Lenses and Accessories Selection Guide

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Lenses and Accessories

Selection Guide

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Lenses

Featuring superior optical characteristics to match your desire for photographic

excellence. For added versatility, the collection also offers large-aperture

G Lenses and premium quality Carl Zeiss

®

lenses.

Index

Zoom Lenses

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SAL1118

DT 11-18mm F.-.6

APS-C format Lens

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SAL1870

DT 18-70mm F3.-.6

APS-C format Lens

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SAL18200

DT 18-200mm F3.-6.3

APS-C format Lens

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SAL24105

2-10mm F3.-.

10

SAL75300

7-300mm F.-.6

Fixed Focal Length Lenses

11

SAL16F28

16mm F2.8 Fisheye

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SAL20F28

20mm F2.8

12

SAL28F28

28mm F2.8

12

SAL50F14

0mm F1.

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SAL50M28

0mm F2.8 Macro

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SAL100M28

100mm F2.8 Macro

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SAL135F28

13mm F2.8 [T.] STF

15

SAL500F80

00mm F8 Reflex

G Lenses

17

SAL35F14G

3mm F1. G

18

SAL70200G

70-200mm F2.8G

19

SAL300F28G

300mm F2.8G

Teleconverters

19

SAL14TC

1.x Teleconverter

19

SAL20TC

2x Teleconverter

Carl Zeiss Lenses

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SAL85F14Z

Planar T*8mm F1. ZA

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SAL135F18Z

Sonnar T*13mm F1.8 ZA

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SAL1680Z

Vario-Sonnar T*DT 16-80mm F3.–

. ZA

APS-C format Lens

Accessories

Supports the expansion of your

system to accommodate a variety of

shooting styles and camera needs.

30-31

External Flash Units

32-33

Specialty Flashes &

Accessories

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Viewfinder Accessories

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Carrying Cases & Straps

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Remote Commanders

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Batteries & Chargers

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Welcome to a world of limitless photographic possibilities.

From wide-angle to super telephoto, the lens system offers

a versatile collection of high-precision lenses that let you

explore your creativity to its fullest. And with each shot, at

any focal length, you’ll witness the superior clarity and color

that comes from Sony’s advanced optical technology, which

includes innovations such as aspheric lenses and ED

(Extra-low Dispersion) glass.

Each of the 21 lenses in the lens system–including the

outstanding Sony

®

G series and Carl Zeiss

®

ZA series lenses–

has been crafted with utmost attention to every factor. Superb

sharpness and contrast. Beautiful defocusing effects.

Optimum AF performance, ergonomic handling, and more.

It all comes together in a lineup that brings out the best

in your Digital SLR. Spectacular results await you. Come

explore the possibilities.

Lenses

Super SteadyShot

®

image stabilization works

wonders with any

lens.

Since image stabilization is built inside the digital SLR camera body, you can

harness the full potential of any lens or compatible Dynax/Maxxum

®

/Alpha

lenses from Minolta or Konica Minolta.

• Amount of stabilization will differ by lens and shooting conditions.

• Super SteadyShot feature is not compatible with Konica Minolta AF Macro

Zoom Lens 3x-1x F1.7-2.8.

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SAL1118

DT11-18mm F4.5-5.6 Lens groups/elements: 12/1 Minimum focus: 9-13/16” (0.2m) Filter diameter: 77 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 3-1/ x 3-3/16” (83 x 80. mm) Weight: 12.7 oz (360 g) Super wide-angle zoom lens designed for SLRs with an APS-C size image sensor. Zoom range is equivalent to16.– 27 mm in 3 mm format. High contrast is maintained throughout the zoom range, and features such as aspheric lens elements and ED glass serve to minimize flare, spherical aberrations, and coma aberrations. Includes circular aperture for beautiful defocusing, especially of point light sources in night scenes. Internal focusing optimizes AF operation. • • • • •

SAL1870

DT 18-70mm F3.5-5.6 Lens groups/elements: 9/11 Minimum focus: 1-1/16” (0.38m) Filter diameter: mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-/8 x 3” (66 x 77 mm)

Weight: 8.3 oz (23 g) Versatile zoom lens that covers many commonly used focal lengths. Range is from wide-angle to medium telephoto, equivalent to 27–10 mm in 3 mm format. This lens is a compact and lightweight zoom lens designed specifically for APS-C format SLRs. Includes aspheric elements and ED glass to correct various aberrations at wide-angle settings. Provides outstanding clarity at all focal lengths, and short minimum focusing distance. Ideal for a variety of subjects.

• • • • • SAL1118 (DT11-18mm F.-.6)

Aspherical lens ED glass

APS-C format lens APS-C format lens

Zoom Lenses

Sony DT Lenses

The APS-C size image sensor used in digital SLRs has slightly different optical requirements than 3 mm format, as can be seen by comparing 2 images taken at the same focal length. DT lenses feature downsized optics that are optimized for the smaller angle of view of APS-C size image sensors. These optics also result in more compact lens bodies.

DT Lenses cannot be used with 3 mm format cameras.

SAL18200

DT 18-200mm F3.5-6.3

Lens groups/elements: 13/1 Minimum focus: 17-11/16” (0. m) Filter diameter: 62 mm

Size: (diameter x length) 2-7/8 x 3-3/8” (73 x 8. mm) Weight: 1.3 oz (0 g) A zoom lens designed specifically for SLRs with an APS-C size image sensor, featuring a wide zoom range that’s equivalent to 27–300 mm in 3 mm format. Includes 3 aspheric lens elements and 2 ED glass elements to suppress flare and correct various optical aberrations. Capable of capturing images with high contrast and rich tonal variation. Its circular aperture makes for pleasing defocusing effects, and the internal focusing mechanism ensures smooth AF operation.

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APS-C format lens

SAL18200 (DT18-200mm F3.-6.3)

3 mm format

APS-C size image sensor

Zoom Lenses

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Circular aperture Internal focusing Focus Hold Button Focus Range limiter ADI flash metering SSM (Super sonic wave motor)

• For details, please refer to the Lens Technology section on p.26–28.

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Circular aperture Internal focusing Focus Hold Button_{• For details, please refer to the}Focus Range limiter ADI flash metering_{Lens Technology section on p.26–28.}SSM (Super sonic wave motor)

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SAL24105

24-105mm F3.5-4.5 Lens groups/elements: 11/12 Minimum focus: 19-11/16” (0. m) Filter diameter: 62 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-13/16 x 2-11/16” (71 x 69 mm) Weight: 13.9 oz (39 g)

Extremely compact zoom lens that covers a broad range of focal lengths from wide-angle to medium telephoto. Excellent clarity at all focal lengths. Includes 2 aspheric lens elements to minimize spherical aberrations, coma aberrations, and lens flare. Also includes a circular aperture for natural off-subject defocusing. During AF operation, the manual focus ring does not rotate, which enhances the operability of the lens.

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SAL75300

75-300mm F4.5-5.6 Lens groups/elements: 10/13 Minimum focus: 9” (1. m) Filter diameter: mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-13/16 x -13/16” (71 x 122 mm) Weight: 1 lb 0.2 oz (60 g) Compact and lightweight zoom lens that ranges between medium telephoto to telephoto focal lengths. Ideal for portraits and for filling the frame with a subject that’s situated at a distance. Provides the dual advantages of high optical performance and compact size because of an optical system based on the double telephoto zoom lenses. Also features a circular aperture for beautiful defocusing, and a minimum focusing distance of 1. m.

