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Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 2.8-22/24-70 ZA
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Mon December 8, 2008
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100% of reviewers
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$1,799.00
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10.0
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Description:
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From the manufacturer: Co-developed with Carl Zeiss®, the SAL2470Z model is a wide angle 24-70mm zoom lens with a large f/2.8 aperture, ideally suited for discerning landscape and portrait photography. Constructed of 17 elements in 13 groups with two aspheric elements and two extra-low dispersion elements, this lens exhibits excellent contrast and center-to-edge resolution. Its exclusive Carl Zeiss T* (T star) coating technology provides higher light transmission, and minimizes flare to produce images of luminous clarity, color and sharpness.
The SAL2470Z lens excels in difficult lighting circumstances thanks to its f/2.8 aperture, which remain constant throughout the focal length range. The nine-blade, circular iris is especially useful in controlling background defocusing in portrait and landscape images. Combined with Sony’s in-camera Super SteadyShot® system, this lens is the only compatible large aperture standard zoom with the benefit of image stabilization available in the industry.
Quick and precise focusing is delivered by Sony’s Super Sonic wave Motor (SSM) technology. This SSM system utilizes a solid-state focus drive motor that features silent, high-speed response with high-torque and fine rotational control – especially important for large, wide aperture lenses. A mode selector for manual and automatic focus as well as a focus hold control is provided on the lens barrel.
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Posts: 257
Registered: November 2008
Location: Ellicott City, MD (US)
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ph0t0man
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Registered: December 2008
Location: Twin Cities, MN
Posts: 4
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Review Date: Mon December 8, 2008
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Would you recommend the product? Yes |
Price you paid?: $1,799.00
| Rating: 10
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Pros:
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decent build, excellent AF speed, silent AF, incredible sharpness, great range on a900
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Cons:
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size is a little big, but not a burden. only wish it was internal zoom
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This is a class leading lens. It beats the Nikon and blows the Canon away. There are a few minor gripes that you'll hear on the internet - it "creaks" when you zoom...it's not really a bother to me really, and not a sign of poor design or craftsmanship either IMHO. It's not sealed against dust/moisture and the zoom/focus rings gather dust. All things considered, its quite worth putting up with these minor gripes for some of the best glass in the land.
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-Matt
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