Sony SAL-55200-2 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DT AF Zoom Lens

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I haven't seen the review I posted a couple of weeks ago, so here is a recap and update. Since the image stabilization is built into the Sony DSLR's, this classic inexpensive optic pairs very nicely with the A77. The central sharpness (even wide open) is high enough to capitalize on the 24MP resolution of the APS-C sensor such that you can take a cropped 10MP 500mm equivalent shot with this 10oz glass handheld. Since the A77's EVF provides for 13X focus magnification, you can manually focus to be sure you get the right spot focused - a real problem for me with long tele shots. I don't like plastic lens mounts, but at this weight, it's not too much of a hazard. Just don't try to pick up the camera by grabbing the lens.

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Ever wish you had a nice 10 oz 500mm f/5.6 in your bag? Well, coupling this baby with the new Sony A77 you can crop out the center of the frame (which is nearly tack sharp wide open) and voila! True, the image softens a bit outside the central sweet spot, but only near the frame edges where the chromatic abberactions reign on high. Of course, the A77 corrects CA on the jpegs and most RAW converters will have a lens correction plugin soon to relieve the effort of manual correction. It may not be "Pro Glass", but it sure performs well, independent of price.

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My wife is hard to please. I bought her a Sony Alpha 65 to replace her aging Minolta SLR which she used with a 70mm fixed. This 55-200 is smaller and lighter then the 70mm fixed, and she loves it! The autofocus is fast and crisp and quiet. The included glare shroud is a nice plus although it isn't "pretty".

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Bought this for my teen son, who is fairly new to photography, and he has really taken to it. He showed me the pictures that he's taken so far and it's been huge.

Comments about Sony SAL-55200-2 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DT AF Zoom Lens:

really excellent lens for small photographers like me.Order was delivered very quickly.I recommend your company to all customers.

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The version II 55-200mm is nice, lightweight, inexpensive general-purpose telephoto zoom. As stated in Sony's literature, it makes a nice starter companion to the 18-55mm kit lens.

While the images produced are sharp and contrasty with good color, the lens does not "feel" as good as the 18-55 -- the zoom is not as silky smooth. This would make it somewhat more difficult to use effectively for video work. But, for general photography, it's a nice lens.

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This is my first new lenses since I had my sony a200 for almost 4 years now. This lenses is definitely worth the investment especially if you're taking pictures at an event, where the photographer can take pictures from a distance.

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Travel, family and artistic photography

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enough zoom for entry level DSLR camera user

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I had not experienced enough.

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Using for field shooting in faraway places -- as well as conference rooms.

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Sharp, fast autofocus and lightweight!

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I bought this lens alongside my first DSLR and it quickly parked the kit lens in the bag for a while. It is fast, takes good shots and it is a nice first zoom/telephoto for beginning DSLR users. It comes with a hood, which makes it look cool and blocks the sun and outside light. I ended up parking this lens as I got a lens that was slightly better and was a superset of the range it encompassed, but for $200 this is a good buy and if you can get it cheaper in a combo deal, it is even better. If I had a knock on the lens, it is made of plastic and it is a tad blurry on the 200mm end in certain situations. It could be me, though.

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I had low expectations of this lens going into it - but since it was offered at a special rate with my SONY A580 - I took advantage thinking I could use it on rainy days. I have to admit that I'm entirely surprised by it's abilities given it's price point. Razor sharp images and a punch of contrast that I wasn't expecting. I shoot fashion and beauty - and I'm blown away by what I've seen this lens do. I find myself packing it on shoots all the time now - despite having it's much more expensive siblings. Definitely worth the money spent on it.

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Casual photography
Great Pictures

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When I need more zoom at events, such as a sporting event, this comes in handy. I was not used to a good SLR camera and this changed my view on just how great pictures I can take.

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Good for shooting all types of photos.