• • • • • SAL7300 (7-300mm F.-.6)

Zoom Lenses

Aspherical lens

SAL16F28

16mm F2.8 Fisheye Lens groups/elements: 8/11 (including 1 filter) Minimum focus: 7-7/8” (0.2 m) Filters: types (built-in)

Size: (diameter x length): 2-1/16 x 2-/8” (7 x 66. mm)

Weight: 1.1 oz (00 g) Allows you to capture dynamic images with all the distinctive traits of a fisheye lens: curvilinear distortion, exaggerated perspective, and an extremely deep depth of field. The diagonal angle of view is 180° in 3 mm format (110° in APS-C format). Clear images can be obtained from 20 cm to infinity, even with the aperture wide open. The lens includes internal filters to select from.

Filters: normal; O6 monochrome contrast filter; B12 red reduction filter; A12 blue reduction filter.

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SAL20F28

20mm F2.8 Lens groups/elements: 9/10 Minimum focus: 9-7/8” (0.2 m) Filter diameter: 72 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 3-1/16 x 2-1/8” (78 x 3. mm) Weight: 10.1 oz (28 g) A wide-angle lens that demonstrates an extremely high degree of distortion compensation, which allows you to capture high-quality images with exaggerated perspective and very deep depth of field. Images are crisp from corner to corner as a result of lens coatings and the reduction of internal light reflection. Various aberrations are compensated for at focusing distances from 2 cm to infinity. The rear focusing mechanism enables quick focusing.

• • • • • SAL16F28 (16mm F2.8 Fisheye)

Fixed Focal Length Lenses

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SAL28F28

28mm F2.8 Lens groups/elements: / Minimum focus: 11-13/16” (0.3 m) Filter diameter: 9 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-9/16 x 1-11/16” (6. x 2. mm) Weight: 6. oz (18 g) A wide-angle lens for capturing images with breadth and deep depth of field. It gives you a wider frame with which to compose your shots, so that more of the surroundings can be included in the image. Highly effective for architectural photography (both indoor and outdoor), as well as for street scenes and landscapes. Other benefits include a built-in lens hood, plus a compact and lightweight design that makes the lens wonderfully portable. • • • • •

SAL50F14

50mm F1.4 Lens groups/elements: 6/7 Minimum focus: 17-11/16” (0. m) Filter diameter: mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-9/16 x 1-11/16” (6. x 2. mm) Weight: 7.8 oz (220 g)

A fast standard lens that lets you take full advantage of ambient lighting as well as beautiful defocusing at wide aperture settings. This lens is highly effective in low-light situations when used together with Super SteadyShot®

image stabilization system, and is also recommended for portraits. Captured images exhibit high resolution from corner to corner, superior clarity, and low flare. A circular aperture is used to enhance the unique defocusing effect of large-aperture lenses. • • • • • SAL0F1 (0 mm F1.)

Fixed Focal Length Lenses

SAL50M28

50mm F2.8 Macro

Lens groups/elements: 6/7 Minimum focus: 7-7/8” (0.2 m) Filter diameter: mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-13/16 x 2-3/8” (71. x 60 mm)

Weight: 10. oz (29 g)

A compact macro lens with autofocusing from all ranges between 1:1 magnification and infinity. Compared to a macro lens with longer focal length, this lens provides a wider frame for capturing more of the background in your images. Magnificent image quality comes from its double-floating lens construction, and a circular aperture ensures beautiful defocusing. Close-ups can be taken from just 20 cm. To optimize handling, the focus ring does not rotate during AF operation. • • • • •

SAL100M28

100mm F2.8 Macro Lens groups/elements: 8/8 Minimum focus: 13-3/” (0.3 m) Filter diameter: mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-1/16 x 3-7/8” (7 x 98. mm)

Weight: 1 lb 1.8 oz (0 g)

Telephoto macro lens with AF operation at all focal lengths from 1:1 magnification to infinity. Ideal for close-ups of flowers and other small objects. Also, the 100 mm focal length lets you shoot subjects that you can’t get close to, such as insects. Double-floating lens elements ensure superior image quality, and 9-blade circular aperture provides natural defocusing. Operability is enhanced by a focus hold button, focus range limiter, and focus ring that does not rotate during AF operation.

• • • • • SAL0M28 (0mm F2.8 Macro)

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SAL135F28

135mm F2.8 [T4.5] STF

Lens groups/elements: 6/8 ( includes 1 group with 2 APD elements) Minimum focus: 3-1/” (0.87 m) Filter diameter: 72 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 3-1/8 x 3-7/8” (80 x 99 mm)

Weight: 1 lb 9.7 oz (730 g) The special-purpose lens allows you to create truly unique images with exceptionally smooth transitions between in-focus and defocused areas. This is achieved through apodization optics, which gives your images added dimensionality and also contributes to the natural spread of highlights. Clarity at the point of focus is superb, and vignetting and double-line defocusing are avoided. A separate manual aperture ring gives you added control over defocusing of objects at the edges of the image.

• • • • • SAL13F28 (13mm F2.8 [T.] STF)

STF (Smooth Trans Focus) Lens

Manual focus only Teleconverter compatible

Ideal Defocusing with the

STF Lens

In a conventional lens, the amount of light collected at the periphery of the lens is roughly equal to the amount of light at the center. This results in uniformly sharp objects at points b and c, below. The STF lens, however, uses a special filter called an “apodization optical element” that collects less light at the lens periphery, which results in diffusion at the edges of the objects instead. Smoother defocusing is due to this optical characteristic.

STF lens

Apodization optical element

Defocusing of STF lens (around focus point “a”)

A _a

b c A

Conventional lens

Defocusing of conventional lens (around focus point “a”)

a

b c

STF Lens & T Numbers

Because the STF lens collects less light overall than conventional lenses, F-stops are replaced by T (transmission) numbers. In practice, the two types of values can be used interchangeably to determine exposure.

SAL500F80

500mm F8 Reflex

Lens groups/elements: /7 (includes 1 filter)

Minimum focus: 11-1/2” (.0 m) Filter diameter: 2 mm (rear slide-in type) Size: (diameter x length): 3-1/2 x -/8” (89 x 118 mm) Weight: 1 lb 7. oz (66 g) A unique reflex lens that provides autofocusing through the innovative combination of a mirror lens system and the camera’s AF sensor. Captures impressively clear images with none of the chromatic aberration that often mars conventional refractive lenses, and produces distinctive ring-shaped defocusing effects. Light and compact for a super-telephoto lens, and thus an ideal option for nature and wildlife photography, especially as a means of minimizing gear. Includes focus hold button.

• • • • • SAL00F80 (00mm F8 Reflex)

Reflex Super-Telephoto Lens

Autofocusing in a Reflex

Telephoto Lens

In AF operation, distance is usually measured with a beam of light that transmits through the lens at around F6.7 to F8. If the aperture is any smaller, then AF cannot function. However, the SAL00F80 overcomes this limitation by using a modified optical design in combination with the camera’s highly sensitive AF sensor. First, the secondary mirror was reduced in size so as not to obstruct the metering light. Next, the primary mirror was enlarged to improve light collection efficiency. Finally, aberrations were corrected at the rear of the lens to ensure high sharpness while also enabling AF.

Secondary mirror Primary mirror Sensor position (equivalent) Image sensor for AF

Separator lens Condenser lens

Light beam required for AF Exit pupil of 00mm lens

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The large-aperture G Lens series brings together a wealth of

advanced technology to provide you with an exceptionally

refined level of optical performance. Its aspherical lens

elements improve lens performance; ED (Extra-low Dispersion)

glass minimizes the chromatic aberrations that occur at large

apertures; and the circular aperture makes smooth, beautiful

defocusing possible. The resulting difference in quality is clear

to see... and clearly breathtaking.

