M mode, 1/50 sec., F2.8, ISO 400, Auto white balance; Photo: Shinya Morimoto
Macro
50mm F2.8 Macro SAL50M28
P mode, 1/160 sec., F2.8, ISO 400, Auto white balance; Photo: Kentaro Fukuda
Macro
100mm F2.8 Macro SAL100M28
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Double floating design contributes to outstanding image quality Circular aperture for attractive defocusing
Focus ring with auto clutch does not rotate during autofocus
Photographers who are attracted to details need a lens that lets them get in close when necessary, filling the frame with their diminutive but fascinating subjects. A lens like the SAL50M28, with a minimum focusing distance of just 20 centimeters and up to 1:1 magnification, can open up a world of creative possibilities. But there’s no need to change lenses when you want to go back to shooting at normal distances. The SAL50M28 offers outstanding optical performance for general photography as well, and its 50mm focal length is a very versatile choice for 35mm full frame format cameras. On
•Weight (approx): 295 g
•Dimensions (Dia. x L): 71.5 x 60 mm
•Max. magnification ratio: 1.0x
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Stunning macro shots from a comfortable distance Autofocus from 1:1 magnification to infinity
Double floating design contributes to outstanding
Focus hold button, focus range limiter
Focus ring with auto clutch does not rotate during autofocus
Doing macro photography outdoors “in the wild” often means that you can’t get too close to your subject and lighting can’t be easily controlled. That’s when you need a telephoto macro lens like the SAL100M28. Greater working distance means you can capture tight macro shots of
•Weight (approx): 505 g
•Dimensions (Dia. x L): 75 x 98.5 mm
•Max. magnification ratio: 1.0x
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