Sony NEX-C3 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio
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- Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 1
a Lenses - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 2
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 freedom. Sony's a lens - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 3
T* 85mm F1.4 ZA SAL85F14Z 52 Sonnar T* 135mm F1.8 ZA SAL135F18Z 53 E-mount Lenses Exclusive to E-mount cameras 54 E 16mm F2.8 Fisheye Converter Ultra Wide Converter Sonnar T* E 24mm F1.8 ZA E 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 OSS E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS E 55-210mm F4.5-6.3 OSS E 50mm F1.8 OSS E 30mm - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 4
in the camera body (see page 17 for more details). Maximum aperture This number represents the maximum aperture, or "f-number," of the lens and tells you how "bright" the lens is (see page 9 for more details). Lens format Sony lenses marked "DT" (Digital Technology) have been specifically designed - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 5
full-frame image sensor Image area with APS-C type sensor Sony DT lenses Lenses marked "DT" (Digital Technology) should only be used on APS-C format cameras because their image circle isn't large enough to fully cover a 35mm full frame sensor. If you do use a DT lens on a full-frame camera, expect - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 6
lenses with long focal lengths have high magnification, so you can fill the frame with subjects that are further away from the camera. Secondary principal point of lens Focal length vs. angle of view With 35mm full-frame image sensor With APS-C type image sensor 16 mm Fisheye 16 mm Fisheye - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 7
your lens hood! The lens hoods provided with most interchangeable-lenses are not just accessories to be used occasionally.They are an important part of the lens's optical system and should always be used in order to ensure optimum performance. There are exceptions, such as when an on-camera flash is - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 8
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'll probably get the most use out of wide lenses that can capture the grandeur and scale of nature at its - Sony NEX-C3 | 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-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 10
lenses more accessible and easier to use than ever before. Not only are zoom lenses a great way to be ready for any photo Advanced Sony design and manufacturing technology delivers outstanding image quality with R: Radial values T: Tangential values This lens fits squarely in the "wide zoom" - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 11
makes shooting in low light easy, especially when the lens is used with a body that includes SteadyShot INSIDE™ body-integrated image balance, Landscape Creative Style; Photo: Norifumi Inagaki Mid-range zoom DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 SAL16105 At 16 mm 100 80 60 40 20 Aspherical lens ED glass At 105 mm - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 12
, 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 attractive defocusing Internal focusing for fast - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 13
Creative Style; Photo: Norifumi Inagaki High magnification zoom DT 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 SAL18250 Two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements for superior image quality Extra-broad zoom range in a compact, lightweight lens Circular aperture for attractive defocusing Internal focusing for fast - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 14
image quality Medium to telephoto range in a lightweight lens 9-blade circular aperture for attractive defocusing Responsive internal 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 • - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 15
EV, ISO 200, Auto white balance; Photo: Yuji Nukui Fisheye 16mm F2.8 Fisheye SAL16F28 180° angle of view on full-frame cameras Curvilinear perspective for unique, expansive images Crisp image quality throughout the focus range Four selectable internal filter settings Contrast (%) At 16 mm 100 80 - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 16
has been paid to minimizing flare and internal reflections in this advanced design, with the result that camera 28mm is equivalent to a focal length of 42mm, which is close to "normal" in terms of angle-of-view and perspective. For photo enthusiasts who use either or both types of bodies, this lens - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 17
elegance to your images. As a bonus, the SAL35F18 weighs a mere 170 grams, making it unobtrusive on the camera, in a makes it possible to elicit silky-smooth defocusing effects to enhance dimensionality and isolate important visual elements.This is a lens that should be part of every serious photo - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 18
aperture R T 30 line pairs/mm R: Radial values T: Tangential values On APS-C format cameras, for which it is specifically designed, the SAL50F18 functions as a moderate telephoto lens (equivalent to 75mm on a full-frame camera) that can be ideal for shooting portraits as well as for framing and - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 19
-of-focus background dissolves into a creamy blur that can really make the details stand out. The SAL30M28 is only 45 millimeters long and weighs a discreet 150 grams, so it can stay on your camera or in your bag at all times without getting in the way. • Weight (approx): 150 g • Dimensions (Dia - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 20
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 attractive defocusing - Sony NEX-C3 | 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 many times over. Although the large F2.8 maximum aperture does make it - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 22
plus image quality that will satisfy the most demanding photo enthusiast or pro. An ED lens element Tripod mount supplied 42 Continuous Priority AE, 1/1250 sec., F5.6, -0.7 EV, ISO 100, Daylight white balance (+1); Photo: Goh Fujimaki Super telephoto zoom 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM SAL70400G Manual - Sony NEX-C3 | 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-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 24
loss, so the same SAL300F28G lens becomes a 600mm super-telephoto lenses for Sony a series cameras. In fact, these are the only autofocus Carl Zeiss lenses currently available for use on digital singlelens reflex cameras, meaning that Sony camera users have exclusive access to legendary image quality - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 25
length: 24-120mm Because it has been designed specifically for APS-C format cameras, the SAL1680Z is the lightest and most compact zoom in the Carl Zeiss lineup. It also offers the greatest zoom range in the lineup, making it a superb single-lens solution for many APS-C format photographers. Its - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 26
focus control If you insist on prime-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 - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 27
, the 135mm focal length of this lens is often a good choice for indoor sports. 135mm is well within telephoto territory, and usually requires careful handling to avoid image blurring due to camera shake, but on a series bodies with SteadyShot INSIDE™ image stabilization you'll find it easier than - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 28
lenses are the cornerstone of a new category of still and video cameras that attest to the paradigm-shifting power of Sony innovation. They have been designed from the ground up to be used with the newest generation of ultra-compact APS-C format Sony camera and camcorder bodies, delivering - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 29
any of the slim bodies for which it is designed it becomes part of an extraordinarily compact, portable photographic system that can slip comfortably into a coat pocket, ready to shoot at any time. In action it gives you wide 16mm coverage (equivalent to a 24mm lens on a full-frame 35mm camera) for - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 30
1:4 macro photography.The 24mm focal length, equivalent to 36mm on a 35mm format camera, is an excellent choice for general shooting. Many photographers will be happy to leave this lens on their camera most of the time, especially since its F1.8 maximum aperture facilitates handheld shooting even in - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 31
, Auto white balance; Photo: Chukyo Ozawa High magnification zoom E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS SEL18200 At 18 mm 100 80 60 40 20 Aspherical lens ED glass At 200 impressive image quality all the way. The advanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system included in this lens will not only make it - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 32
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 the time of release the SEL30M35 is, in fact, the lightest interchangeable 1:1 macro lens available anywhere! It is a true 1:1 macro lens - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 33
than stated. • In principle, amount of light coming into a lens will decrease at image periphery. If it becomes too dark, adjust the aperture setting by 1 or 2 stops down. Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change without notice - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 34
of the light to the phase detection AF sensor in the bottom of the unit. * NEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-C3 and NEX-VG10 require firmware update to use LA-EA2 adaptor. www.esupport.sony.com LCL - 60AM Fits all lenses up to (L) 80mm*, (Dia.) 80mm LCL - 90AM Fits all lenses up to (L) 110mm*, (Dia.)90 mm LCL - Sony NEX-C3 | 2011 α Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specificatio - Page 35
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