Sony

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Lenses

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Modulation Transfer

Function (MTF)

MTF is a measurement of how well a lens can reproduce fine details at a high level of contrast. The curves below show lens performance at two levels of spatial frequency (10 or 30 line pairs/mm) for two types of targets (radial R, tangential T). Performance is measured at two settings: open and F8. For each condition, contrast level changes at various points away from the center of the image.

SAL35F14G

35mm F1.4 G Lens groups/elements: 8/10 Minimum focus: 11-13/16” (0.3 m) Filter diameter: mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-3/ x 3” (69 x 76 mm)

Weight: 1 lb 2 oz (10 g) Fast wide-angle lens with superior image quality at wide apertures thanks to glass-molded aspheric lens elements. Achieves high resolution and high contrast from corner to corner, with shallow depth of field also possible because of the large maximum aperture. This unique lens gives a special touch to portraits and landscapes, and is ideal for handheld shooting. For comfortable handling, includes a focus hold button and a focus ring that does not rotate during AF operation. • • • • • SAL3F1G (3mm F1. G)

Sony G Lenses

R10 line pairs/mm T10 line pairs/mm Open F8 R30 line pairs/mm T30 line pairs/mm R10 line pairs/mm T10 line pairs/mm R30 line pairs/mm T30 line pairs/mm

(R: radial target, T: tangential target)

Aspherical lens

Distance from center of image (mm)

MTF Contr ast (%) 100 80 60 0 20 0 8 12 16 20

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SAL70200G

70-200mm F2.8 G Lens groups/elements: 16/19 Minimum focus: 7-1/” (1.2 m) Filter diameter: 77 mm Size: (diameter x length): 3-7/16 x 7-3/” (87 x 196. mm) Weight: 2 lb 1.3 oz (130 g) (w/o tripod mount)

High-performance lens for popular telephoto focal lengths that features fast, continuous F2.8 aperture and comfortable handling. Excellent contrast and clarity at all focal lengths, with minimal chromatic aberration because of its ED glass elements. Quiet, responsive focusing comes courtesy of the SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) and internal focusing. Two types of DMF (Direct Manual Focus) enable you to fine-tune focus, even during AF operation. Also includes 3 focus hold buttons and a focus range limiter.

• • • • • SAL70200G (70-200mm F2.8 G)

Sony

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G Lenses

70mm focal length 200mm focal length

Shooting distance index

Teleconverter compatible

3 buttons Electronic

Shooting distance scale Focus ring

Zoom ring Tripod mount index

Focus hold button Focal length scale

Operation switch

SAL300F28G

300mm F2.8G Lens groups/elements: 12/13 (includes 1 filter) Minimum focus: 78-3/” (2.0 m) Filter diameter: 2 mm (rear slide-in type) Size: (diameter x length): -13/16 x 9-9/16” (122 x 22. mm)

Weight: lb 1. oz (2310 g) (w/o tripod mount) Versatile wide-aperture telephoto lens that produces spectacular results with sports scenes, landscapes, portraits, and more. Provides exceptionally sharp image quality, with 3 ED glass elements to minimize chromatic aberration. Focusing is quiet and responsive due to the SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) and internal focusing mechanism. Minimum focusing distance is a class-leading 2.0 m. Great operability comes from the pre-focus function, focus range switch, 2 DMF modes, lightweight design, and detachable tripod mount. A large carbon fiber hood provides effective light shielding. • • • • • SAL300F28G (300mm F2.8 G)

Sony G Lenses

Teleconverter compatible buttons Electronic

Teleconverters

These attachments significantly boost the focal length of the primary lens, with no impact on resolving power. A handy tool for minimizing gear. Great for landscape or sports photography.

Compatible lenses

SAL70200G (70-200mm F2.8G)*1

SAL300F28G (300mm F2.8G)*1

SAL13F28 (13mm F2.8 [T.] STF)*2 *1 Compatible with MF and AF focusing modes. *2 Compatible with MF focusing mode only.

SAL14TC

1.4x Teleconverter

Lens groups/elements: / Size: (diam x length): 2-1/2 x 13/16” (6 x 20 mm) Weight: 6 oz (170 g) • • •

SAL20TC

2x Teleconverter Lens groups/elements: /6 Size: (diam x length): 2-1/2 x 1-11/16” (6 x 3. mm) Weight: 7.1 oz (200 g) •

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ED (Extra-low Dispersion ) glass

60R10 line pairs/mm T10 line pairs/mm

Open

R30 line pairs/mm T30 line pairs/mm

MTF Contr ast (%) F8 R10 line pairs/mm T10 line pairs/mm R30 line pairs/mm T30 line pairs/mm

(R: radial target, T: tangential target) Distance from center of image (mm)

MTF

Contr

ast (%)

For details of MTF, please refer to p17.

100 80 0 20 0 8 12 16 20 100 80 60 0 20 0 8 12 16 20

Shooting distance scale

Focus ring Focus hold button

Shooting distance index Depth of field scale

Strap eyelet Tripod mount index Slot-in filter frame

Focus mode switch DMF switch Focus range adjust layer Focus range switch Focus preset button Buzzer Focus hold/ pre-focus switch F8 R10 line pairs/mm T10 line pairs/mm R30 line pairs/mm T30 line pairs/mm

MTF

Contr

ast (%)

Open 100 80 60 0 20 0 8 12 16 20 R10 line pairs/mm T10 line pairs/mm R30 line pairs/mm T30 line pairs/mm

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Unparalleled quality has long been the hallmark of Carl Zeiss

lenses. And now, over 160 years of optical expertise has been

distilled into a series of mount lenses, jointly developed

by Carl Zeiss and Sony. With exclusive

T* (“T-star”) coating

technology for higher light transmission, and minimal flare

and ghosting. With marvelously faithful and luminous colors.

And with extreme compensation of various optical

aberrations. Discover some of the world’s finest lenses, and

unlock your true artistic potential.

Carl Zeiss

®

Lenses

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Modulation Transfer

Function (MTF)

MTF is a measurement of how well a lens can reproduce fine details at a high level of contrast. The curves below show lens performance at two levels of spatial frequency (10 or 30 line pairs/mm) for two types of targets (radial R, tangential T). Performance is measured at two settings: open and F8. For each condition, contrast level changes at various points away from the center of the image.

SAL85F14Z

Planar T* 85mm F1.4 ZA

Lens groups/elements: 7/8 Minimum focus: 33-1/2” (0.8 m) Filter diameter: 72 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 3-3/16 x 2-1/16” (81 x 7 mm)

Weight: 1 lb 6.6 oz (60 g)

Among the finest choices for portrait photography. The Carl Zeiss Planar T* lens for

digital SLRs is a new-generation model that allows gorgeous portraits to be captured at a relaxed distance from the subject, while providing superior image clarity and also smooth, natural defocusing that adds depth to your portraits. Optimum handling is ensured by features such as a focus hold button to lock focus and a focus ring that does not rotate during AF operation. With its large aperture, the SAL8F1ZA is ideal for handheld shooting in low light, especially when used in conjunction with Super SteadyShot, the in-camera image stabilization system of the digital SLR.

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SAL8F1Z (Planar T* 8mm F1. ZA)

Carl Zeiss Lenses

Aspherical lens MTF Open MTF F8 R20 line pairs/mm T20 line pairs/mm R0 line pairs/mm T0 line pairs/mm

Contr

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Contr

ast (%)

100 80 60 0 20 0 8 12 16 20 100 80 60 0 20 0 8 12 16 20

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SAL135F18Z

Sonnar T*135mm F1.8 ZA

Lens groups/elements: 8/11 Minimum focus: 28-3/8” (0.72 m) Filter diameter: 77 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 3-1/2 x -1/2” (88. x 11 mm) Weight: 2 lb 3.2 oz (99 g) A standout among medium telephoto lenses due to its large maximum aperture and 3 ED glass elements that compensate for chromatic aberration. Demonstrates high resolving power even at wider apertures and also sharpness from corner to corner, which allows for subtle details to be captured faithfully. Another key benefit is the powerful close-up capability, as 0.2x magnification can be obtained with high image quality at the lens’ minimum

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focusing distance of 0.72 m. In terms of operability, the internal focusing mechanism provides fast

autofocusing, and the focus ring does not rotate during AF operation. Focus hold button is also included. When used in conjunction with Super SteadyShot®_image

stabilization, this lens is excellent for handheld shooting in low-light conditions.

