Sony NEX-5N 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio
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- Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 1
a Lenses - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 2
of focus? How will the lens function with filters that might be needed to change the characteristics of the captured light? There is no single right answer for every photographer and subject. The only certainties are that a choice must be made and that more high-quality options mean more creative - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 3
10 Macro photography 11 Hoods and filters 12 Carl Zeiss® optics 13 Making sense of MTF 14 Choosing the right lens 15 a lens technology 16 A-mount Lenses Zoom Lenses 18 DT 11-18mm F4.5-5.6 DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM DT 18-200mm - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 4
and manual focus modes. Distance scale The distance scale indicates the approximate distance from the camera's image plane to the object that the camera is focused on. Autofocus drive type Lenses marked "SAM" or "SSM" feature built-in motors that drive the lens's focusing mechanism. Lenses that - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 5
and are capable of delivering image quality on a par with A-mount cameras. In addition to overall size, the main difference between A-mount and E-mount lenses is their "flange back distance." The flange back distance is the distance from the rear of the lens to the image (sensor) plane. Since many - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 6
of the camera body and the length of the lens, you might only have a few centimeters of working distance when focused at the minimum focusing distance in order to take a 1:1 macro shot. Being that close to your subject can make lighting difficult (special macro flashes and ring lights are available - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 7
lens hood (flare, poor contrast) With lens hood (no flare, high contrast) Visible ghosts How lens hoods work Extraneous light Enlarged view No ghosts Light needed for image formation Lens hood Use your lens hood! The lens hoods provided with most interchangeable-lenses are not just accessories - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 8
focusing distance.The 75-300mm F4.5-5.6 zoom (SAL75300) is good for this type of close-up shooting, or you could use the 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G SSM (SAL70300G) for truly stunning image quality. Landscapes Although you can use anything from wide angle to telephoto lenses for landscape photography, you - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 9
in the superior image quality they deliver. Aspherical lens elements Spherical aberration, slight misalignment at the image plane between light that has passed through the center and periphery of a simple spherical lens, can become a noticeable problem in large-aperture lenses. The most effective - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 10
element and three aspherical elements for superior image quality High contrast throughout zoom range Flare and aberrations effectively subdued Circular aperture for attractive defocusing 35mm equivalent focal length: 16.5-27mm At 11 mm 100 80 60 40 20 Aspherical lens At 18 mm 100 ED glass 80 60 - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 11
more, you have a constant F2.8 maximum aperture throughout the entire zoom range. That makes shooting in low light easy, especially when the lens is used with a body that includes SteadyShot INSIDE™ body-integrated image stabilization. A large maximum aperture also provides plenty of margin to stop - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 12
34x 22 S mode, 1/250 sec., F6.3, +1.0 EV, ISO 3200, Auto white balance; Photo: Shinya Morimoto High magnification zoom DT 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 SAL18200 Two ED glass elements and three aspherical elements for superior image quality Broad zoom range in a compact, lightweight lens Circular aperture for - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 13
aperture for attractive defocusing * The SAL2875 received the 2010 TIPA Best Expert Lens award. If you use a 35mm full frame format camera body, this award-winning* lens offers an ideal balance of brightness, zoom range and image quality for a wide range of situations you're likely to encounter - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 14
75mm SAL2875 along as well, and you'll have every focal length from 28mm to 300mm covered in a portable two-lens kit that will deliver admirable image quality on high-performance full-frame bodies. • Weight (approx): 460 g • Dimensions (Dia. x L): 71 x 122 mm • Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x 27 - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 15
primes: fisheye lenses and most true macro lenses are examples. And since the optical path only needs to work at one focal length, it can be optimized to deliver a level of optical performance that is a cut above the average zoom. But many photographers like working with a fixed focal length simply - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 16
corrected lens gives you a wide angle of view for images that mode, 1/125 sec., F11, ISO 200, Landscape Creative Style; Photo: Yuji Nukui Excellent contrast and resolution Compact, lightweight design Built-in slide-out lens hood An outstanding choice for 35mm full-frame and APS-C format cameras - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 17
ratio: 0.25x 32 A mode, 1/320 sec., F2, +0.3 EV, ISO 200, Manual white balance Normal 50mm F1.4 SAL50F14 Flare effectively controlled for high contrast Outstanding corner-to-corner resolution Bright F1.4 max. aperture facilitates hand-held shooting in low light Circular aperture for attractive - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 18
