Sony/Minolta 70-200 f/2.8 G SSM SAL-70200G

[groovyone]

Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 SSM G

Description:

The SAL-70200G 70-200mm f/2.8 APO G(D) SSM Lens is a high-quality lens that employs supersonic-wave motor (SSM) technology for quieter, smoother AF operation. This G-Series zoom lens covers a broad range of frequent telephoto shooting situations. Its 35mm-equivalent range of 105-300mm zooming, fast f/2.8 aperture and quiet, high-speed SSM (SuperSonic-Wave Motor) auto-focus precision makes it ideal for long-distance sports and wildlife photography.

With a full range of functions geared to the professional photographer, this lens provides sharp, color-free images across the entire film area at all apertures. High-quality multi-coatings increase transmittance and reduce flare to preserve contrast.

Note! AF with this lens can only be used with Sony SLR cameras, or Minolta Maxxum 7 or later models (Maxxum 5, 4, 3, etc.).

SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) A built-in lens motor for faster automatic focusing with high torque at low speed, quick start/stop response, and quiet, smooth operation.

ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Glass Four precision ED Glass lenses correct chromatic aberrations and deliver visually accurate results even at full telephoto zoom extension.

Focus Hold Three Focus Hold buttons are provided, which lock the focus at the press of a button.

DMF Mode Two DMF (Direct Manual Focus) modes give exacting control over the AF system. Standard DMF allows the photographer to fine tune the focus after the AF system has locked onto the subject. Full-time DMF gives the photographer access to manual focus control at any time by simply turning the focusing ring.

Focus-Range Limit Two focus-range limit settings reduce auto-focusing time.

Circular Aperture The 9-blade Circular Aperture design keeps the defocused image of point light sources outside the depth of field round between f/2.8 and f/5.6.

Tripod Collar The removable tripod collar rotates 360° so the camera and lens can be orientated in any position when mounted from above or below.

Lens Hood A lightweight, but durable, petal-type lens hood is lined with velvet to reduce flare. The hood also has a covered polarizing-filter window so that a polarizing filter can be rotated without having to remove the hood from the lens.

Performance:

• Focal Length 70 - 200 mm
• Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 105 - 300 mm
• Aperture Maximum: f/2.8, Minimum: f/32
• Camera Mount Type Sony Alpha, Minolta AF
• Format Compatibility 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor, DSLR (APS-C Sensor)
• Angle of View 34° - 12°
• Minimum Focus Distance 3.94' (1.2 m)
• Magnification 0.21x
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:4.76
• Groups/Elements 16/19
• Diaphragm Blades 9

Features:

• Image Stabilization: In Camera
• Autofocus: Yes
• Tripod Collar: Yes

Specifications:

• Filter Thread: 77 mm
• Dimensions (DxL): Approx. 3.43 x 7.74" (8.71 x 19.66 cm)
• Weight: 2.86 lb (1.30 kg)

User Reviews:

• B&H Photo user reviews HERE
• Amazon user reviews HERE
• Adorama user reviews HERE

Where To Buy:

How To Post Sample Images:

We ask that members please post their own sample photos taken with this particular lens in order to give others that may be in the market to purchase one and idea of how well it handles. When posting sample photos we ask that you do so like the example below in regards to including any and all EXIF data such as camera body used, aperture, shutter speed, ISO etc. This will help out a great deal.

Example:

Canon EOS-5D Mark II : Canon EF 35 f/1.4L : 25 Seconds : f/5.6 : 100 ISO : 35mm : Aperture Priority Mode : -1/3 Bias : No Flash

Thanks

[AKPhotography]

Love the rocket one!

[groovyone]

Sony A700 : @140mm : 1/250th : f2.8 : 320 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp

(not the best shot, but it shows what it can do. I'll get a better one up shortly.)

My favorite:
Sony A700 : @200mm : 1/5000th : f2.8 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp
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[CFord]

Sony A700 : @140mm : 1/250th : f2.8 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp : Flash not fired


Sony A700 : @135mm : 1/125th : f5.6 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp : Flash not fired : SOOC JPEG

[KBerntsen]

Sony A700 : @200mm : f/2.8 : ISO800 : 1/200 : A Mode : 0 Exp Comp

[herb_m]

First Post Newbie So be gentle.

Sony A700 : @150mm : 1/1000th : f3.2 : 100 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp : Flash not fired



Sony A700 : @150mm : 1/1000th : f3.2 : 100 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp : Flash not fired


Sony A700 : @150mm : 1/1600th : f3.2 : 100 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp : Flash not fired


Sony A700 : @150mm : 1/1600th : f3.2 : 100 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : 0 Exp Comp : Flash not fired

[Breezy]

looks like I have found my next lense
I need to find some of my photos and post on the lenses I have lol

[groovyone]

New from today:

Sony A700 : @200mm : 1/2000th : f2.8 : 200 ISO : Aperture Priority Mode : -1/3 Exp Comp

[Norm]

I will do some more shots with A900.
No flash used
1) 1/200 f/2.8 ISO125 200mm 2) 1/125 f/2.8 ISO125

3) 1/125 f/2.8 ISO160 200mm

4) 1/8 f/2.8 ISO400 100mm

5) 1/125 f/2.8 ISO3200 85mm

[Cope]

Originally Posted by KBerntsen

Sony A700 : @200mm : f/2.8 : ISO800 : 1/200 : A Mode : 0 Exp Comp

Ken, I like that one. Looks familiar.

[herb_m]

Sony A-700 Aperture Prioity F/3.5 200 mm iso 200

[digitalshooter]

Here is a low light in both color and B&W:

[Cope]

Originally Posted by digitalshooter

Here is a low light in both color and B&W:

Ed, was this with the 7D or A700?

[digitalshooter]

a700

[indyspeedbird]

Were you using DRO, when taking any or all of the images?