SAL13F18Z (Sonnar T*13mm F1.8 ZA)

Carl Zeiss

®

Lenses

ED (Extra low Dispersion) glass

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SAL1680Z

Vario-Sonnar T* DT 16-80mm F3.5-4.5 ZA Lens groups/elements: 10/1 Minimum focus: 13-3/” (0.3 m) Filter diameter: 62 mm

Size: (diameter x length): 2-13/16 x 3-1/”

Weight: 1.7 oz ( g) Zoom lens designed specifically for digital SLRs with APS-C size image sensor, with unusually wide angle to telephoto zoom range that’s equivalent to 2–120 mm in 3 mm format. Includes 2 glass-molded aspherical elements to deliver high contrast and a clear, luminous quality to your images. The optical system is optimized for digital SLRs, which ensures high optical performance even while overall lens size is kept small. Other advantages include comfortable handling and operation, plus a circular aperture for beautiful defocusing.

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SAL1680Z (Vario-Sonnar T*DT 16-80mm F3.-. ZA)

Carl Zeiss Lenses

APS-C format lens

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Circular aperture Internal focusing Focus Hold Button Focus Range limiter ADI flash metering SSM (Super sonic wave motor)

• For details, please refer to the Lens Technology section on p.26–28.

MTF Open

Contr

ast (%)

(R: radial target, T: tangential target) For details of MTF, please refer to p.21.

MTF F8

Contr ast (%) 100 80 60 0 20 0 8 12 16 20 100 80 60 0 20 0 8 12 16 20 Aspherical lens MTF Open

Contr ast (%) 100 80 60 0 20 0 3 6 9 12 MTF Open Contr ast (%) 100 80 60 0 20 0 3 6 9 12

16 mm focal length

MTF Open

Contr ast (%) 100 80 60 0 20 0 3 6 9 12 MTF Open Contr ast (%) 100 80 60 0 20 0 3 6 9 12

R20 line pairs/mm T20 line pairs/mm R0 line pairs/mm T0 line pairs/mm R10 line pairs/mm T10 line pairs/mm

(R: radial target, T: tangential target) For details of MTF, please refer to p.21.

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Main Specifications of

Lenses

Focal length vs. angle of view

(when used with APS-C size image sensor DSLR)

*Angle of view **Equivalent focal lengths in 3 mm format

11 mm, 10˚*

(16. mm) ** 18 mm, 76˚*(27 mm) ** 2 mm, 61˚*(36 mm) ** 28 mm, ˚*(2 mm) ** 3 mm, ˚*(2. mm) ** 0 mm, 32˚*(7 mm) *

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Product Model Name Description Lens Configuration _{(group/ element)}

3mm equivalent Focal Length (mm)

when used with APS-C DSLR

Angle of View when used with

APS-C DSLR

Angle of View

(3mm format) Aperture BladeNo. of Min. Aperture (f)

Max. Magnification Ratio (x) Minimum Focusing Distance Distance Encoder (for ADI Flash Metering)

Filter Dia. (mm) _shape/mountLens Hood _{(Dia. X L)(in.)}Dimensions _(approx.)Weight* Provided Accessories

SAL1118*2 _{DT 11-18mm f/.-.6} _12/1 _16.-27 _10˚-76˚ _- 7

(circular aperture) 22-29 0.12 9.8” / 0.2 m yes 77 petal/bayonet 3-3/8 x 3-1/ 12-3/ oz lens hood SH0009

SAL1870*2 _{DT 18-70mm f/3.-.6} _9/11 _27-10 _76˚-23˚ _- 7

(circular aperture) 22-36 0.2 1” / 0.38 m yes round/bayonet 2-/8 x 3-1/8 8-/16 oz lens hood SH0006

SAL18200*2 _{DT 18-200mm f/3.-6.3} _13/1 _27-300 _76˚-8˚ _- 7

(circular aperture) 22-0 0.27 17.7” / 0. m yes 62 petal/bayonet 2-7/8 x 3-3/8 1-/16 oz lens hood SH0008

SAL210 2-10mm f/3.-. 11/12 36-17. 61˚-1˚ 8˚-23˚ _{(circular aperture)}7 22-27 0.18 19.7” / 0. m yes 62 petal/bayonet 2-13/16 x 2-11/16 13-1/16 oz lens hood SH0016

SAL7300 7-300mm f/.-.6 10/13 112.-0 21˚-˚20’ 32˚-8˚10’ _{(circular aperture)}7 32-38 0.2 9” / 1. m yes round/bayonet 2-13/16 x -13/16 1 lb 1/ oz lens hood SH0007

SAL16F28 16mm f/2.8 Fisheye _{(incl. 1x filter)}8/11 2 110˚ 180˚ 7 22 0.1 7.9” / 0.2 m - colors (built-in) petal/fixed 2-1/16 x 2-/8 1-1/8 oz

-SAL20F28 20mm f/2.8 9/10 30 70˚ 9˚ _{(circular aperture)}7 22 0.13 9.8” / 0.2 m - 72 petal/bayonet 3-1/16 x 2-1/8 10-1/16 oz lens hood SH0013

SAL28F28 28mm f/2.8 / 2 ˚ 7˚ 7 22 0.13 11.8” / 0.3 m - 9 round/built-in 2-9/16 x 1-11/16 6-1/2 oz

-SAL0F1 0mm f/1. 6/7 7 32˚ 7˚ _{(circular aperture)}7 22 0.1 17.7” / 0. m yes round/bayonet 2-9/16 x 1-11/16 7-3/ oz lens hood SH0011

SAL0M28 0mm f/2.8 Macro 6/7 7 32˚ 7˚ _{(circular aperture)}7 32 1.0 7.9” / 0.2 m yes - 2-13/16 x 2-3/8 10-3/8 oz

-SAL100M28 100mm f/2.8 Macro 8/8 10 16˚ 2˚ _{(circular aperture)}9 32 1.0 13.8” / 0.3 m yes round/bayonet 3 x 1 lb 2 oz lens hood SH0007

SAL13F28*3 _{13mm f/2.8 [T.] STF} 6/8

(incl. APD element 1/2) 202. 12˚ 18˚ 9 (auto)

10 (manual) 31 [T32] 0.2 3.3” / 0.87 m - 72 round/bayonet 3-1/8 x 3-7/8 1 lb 9-3/ oz lens hood SH001, case

SAL00F80* _{00mm f/8 Reflex} /7

(incl. 1x filter) 70 3˚10’ ˚ - 8 (fixed) 0.13 17.” / m - (exclusive)2 round/threaded 3-/8 x -3/ 1 lb 7-7/16 oz lens hood SH001, ND filter

SAL1TC* _{1.x Teleconverter} _/ _- _- _- _- _- _- _- _yes _- _- _{2-1/2 x 13/16} _{6 oz} _case

SAL20TC* _{2x Teleconverter} _/6 _- _- _- _- _- _- _- _yes _- _- _{2-1/2 x 1-11/16} _{7-1/16 oz} _case

