Product Description

The superb macro-focus lens for both close-up and distant subjects. This versatile macro-focus lens covers a wide range of photographic applications, from close-up nature subjects to midrange telephoto shots making it ideal to carry on location or in the field. Mounted on the Sony DSLR-A100 camera, it provides a 150mm focal length (35mm equivalent) and its superb sharpness and clarity give you professional results in every shooting situation. Focus Hold Button - For full creative control, a focus hold button located on the lens can lock auto-focusing Auto Clutch - In auto-focus mode, the manual focus ring does not rotate which improves handling ease Circular Aperture - Because aperture blades form a near circle at the wide openings used for low-light shots, spot-light sources have a pleasing circular defocused effect 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Focal Length 35mm Equivalent - 100 mm Min Focus Distance - 1 feet 2.4 inch (35 cm) Aperture Maximum - f2.8 Aperture Minimum - f32 Maximum Magnification - 1.0x Lens Construction - 8 elements in 8 groups with 9 aperture blades Filter Diameter - 55 mm Dimensions - 3 x 4 inch (75 x 98.5 mm) Weight - 1 pounds 2 ounces (505 gram)

Product Details

• Brand: Sony
• Model: SAL100M28
• Released on: 2006-08-01
• Dimensions: 2.00" h x 2.00" w x 4.00" l, 1.50 pounds

Features

• 100mm macro lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for Sony Alpha digital SLR cameras
• Works with Super SteadyShot image stabilization system to keep image steady in low light
• Focus range limiter speeds up autofocus response; focus hold button gives you full control
• High contrast and resolution gives your shots greater visual accuracy for close analysis
• Measures 3 inches in diameter and 4 inches long; weighs 1 pound, 2 ounces

Amazon.com Product Description
Get incredibly close to small subjects with the Sony 100mm macro lens, which delivers professional results in almost any shooting situation. The versatile macro focus lens covers a wide range of photographic applications, from close-up nature subjects to midrange telephoto shots, making it ideal for carrying on location or in the field. The lens's bright f/2.8 maximum aperture works in conjunction with the Sony Alpha's Super SteadyShot image stabilization system to capture bright, steady images even when working with handheld cameras in low light. Specific details include a focus range limiter that speeds up the autofocus response by limiting the range of distances that are brought into focus; a focus hold button that gives you full creative control; an auto clutch option with a manual focus ring that doesn't rotate; a circular aperture that provides a pleasing circular defocused effect that's ideal for low-light shots; and excellent optical precision that gives your shots greater visual accuracy.

• Focal length: 150mm (100mm 35mm equivalent)
• Filter diameter: 55mm
• Minimum focus distance: 1 foot, 2.4 inches
• Magnification: 1x
• Lens group elements: 8 groups 8 elements
• Distance scale: Yes
• Distance encoder: Yes
• Non-rotating focusing ring: Yes
• Focus hold button: Yes
• Depth of field: Yes
• Focus range limiter: Yes
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum aperture: f/32
• Blades: 9 aperture
• Asperhic elements: No
• Lens type: Macro
• Dimensions: 3 inches in diameter and 4 inches long
• Weight: 1 pound, 2 ounces

Customer Reviews

This lens beats all I own!

Your rating: 5 stars
Headline: This camera lens is awesome!

Pros : Durable, Sharp Focus, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Easily Interchangeable
Cons : NONE
Best Uses : Wildlife, Sports/Action, Portraits, Macro and portraits, Upgrade
Describe Yourself : Semi-Professional

I only use this lens when the shot counts. My site has 10,000 shots primarily with this macro lens.
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The Short and Medium of It
Arrived in good order and after using it for several hours in one day I can report no problems and it functioned well. The kit lens that came with the camera was good for the Sony A350, but this lens enhances the camera's utility and effectiveness greatly.