Gain entry into another dimension and focus on close-up objects with this macro lens and your compatible Sony α DSLR camera.

Get incredibly close to small subjects. Ideal for close-up and portrait shots, the SAL-30M28 allows you to focus on close-up objects with 1:1 life-size imaging. In addition to a built-in Smooth Autofocus motor, this macro lens makes it easy to transform the everyday details of life into photographic works of art.

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Reviews

Sony DT 30mm F/2.8 SAM review by kurtmunger.com

This is the best DT macro lens Sony has ever made, but it’s also the only DT macro lens, so I guess that’s not really bragging it up! The little Sony DT 30mm F/2.8 macro lens does a very good job at producing very sharp close focus shots, in fact, it did a slightly better job on the stamp shot than the Sony 50mm F/2.8 macro lens. There are a couple of issues though, the first is the very short subject to lens barrel distance of 19mm at 1:1 or full life size macro, which is generally too short for field work, but you don’t always have to get that close. The second issue is it needs to be focused perfectly at long distances to get the sharpest shots, so you may need to manually focus and review if you’re picky about getting the absolute sharpest image. If you don’t look at your images at huge sizes, don’t worry about this.

The lens is a little soft at F/2.8, but sharpens up nicely as you start to close the aperture. At macro distances, F/5.6-8 looks great. The corners are not quite as sharp as the centers at longer distances, but at close focus they look fine, see the stamp shot. Color fringing is very low, and so is flare and ghosting. All things considered, this lens does a very good job, especially for the price.

Prime lens possibilities. The Sony DT 30mm F/2.8 macro would make a decent choice for a prime lens, although it does require a stop down to get sharp, and works best at close to medium distances. If you’re on a budget, and can get by with the focal length of the Sony DT 50mm F/1.8, use that lens, it’s much faster, and sharper at large apertures.

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The Sony SAL-300F28G 300mm f/2.8 APO G SSM Lens is a professional level telephoto lens with wide aperture and fast auto-focus response. Its 35mm-equivalent range of 450mm, a 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.
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Get superb value from the SAL-28F28 wide-angle lens for interiors, group photos and landscapes. Enjoy high-contrast, panoramic or inclusive urban shots with great detail.

Superb value in a wide-angle lens for interiors, group photos and landscapes. With its precision optics, compact size and wide 75° angle of view, the SAL-28F28 lens is an excellent choice for sharp, high-contrast shots when you’re working indoors, with people in groups, or in landscapes and urban scenes when you want a panoramic or inclusive shot with lots of detail. Mounted on your α DSLR-A100 camera, this lightweight wide-angle lens provides a near-standard 42mm focal length (35mm equivalent).

Excellent Depth Perspective
With wide-angle optics and deep depth of field, this lens creates sharp, high-contrast photos that capture more detail in both foreground and background.

Convenient Built-in Hood
A built-in sliding lens hood protects your optics and makes it faster to switch lenses.

Lightweight Design
With compact size and light weight, it’s an easy lens to carry when traveling or for long shooting sessions.

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• For Sony α / Minolta D-SLRs
• Constant Aperture Standard Zoom
• Smooth Auto Focusing
• Compact (3-3/4 x 3-1/8″)
• Lightweight (20 oz)
• Pleasing Defocus Effects
• Zoom Lock Switch

With its precision optics, compact size and wide 75 degree angle of view, the SAL-2875 wide-angle lens is an excellent choice for sharp, high-contrast shots when you’re working indoors, with people in groups, or in landscapes and urban scenes. It’s also ideal when you want a panoramic or inclusive shot with lots of detail. Mounted on your compatible Sony α DSLR camera, this lightweight wide-angle lens provides a near-standard 42mm focal length (35mm equivalent).
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• For Alpha & Minolta Digital SLR Series
• Zoom Super Wide Angle
• SSM Super Sonic Motor

Enhance your photos with pro-quality close-ups and tight detail shots with this compact Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* 24-70mm f2.8 zoom lens featuring quick and silent auto focusing and reduced lens flare.
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