SAL3F1G 3mm f/1. G 8/10 2. ˚ 63˚ _{(circular aperture)}9 22 0.2 11.8” / 0.3 m yes petal/bayonet 2-3/ x 3 1 lb 2 oz lens hood SH0001, case

SAL70200G 70-200mm f/2.8 G 16/19 10-300 23˚-8˚ 3˚-12˚30’ _{(circular aperture)}9 32 0.21 7.2” / 1.2 m yes 77 petal/bayonet 3-1/2 x 7-3/ _{(w/out tripod mount)}2 lbs 1-1/ oz lens hood SH0010, case

SAL300F28G 300mm f/2.8 G _{(incl. 1x filter)}12/13 0 ˚20’ 8˚10’ _{(circular aperture)}9 32 0.18 78.7” / 2 m yes _(exclusive)2 round/clip-on -1/16 x 9-3/8 _{(w/out tripod mount)} lbs 1-1/2 oz hood, slot-in circular polarizing filter, lens strap, hard carrying case

SAL8F1Z Planar T* _{8mm f/1. ZA} 7/8 127. 19˚ 29˚ _{(circular aperture)}9 22 0.13 33.” / 0.8 m yes 72 round/bayonet 3-1/ x 2-7/8 1 lb 3-3/ oz lens hood SH0002, case

SAL13F18Z Sonnar T* _{13mm f/1.8 ZA} 8/11 202. 12˚ 18˚ _{(circular aperture)}9 22 0.2 28.3” / 0.72 m yes 77 round/bayonet 3-1/2 x -/8 2 lbs oz lens hood SH0003, case

SAL1680Z*2 Vario-Sonnar T*

DT 16-80mm f/3.-. ZA 10/1 2-120 83˚-20˚ - (circular aperture)7 22-29 0.2 13.8” / 0.3 m yes 62 petal/bayonet 2-7/8 x 3-3/8 1-1/2 oz lens hood SH000, case

70 mm, 23˚*

(10 mm) ** 8 mm, 19˚*(127. mm) ** 100 mm, 16˚*(10 mm) ** 200 mm, 8˚*(300 mm) ** 300 mm, ˚20’*(0 mm) ** 00 mm, 3˚10’*(70 mm) ** *1: Digital SLR camera with APS-C size (23.6 mm x 1.8 mm) image sensor *2: Exclusive use with a digital SLR camera with an APS-C image sensor, not compatible with a 3mm SLR camera. *3: Manual focus only. *: AF possible with the central focus frame of the camera. *: Lens compatibility; operation in AF and MF modes with SAL70200G / SAL300F28G, MF only with SAL13F28 •The angle of view of a lens attached to a digital SLR with APS-C size image sensor equals to that of a 3mm format SLR camera at approx.1.x focal length. •Depending on the lens mechanism, focal length may vary according to the shooting distance. Focal length stated in this brochure is defined by the shooting distance at infinite.

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Circular aperture

In general, if an aperture uses 7 or 9 aperture blades, then the shape of the aperture becomes a 7-sided or 9-sided polygon as the aperture is made smaller. However, this has a certain undesirable effect in that the defocusing of point light sources appears polygonal and not circular. lenses overcome this problem through a unique design that keeps the aperture almost perfectly circular from its wide-open setting to when it is closed by 2 stops. Smoother, more natural defocusing can be obtained as a result.

Aspherical lens

Spherical aberration occurs in conventional lenses due to a misalignment on the focal plane between light coming from the periphery of the lens and light coming from the center of the lens. Despite the development of various methods to correct this aberration, the flaw remains apparent particularly in wide-angle lenses with large apertures. Unless, that is, the lens includes

specially developed aspherical lens elements. This advanced optical technology minimizes spherical aberration in all types of lenses, including large-aperture lenses. Aspherical lenses maintain high contrast in images taken with the aperture wide open, and effectively suppress image distortion. Also, because less lens elements are required, the entire lens stays compact.

ED (Extra-low

Dispersion) glass

As focal lengths get longer, lenses built with conventional optical glass have difficulties with chromatic aberration, and as a result, images suffer from lower contrast, lower color quality, and lower resolution. To counter such problems, ED glass was developed and is included in select lenses. It dramatically improves chromatic aberration at telephoto ranges, and provides superior contrast across the entire image, even at large aperture settings.

Multi-layered coating

Although most of the light that falls on an optical glass element passes through directly, some of it reflects at the surface to cause flare or ghost images. In order to avoid this problem, a thin layer of anti-reflective coating must be applied to the lens surface. Lenses use multi-layered coating to effectively suppress such problems over a wide spectrum of wavelengths.

Double telephoto zoom

Through the use of a telephoto-type lens structure, the length of a fixed focal length lens can be made shorter than its actual focal length. A double telephoto zoom lens takes this principle of design one step further, by combining two such telephoto-type structures to produce a telephoto zoom lens that is extremely compact.

Floating mechanism

Ideally, lens aberrations can be adequately compensated at any shooting distance. In reality, compensation is quite difficult at close distances. The floating mechanism addresses this problem by allowing groups of lens elements to move closer or farther apart, which makes it possible to correct various aberrations at practically all focusing distances. A double floating mechanism is included in the SAL0M28 and SAL100M28.

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Internal focusing

Only the middle groups of the optical system are moved to achieve focusing, which leaves the total length of the lens intact. Benefits include fast autofocusing and a short minimum focusing distance. Also, the filter thread at the front of the lens does not rotate, which is convenient if you’re using a polarizing filter.

Rear focusing

By moving only the rear group of lenses to focus, the lens allows for speedy AF operation and a shorter minimum focusing distance. Also, because the front of the lens does not rotate, operability is improved when you’re shooting with a polarizing filter attached.

Aluminum alloy

lens barrel

Aluminum alloy is used in the construction of the G series and other high-end lenses to ensure high optical performance. This material is lightweight, durable, and highly resistant to the effects of temperature change.

Focus

hold button

Once focus has been adjusted on the desired part of the frame, pressing this button on the lens barrel will hold focus if you wish to recompose the shot. Alternately, depth of field preview can be assigned to this button through the camera’s custom setting menu.

Focus range limiter

This function saves you a bit of time during AF operation by setting a limit on the focusing range. In macro lenses, this limit can be on either the close or distant range (as pictured). In the SAL70200G, the limit is set on distant ranges only. In the SAL300F28G, focusing can be limited either to a distant range or to a range that you specify yourself.

Distance encoder

The distance encoder is a lens component that directly detects the position of the focusing mechanism, and sends a signal to the CPU in order to measure distance to the subject. During flash photography, this data is very useful in calculating how much flash output is appropriate to the scene. The distance encoder plays an integral part in ADI flash metering, which delivers high-precision flash metering that is unaffected by the reflectance of subjects or backgrounds.

ADI flash metering

Advanced Distance Integration flash metering is available when the built-in flash, HVL-F6AM external flash, or HVL-F36AM external flash is used together with a lens that has a built-in distance encoder.* It provides automatic metering that is virtually

unaffected by the reflectance of subjects or backgrounds. Precise distance information is obtained through the encoder, and this data is used to compensate the flash output accordingly. This yields accurate exposures more reliably than conventional TTL (through-the-lens) flash metering, which can be thrown off by overly reflective or overly dark subjects and backgrounds.

* For details, please see the specifications chart on p.2–2

SSM (Super Sonic

wave Motor)

SSM is a piezoelectric motor that contributes to smooth and silent AF operation. The motor produces high torque at slow rotation, and provides immediate start and stop responses. It is also extremely quiet, which helps keep autofocusing silent. Lenses that feature SSM also include a position-sensitive detector to directly detect the amount of lens rotation, a factor that improves AF precision overall.

