Quick answer
The Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) is a standard to telephoto zoom lens covering 55-200mm at f/4.0 for the Sony A mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2): a short-telephoto zoom lens with a 55-200mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4-5.6, made for Sony A mount cameras. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.
Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony A
- Focal length
- 55-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2009
- Optical construction
- 13 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Autofocus motor
- SAM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.95 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.29x
- Filter thread
- 55 mm
- Weight
- 305 g
- Length
- 85 mm
Specification source: dyxum.com
What can you shoot with the Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2)?
At 55-200mm this is a standard to telephoto zoom, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 83–300mm | 6.9–24.6° | 8.2–29.4° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) use?
It uses the Sony A mount, so it fits Sony A cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2)?
It zooms across 55-200mm with a maximum aperture of f/4.0. That makes it a standard to telephoto lens.
Is the Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 55-200mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/4.0.
What is the Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 83–300mm on full frame, with a 6.9–24.6° horizontal and 8.2–29.4° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Sony AF DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2) fit?
Any Sony A-mount camera, including Sony A100, Sony A200, Sony A230, Sony A290, and Sony A300 and 24 more.
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