release Date 2012-07-25
MSRP N/A
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Lens Type
Lens Type Telephoto
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 Micro Motor
Focus Method Extends
Closest Focusing Distance 140 cm
Maximum Magnification 0,27
Aperture
Maximum Aperture F4,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths.
F4,5 at 55 mm
F5,6 at 300 mm
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Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Construction 12 elements  /  9 groups
Special Elements/Coatings ED glass element
Focal Length
Focal Length 55-300 mm
Zoom Range 245 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 77 mm
Length 117 mm
Weight 460 gr
Other
Filter Type Filter Thread
Filter Diameter 62 mm
Lens Hood Included
Lens Hood SKU ALC-SH112
Tripod Collar N/A
Tripod Collar SKU N/A