Lens Technology

Spherical lens Focal plane Focal plane Aspherical lens Focal plane Optical glass Focal plane ED glass

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Angle of view

How much of a scene fits into your frame is expressed as an angle of view, which changes according to focal length. A “standard” lens is one with an angle of view of about 7°, which approximates the scope of human visual perception. A wide-angle lens is a lens that has a wider angle of view, whereas a telephoto lens is a lens with a narrower angle of view.

Depth of field

Depth of field refers to the area around your subject that appears to stay in focus. How “shallow” or “deep” it is can be independently affected by various factors such as aperture, focal length, and focusing distance. For example, depth of field gets deeper at

smaller apertures, shorter focal lengths, or longer focusing distances. Conversely, it shrinks as you open the lens, use a longer lens, or get closer to your subject.

Focal length

A camera lens is constructed from many lens elements, but in principle it acts like a single

convex lens. Focal length is the distance (in millimeters) that light travels from the center of this idealized lens to where the image forms on the focal plane. Subjects appear larger at longer focal lengths, and smaller at shorter focal lengths. At any given focal length, the overall scope of the image will vary in relation to the size of the image sensor.

F-stop

F-numbers (or “stops”) represent a ratio of the size of the aperture relative to the focal length of a lens. Because the aperture regulates the amount of light passing through the lens, each successive F-stop represents a halving or doubling of the brightness. Because an

F-number is actually a fraction, smaller F-stops correspond to larger apertures. Lenses with smaller F-numbers are considered “fast” as they gather more light, permit the use of faster shutter speeds and provide a brighter viewfinder image.

Magnification ratio

Magnification compares the actual size of an object with how big the object appears on the image sensor. In macro photography, 1:1 magnification means that the object is just as big in the image as it is in real life. Lens specifications usually indicate the maximum magnification of a lens as either a rate or ratio.

Perspective

Perspective is the visual effect of how far apart foregrounds and backgrounds appear with respect to each other. It can be seen clearly in images taken with a wide-angle lens: foreground objects are big while background objects look small, which creates a sense of distance between them. This effect diminishes at longer focal lengths, as the distance between foreground and background gets compressed.

Glossary

APS-C size image sensor vs. 35 mm format

At any given focal length, a digital SLR with an APS-C size image

sensor has a slightly smaller angle of view than a 3 mm format

camera, and yields an image that is about two-thirds in size. So

if you are shooting with an APS-C format camera, it is useful to

keep in mind a conversion factor of 1.x. For example, a 0 mm

focal length is equivalent to 7 mm in 3 mm format.

Expand the range of what, how and where you can shoot with

system accessories for your camera. Available accessories

include a variety of high-performance flash units, cables, and

connectors, as well as viewfinder optics, carrying cases, and

other essential items.

Accessories

Principal point of convex lens Focal Length Focal Plane Focal Point 50mm F2.8 50mm F2.8 Focus Point Lens Lens Focus Point Principal point Same focusing distance (50mm) 32˚ angle of view 47˚ angle of view Image area of

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HVL-F56AM

External flash Includes case, mini-stand

Compact and high-performance flash unit with high flash output (guide number: 6*1_{). Its}

wide-angle adapter expands flash coverage to the angle of view of a lens at 17 mm focal length*2_.

In conjunction with the lens’ built-in distance encoder, it performs ADI flash metering and avoids the influence of background or subject reflectance. Also offers wireless operation and high-speed sync. Flash head can be angled or swiveled for bounce flash or close-up shooting. •

HVL-F36AM

External flash

Includes case, mini-stand, diffuser

Compact flash unit with guide number 36*1_.

Includes a wide-angle adapter to expand flash coverage to the angle of view of a lens at 17 mm focal length*2_{. In conjunction with the lens’}

built-in distance encoder, it performs ADI flash metering and avoids the influence of subject or background reflectance. Compatible with high-speed sync and wireless flash. Flash head tilts up to 90° for bounce flash applications.

1: 85mm focal length at 100 ISO, m 2: Focal length for 35 mm format SLRs •

Advanced flash functions for

superior control of lighting.

ADI (Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering

A high-precision TTL flash metering method that works in conjunction with the built-in distance encoder of the lens. Flash output is based on accurate measurement of distance-to-subject, and therefore is not affected by the reflectance of subjects or backgrounds.

High-speed sync operation

Flash operation can be synchronized to all shutter speeds, which offers a distinct advantage over conventional daylight sync

operation in which the shutter speed must be equal to or slower than the speed of the flash. With high-speed sync, you can work at faster shutter speeds and thus open up the aperture to obtain defocused backgrounds for more pleasing portraits. High-speed is compatible with wireless flash operation.

• HSS is not compatible with ADI metering and bounce flash (in upward direction).

TTL (through-the-lens) wireless flash

Wireless functionality lets you set the position and direction of off-camera lighting in any way you like. By lighting from different angles, you can create soft shadows to add depth to your images, and avoid the strong shadows and hot spots that occur with front lighting. Compatible with high-speed sync.

Excellent operability

Easy-to-see large panel

LCD (HVL-F56AM only)

Rotates left 180°, right 90°

(HVL-F56AM only)

Tiltable up 90°, down 10°

(down-tilting HVL-F56AM only)

AF illuminator Handy mini-stand for wireless flash photography

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Defocused background made possible by high-speed synch (1/2000 sec., F2)

Conventional daylight sync (1/12 sec., F8)

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Flashes

Professional-quality lighting is within reach. External flash advanced features let

you meter more precisely, use faster shutter speeds, set-up off-camera lighting

and more.

Wide focus area-compatible

AF illuminator

(HVL-F56AM ONLY)

The AF illuminator complements the camera’s wide focus area, and enables fast and accurate focusing in dim conditions.

Modeling flash function

(HVL-F56AM ONLY)

Two types of modeling flash help you refine your lighting setups. One type fires 3 short bursts in 1. seconds, so that you can check the size and direction of shadows on the subject. Ideal for wireless flash photography. The other type produces 160 bursts in seconds (0 Hz), which mimics the effect of ambient lighting and allows for even finer checking of shadows.

Comparison with the built-in flash

The 100’s built-in flash has a guide number of 12*, which can reach subjects at about 10 ft (3 m) (F, ISO 100). This is highly practical in most situations, but but in longer shooting distances an external flash can provide great flexibility. The HVL-F6AM features guide number 6, and can reach 6 ft (1 m) at the same camera settings. In addition, this unit’s high flash output can be used to bounce light off the ceiling or walls, which adds diffuse light to the scene to create pleasing, very natural illumination without harsh shadows. * 85mm focal length at 100 ISO, m.

Comparison of illumination ranges

(85mm at ISO 100, m)

Approx. 10 ft Approx. 30 ft Approx. 6 ft.

Custom Settings

Wireless channel settings (channels 1 to 4)* Choice of feet or meters to indicate distance* Auto power-off (selectable: 4, 15, 60 minutes or OFF) Auto power-off during wireless operation (60 min. or OFF) Allows manual flash setting with camera in either M mode or any exposure mode* * HVL-F56AM only

* To confirm which lenses include a distance decoder, please see the Lens specifications chart on p. 24-25.

• • • • • External flash at camera

right produces side lighting for added depth.

Built-in flash produces well-lit images with limited sense of depth.

HVL-F56AM

100

•For wired (not wireless) off-camera operation using the digital SLR, Off-Camera Shoe FA-CS1AM (optional) and Off-Camera Cable FA-CC1AM (optional) are required. Focal lengths in lenses for 35mm-format SLRs

Available in all shutter speeds when used with the digital SLR

Flashes / Recycle time(sec.)

(Appx. based on Sony std.)