shooting in low light, a capability that is further enhanced by SteadyShot INSIDE™ image stabilization featured in a series bodies. • Weight (approx): 170 g • Dimensions (Dia. x L): 70 x 45 mm • Max. magnification ratio: 0.2x 34 M mode, 1/640 sec., F2.8, -0.3EV, ISO 200, Manual white balance - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 19
of a mathematical function; in this case the optical transmission characteristics of the lens. • For details of STF technology. See pg.17. 36 P mode, 1/200 sec., F4.5, ISO 100, Auto white balance; Photo: Kentaro Fukuda Macro DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM SAL30M28 2cm working distance lets you get really - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 20
, 1/50 sec., F2.8, ISO 400, Auto white balance; Photo: Shinya Morimoto Macro 50mm F2.8 Macro SAL50M28 High-performance macro and everyday shooting with one lens Accurate autofocus from 1:1 magnification to infinity Double floating design contributes to outstanding image quality Circular aperture for - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 21
lens line, with industry-leading Sony design and quality assurance technology added to push their performance to the forefront of twenty-first century photography. G Lenses impart a visual elegance to every aspect of the images zoom 70-200mm F2.8 G SAL70200G A mode, 1/60 sec., F11, ISO backgrounds, - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 22
an appealing combination of extended zoom range and handling, plus image quality that will satisfy the most demanding photo enthusiast or pro. An ED lens element collaborates with an advanced optical path design to achieve exceptionally low aberration right out to the maximum 300mm focal length, so - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 23
, is one of the finest fast 35mm lenses in its class. In addition to no-compromise G Lens construction and quality throughout, it features an optical design that includes an aspherical lens element that contributes to consistently superior, low-distortion image quality right up to the F1.4 maximum - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 24
the quality of photographic imaging to the high standard we enjoy today, and is revered for its unswerving dedication to delivering nothing less than the best. Sony is proud and honored to be working with Carl Zeiss AG on the development and production of top-class lenses for Sony a series cameras - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 25
single-lens solution for many APS-C format photographers. Its 35mm equivalent focal length range of 24-120mm may be all you'll ever need for day-to-day shooting. And of course it delivers acclaimed Carl Zeiss optical performance and handling, with image quality that rivals the best prime lenses at - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 26
lens image quality but envy the convenience of variable focal length, here's a lens that brings the best of both worlds together. For many discriminating photographers it is a lens that will stay on the camera most of the time. Its versatile 24mm to 70mm zoom M mode, 1/500 sec., F8, -1.7 EV, ISO 200 - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 27
outstanding performance of this lens throughout its aperture range lets you take full advantage of the extra speed and brightness it provides. Whether you need the large aperture to shoot in low light, to achieve suitable shutter speeds for shooting action, or for creative control of background - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 28
and sophisticated handling, the E-mount zooms incorporate proven Optical SteadyShot™ image-stabilization technology from Sony camcorders that can significantly reduce blur due to camera movement in both stills and movies. Sony E-mount lenses are windows to a new world of imaging freedom and quality. - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 29
of an 18mm lens on a 35mm full-frame format camera, making it possible to shoot dramatic wide-angle scenes with extended depth of field. Both converters attach securely with bayonet mounts, ensuring optimum optical alignment and image quality. Furthermore, these converters cause no light loss so - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 30
g • Dimensions (Dia. X L): 63 x 65.5 mm • Max. magnification ratio: 0.25x 58 M mode, 1/320 sec., F4.5, ISO 200, Auto white balance, Vivid Creative Style; Photo: Yayoi Sawada Mid-range zoom E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS SEL1855 At 18 mm 100 80 60 40 20 Aspherical lens ED glass At 55 mm 100 80 60 40 20 - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 31
this lens will not only make it easier to shoot blur-free stills at long focal lengths, but it also has an automatic Active Mode that will help keep your movie images steady as you move around with the camera while shooting at the wide end of the zoom range. Another feature that contributes to high - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 32
mm R: Radial values T: Tangential values Compact, lightweight 1:1 macro lens with high-quality metal exterior One ED glass element and two aspherical elements for superior image quality Ideal for shooting stills or movies Internal focus: the minimum working distance does not change Built-in motor - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 33
1,5004 510 2,3104 170 10 - 3/8 18 47-1/4 26 - 3/4 53 18 81-1/2 6 - hood (ALC-SH0007) hood (ALC-SH0010), case hood (ALC-SH103), case hood (ALC-SH107), case hood (ALC-SH0001), case hood, slot-in circular polarizing filter, lens strap, hard case case - - - - - 64 x 43.5 2-1/2 x 1-11/16 200 - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 34
a lens accessories Carl Zeiss® filter High-grade Carl Zeiss filters with exclusive T* coating optimize the superb performance of your lenses, effectively reducing flare and ghosting. A thin profile also prevents vignetting. Circular PL Filter Circular polarizing filters improve contrast in overly - Sony NEX-5N | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 35
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