Quick answer
A full-frame 28-75mm f/2.8 standard zoom for A-mount with a SAM motor and 67mm filter thread. It weighs about 585 g.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Light at about 585 g
- SAM autofocus
- Full-frame coverage
Cons
- Plastic build compared with premium zooms
- No stabilization in the lens
Verdict
A lighter f/2.8 standard zoom for A-mount full-frame. It is sensible for events and portraits.
About this lens
A 28-75mm f/2.8 fast standard zoom lens, the Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875) is designed for Sony A mount bodies. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.
Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875) specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony A
- Focal length
- 28-75mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2009
- Optical construction
- 16 elements in 14 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Autofocus motor
- SAM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.38 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.22x
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 585 g
- Length
- 94 mm
Specification source: dyxum.com
What can you shoot with the Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875)?
- General full-frame work
- Events and wedding
- Portraits
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 28–75mm | 27–65.5° | 32.2–75.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 42–113mm | 18.2–46.4° | 21.8–54.5° |
Frequently asked questions
How does the Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM compare with the Zeiss 24-70mm?
The Zeiss starts wider at 24mm, has a sturdier build and a dust and moisture resistant design, but is heavier. The 28-75mm is lighter at about 585 g.
Does the Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM have stabilization?
No. It relies on SteadyShot in the camera body, so it is best used on A-mount bodies with sensor-shift stabilization.
What motor does the 28-75mm F2.8 SAM use?
A SAM motor in the lens, which allows autofocus on any A-mount body or with E-mount adapters that support lens motors.
Alternatives for Sony A from other brands
All Sony A lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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