24mm 20 24mm 14 Focal length of the lens 50mm 44 50mm 35 50mm 17 12 9 6 4.5 70mm 50 70mm 41 70mm 19 13 9.5 6.7 4.7 85mm 56 85mm 42 85mm 22 16 11 8 5.6

Approx. 0.5 - 6 m (based on SONY measurement) Direct through-the-lens (TTL) flash metering, pre-flash control Available when used with the digital SLR Available in all shutter speeds when used with the digital SLR Four AA-size batteries (Alkaline / Ni-MH / Lithium)

5 flashes / second, total 40 flashes (GN: 6, at 85 mm focal lengths, with Ni-MH batt.) Four AA-size batteries (Alkaline / Ni-MH / Lithium) / Optional external Battery Adapter FA-EB1AM (six AA-size batteries)

6 levels (1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32)

5 flashes / second, total 40 flashes (1/32 power level, with Ni-MH batt.) Direct through-the-lens (TTL) flash metering, pre-flash control, manual flash control selectable

Available when used with the digital SLR

Available with the Test button (two types; 2 Hz / 3 second, 40 Hz / 4 second)

Alkaline batt. 200 - 4,000 / 0.2 - 6 s 150 - 3,000 / 0.2 - 5 s 500 - 10,000 / 0.2 - 6 s Alkaline batt. Type Type Normal flash High-speed sync (HSS) Continuous flash AF illuminator range Flash control Multiple Flash High-speed sync. Modeling flash Power source Dimensions(WxHxD) / weight

Focal length of the lens Guide number at 1/1 power level

Focal length of the lens Guide number at 1/1 power level 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 Main specifications of HVL-F56AM

Auto electronic flash (clip-on type) with direct through-the-lens (TTL) flash metering; auto-lock foot system, auto-zoom, high-speed sync (HSS), power level switching, wireless flash, bounce flash, modelling flash, multi-burst functions

Automatic electronic flash (clip-on type) with direct through-the-lens (TTL) flash metering; auto-lock foot system, auto-zoom, high-speed sync, wireless flash, bounce flash functions.

Automatically switched between 24 mm - 85 mm focal lengths. Angle of view of at 17 mm focal length is also covered when a wide-angle adapter is attached.

Covers the angle of view at focal lengths between 24 mm and 85 mm. Automatically changed by adjustments in lens focal length. Manual selection possible with 24 / 28 / 35 / 50 / 85 mm. Covers the angle of view of at 17 mm focal length with a wide-angle adapter attached.

Automatically switched between 24 mm - 85 mm focal lengths. Angle of view of at 17mm focal length is also covered when a wide-angle adapter is attached.

Covers the angle of view at focal lengths between 24 mm and 85 mm. Automatically changed by adjustments in lens focal length. Manual selection possible with 24 / 28 / 35 / 50 / 85 mm. Covers the angle of view of at 17 mm focal length with a wide-angle adapter attached.

Guide number (at ISO 100 in meters)

Wireless flash

Focal length of the lens 17mm

18 17mm 14 17mm 6.7 4.5 3.5 2.4 1.7 24mm 30 24mm 25 24mm 12 8.6 6 4.3 3 28mm 32 28mm 26 28mm 13 9.5 6.7 4.5 3.5 35mm 38 35mm 30 35mm 15 10 7.5 5 3.7 Focal length of the lens Shutter speed 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000

Power level switching

Ni-MH batt. Lithium batt. 250 - 8000 / 0.2 - 13 s 90 - 3200 / 0.2 - 11 s 80 - 2800 / 0.2 - 8 s

Flash coverage

Bounce flash Available (Click position: up 45˚/60˚/75˚/90˚, down 10˚, right 30˚/45˚/60˚/75˚/90˚, left 30˚/45˚/60˚/75˚/90˚/120˚/150˚/180˚)

Approx. 0.5 -10 m (based on SONY measurement)

For use w/Manual Exposure. 15-step selectable flash frequency (1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/20/30/40/50/100Hz); 15-step selectable flash number (2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/15/20/25/30/35/40/--).

When "--" selected, flash fires for duration of exposure.

Wireless flash

Approx. 3 x 5-3/16 x 3-3/4" (77.5 x 132 x 95.5 mm) / 13.1 oz (370 g) without batteries • Focal lengths in lenses for 35mm-format SLRs

Normal flash

Focal length of the lens Guide number at 1/1 power level 17mm 11 17mm 8.5 28mm 22 28mm 15 35mm 25 35mm 19 50mm 29 50mm 22 85mm 36 85mm 28 Guide number at 1/1 power level Wireless flash High-speed sync (HSS) Guide number

(at ISO 100 in meters)

Shutter speed 24mm 10 7 5 3.5 2.5 28mm 11 8 5.6 4 2.8 35mm 13 9 6.5 4.6 3.2 50mm 15 11 7.5 5.3 3.8 85mm 18 13 9 6.4 4.5

Ni-MH batt. Lithium batt.

Available (Click position: up 45˚/60˚/75˚/90˚)

Approx. 2-11/16 x 4-13/16 x 3-1/2" (68 x 122 x 89 mm) / 9.2 oz (260 g) (without batteries)

Flashes / Recycle time(sec.)

(Appx. based on Sony std.)

Flash coverage Bounce flash Continuous flash AF illuminator range Flash control Wireless flash High-speed sync. Power source Dimensions(WxHxD) / weight

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HVL-MT24AM

Macro twin flash kit

Kit includes 2 powerful flash units (guide number 2, combined *1_{) that can be mounted at various}

positions around the lens holder. Flash units can also be attached on arms that extend to two positions—a useful feature for putting a bit of distance between the camera and subject. Other features include a modeling function that lets you check beforehand how shadows will fall, and a wide-angle adapter that expands flash coverage to the angle of view of a lens at 2 mm focal length*2_.

* 1: ISO 100, m during normal operation. *2: Focal length for 35 mm format SLRs

Macro Flash, Ring Light

HVL-RLAM

Ring light

Offers an easy way to effectively light your subjects for macro shots. The entire ring can be illuminated to produce shadowless lighting. Alternatively, half-illumination creates shadows and contrast, which brings out added dimensionality in the subject. The ring light delivers constant illumination, so you can check the effect of your lighting at any time. In addition to flowers and collectibles, this unit is ideal for shooting small objects that move.

Full illumination to produce shadowless lighting.

Vivid lighting for high-quality macro photography, plus the freedom to

control the balance of light and shadow for added effect.

Half illumination to produce lighting with contrast.

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Flash Accessories

Other Accessories

FA-EB1AM External battery adapter

• Adapter for quick-charging flash unit HVL-F6AM • Uses 6 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium) • Compact unit that attaches to bottom of camera

FA-CC1AM Off-camera cable

• Connector cable for external flash units (HVL-F6AM: connects directly. HVL-F36AM: requires off-camera shoe FA-CS1AM.)

FA-EC1AM Extension cable

• Approx. 1 m extension cable for off-camera cable FA-CC1AM

FA-CS1AM Off-camera shoe

• Required for wired off-camera use of external flash unit HVL-F36AM • Connector for off-camera flash cable

• Attaches to tripod, so handy when using flash in fixed position

FA-MC1AM Multi-flash cable

• Connector cable that enables flash illumination from multiple flash.

FA-TC1AM Triple connector

• Enables synchronized operation of up to 3 external flash units.

NP-FM55H

Rechargeable battery pack • Voltage/capacity:7.2 V/11.5 Wh

(1,600 mAh) • Weight: approx. 78 g

• NP-FM50, NP-FM30 are not compatible with 100.

AC-VQ900AM

AC adapter/charger • For quick-charging of battery pack

NP-FM55H

• Charges 2 battery packs in sequence • Includes LCD panel to indicate time

to completion

* Recharges NP-FM55H in approx. 70 minutes. * Input voltage is 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

Compatible with use in various regions

FDA-M1AM

Magnifier

• Approx. 2.3x magnification of center of viewfinder image

• For precise focus checking of macro or telephoto images

• Built-in diopter adjustment (-7.5 to +3.1 diopters)

* Camera’s Eye-Start AF function must be OFF to use this item.

FDA-A1AM

Angle finder

• Facilitates low-angle shooting of macro images, etc.

• Adjustable magnification (1x or 2x) • Eyepiece can be rotated 360 degrees • Built-in diopter adjustment

(-9 to +3 diopters)

* Camera’s Eye-Start AF function must be OFF to use this item.

Magnifies the center of the image for focus checking. Eyepiece correctors for farsighted vision: FDA-ECF05 (+0.5) FDA-ECF10 (+1) FDA-ECF15 (+1.5) FDA-ECF20 (+2) FDA-ECF30 (+3) For nearsighted vision: FDA-ECN10 (-1) FDA-ECN20 (-2) FDA-ECN30 (-3) FDA-ECN40 (-4)

• Diopter denoted by value in parentheses. • Values indicate degree of diopter adjustment

when piece is attached to the viewfinder

RM-S1AM

Remote commander • Cable length: 0.5 m

RM-L1AM

Remote commander • Cable length: 5 m

LCS-AMSC30

Soft carrying case

• Fits carrying camera, lens, flash units, and various other accessories

LCS-AMA

Soft carrying case

• Fits 100 camera body with SAL1870 (18–70 mm F3.5–5.6) lens attached.

Black (B)

Cinnabar (D)

LCL-60AM Lens case

• Fits lenses up to 60 mm

STP-SH1AM

Shoulder strap

• Genuine leather

STP-SS1AM

Shoulder strap

• Nylon

LCL-60AM LCL-90AM LCL-140AM STP-SH1AM STP-SS1AM

AD-MSCF1

Compact Flash-compatible Memory Stick Duo adapter

FDA-EP1AM

Eyepiece cup

FA-SC1AM

Accessory shoe cap

Black (B)

Lens front caps

ALC-F49 ALC-F72 ALC-F55 ALC-F77 ALC-F62

ALC-R55

Lens rear cap

ALC-B55

Body cap • For information on accessory connections and system expandability, please refer to the System Chart on p.35.

1/64 2.1 3 1.4 0.9 1/4 8.5 12 5.6 3.5 Type 200 / 6 sec.

Tiltable by 15-degree pitches / 11 positions Length and angle adjustable in 2 steps Daylight

Power level With 1 flash With 2 flashes With a wide-angle adapter (1 flash) With a diffuser (1 flash) Power level switching

Continuous flash Guide number (at ISO 100 in meters)

Flashes / Recycle time (sec.) (Appx. based on Sony std.)

Auto-electronic flash with direct through-the-lens (TTL) flash metering 1/1 17 24 11 7 1/2 12 17 8 5 1/8 6 8.5 4 2.5 1/16 4.2 6 2.8 1.8 1/32 3 4.2 2 1.3 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64

Custom setting possible for 1/1, 1/1.4, 1/2, 1/2.8, 1/4, 1/5.6, 1/8

Alkaline batt. Ni-MH batt. Lithium batt.

150 / 5 sec. Twin flash: up/down 45 degree, right/left 60 degree With a wide-angle adapter: up/down 60 degree, right/left 78 degree With a diffuser (1 flash): up/down 90 degree, right/left 90 degree 5 flashes / sec., total 40 flashes (1/32 power level, with Ni-MH batt.) Direct through-the-lens (TTL) flash metering, pre-flash control, manual flash control selectable Auto-power-off : OFF, 4 min., 15 min., 1 hour

Selection of exposure mode with manual flash control: M only, P/A/S/M Power level EV step for manual flash control: 1EV, 1/2EV

Two holders to attach the two flash heads to the front of the lens in 4 positions at 45/90/135/270 degrees. Adaptor rings supplied for 49mm and 55mm threaded lenses.

Available with the TTL / M / Test flash switch Covers the angle of view at 24mm focal length of a lens Foldable to carry.To prevent the diffuser from covering the light, • use with the twin flash arm is recommended. Four AA-size batteries (Alkaline / Ni-MH / Lithium)

Twin flash head: 1-11/16 x 1-5/8 x 1-7/16" (43 x 41 x 33 g) Macro flash controller: 2-11/16 x 4-13/16 x 3-9/16" (68 x 123 x 91 mm) / 8.3 oz (235 g) (without batteries) Flash coverage angle

Light type Flash metering type Custom setting Twin flash holder Flash head tilt mechanism Twin flash arm Modelling flash Wide-angle adapter Diffuser Power source Dimensions (WxHxD) / weight (approx.)

• When used with the macro flash controller. • Focal lengths in lenses for 35mm-format SLRs

Main specifications of HVL-MT24AM

500 / 6 sec.

With flash arm attached and extended. With flash units mounted 180˚ apart.

Dimensions (WxHxD) (approx.) / Weight (approx.)

Control unit: 2-1/2 x 3-1/16 x 3-1/8" (64 x 78 x 79 mm) (without protruding parts) Ring unit: 4-7/8 x 5-9/16 x 15/16" (124 x 141 x 24 mm) (without protruding parts) Weight: 6.4 oz (180 g) (control unit + ring, without batteries)

110 min. Shooting distance Light source Illuminance Light emission Batteries Battery life (approx.) (at 25˚ C room temperature, Hi Mode)

Power level 2 levels selectable

0.1 ~ 0.5 m recommendable 40 min.

Alkaline Ni-MH

Four AA-size batteries (Alkaline / Ni-MH / Lithium) Full / right half only / left half only 49 / 55 mm

Higher than 150 lux (0.3 m, Hi mode) White LED

Main specifications of HVL-RLAM

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Battery / Charger Remote Commander RM-S1AM Remote Commander RM-L1AM AC Adapter / Charger AC-VQ900AM

Macro Twin Flash Kit

HVL-MT24AM Extension Cable FA-EC1AM External Battery Adapter FA-EB1AM External Flash HVL-F36AM External Flash HVL-F56AM Off-Camera Shoe FA-CS1AM Triple Connector FA-TC1AM

Multi Flash Cable

FA-MC1AM

Off-Camera Cable

FA-CC1AM

SAL35F14G SAL70200G SAL300F28G

SAL14TC

(1.4x Teleconverter) (2x Teleconverter)SAL20TC

SAL135F28

SAL500F80

SAL50M28 SAL100M28

SAL1118 SAL1870 SAL18200 SAL24105

SAL75300 SAL16F28 SAL20F28 SAL28F28

SAL50F14

Soft Carrying Case

LCS-AMA Soft Carrying Case LCS-AMSC30

Lens System from SONY

Carl Zeiss Lenses G Lenses

Flash / Flash Accessories

Macro Flash / Ring Light

Finder Accessories Remote Commanders Removable Memory Cases / Straps Lens Case LCL-90AM Lens Case LCL-140AM Lens Case LCL-60AM Eyepiece Corrector FDA-ECF05/10/15/20/30, FDA-ECN10/20/30/40 Ring Light HVL-RLAM

Rechargeable Battery Pack

NP-FM55H

Shoulder Strap

STP-SH1AM Shoulder StrapSTP-SS1AM

Angle Finder

FDA-A1AM

Magnifier

FDA-M1AM

SAL85F14Z SAL135F18Z SAL1680Z

Memory Stick

PRO Duo / Duo Compact Flash-CompatibleMemory Stick Duo Adapter Eyepiece Cup

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