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Sony 24 -70mm f/2.8 Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras

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Focal Length Description 24-70 millimeters
Lens Type Standard
Compatible Mountings Sony/Minolta Alpha
Camera Lens Description 17

About this item

  • Zoom range of 24-70mm for all-around versatility
  • Brilliant large-aperture f2.8 design
  • Carl Zeiss T* coating to minimize lens flare
  • Fast, silent auto-focus -- SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor)
  • Aspherical lens elements to reduce spherical distortion
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lens type
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    Product Description

    Product Description

    High-performance Carl Zeiss large-aperture zoom. The SAL-2470Z Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar f2.8 24-70mm Zoom Lens is a brilliant all-around performer -- with SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) design for fast, silent auto-focus, pro-quality Carl Zeiss T coated optics to reduce lens flare, and 17-element design with two aspherical and two ED glass lens elements to minimize distortion and virtually eliminate chromatic aberration. It benefits from the Super SteadyShot image stabilization built into every Sony α system DSLR -- and its wide-angle to medium telephoto range in compact, lightweight design is ideal for a wide range of shooting applications (35mm equivalent: 36-105mm).

    From the Manufacturer

    Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM Zoom Lens

    Brilliant performance in compact design. This superb Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Zoom Lens provides large-aperture f2.8 brilliance, all-purpose 24-70mm zoom range and fast, silent auto-focus with SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) design - plus aspherical and ED glass elements to reduce distortion for superior clarity and color (35mm equivalent: 36-105mm).

    Technology

    Circular Aperture

    When changing your aperture to defocus the background, the light sources appear blurred. This ‘bokeh’ effect of the blurred background can be enhanced with circular aperture blades used in this lens. Conventional aperture blades have flat sides creating unappealing polygonal shaped defocussed points of light. α 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.

    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. ED glass dramatically reduces chromatic aberration at telephoto ranges, and provides superior contrast across the entire image, even at large aperture settings. Super ED glass provides enhanced compensation for chromatic aberration.

    Aspherical lens elements

    Aspherical lens design dramatically reduces spherical aberration while also reducing lens size and weight. Spherical aberration is a slight misalignment of the light rays projected on the image plane. This is caused by differences in refraction at different points on conventional spherical lenses which degrade image quality in large-aperture lenses. Specially shaped “aspherical” elements near the diaphragm restore alignment of light rays at the image plane, maintaining high sharpness and contrast even at maximum aperture and can also be used at other points in the optical path to reduce distortion. Well-designed aspherical elements can reduce the total number of elements required in the lens, thus reducing overall size and weight. Advanced Aspherical (AA) elements are an evolved variant, featuring an extremely high thickness ratio between the center and periphery. AA elements are exceedingly difficult to produce, relying on the most advanced molding technology to consistently and precisely achieve the required shape and surface accuracy, resulting in significantly improved image accuracy and quality.

    Carl Zeiss T* (T-star) coating

    Coated optics were pioneered by Carl Zeiss - and this superb lens features the Carl Zeiss T* (T-Star) coating that virtually eliminates lens flare, internal reflection and light scattering that can otherwise occur at glass-to-air surfaces. The T* coating contributes to outstanding image quality, with high contrast and uniformly excellent resolution right out to the image edges. Not simply applied to any lens - the T* symbol only appears on multi-element lenses in which the required performance has been achieved throughout the entire optical path, therefore guaranteeing the highest quality.

    Focus hold button

    Once you’ve adjusted focus to where you want it, pressing this button on the lens barrel will keep the lens locked to that focusing distance. The preview function can also be assigned to this button through the camera’s custom settings.

    Distance encoder

    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. 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.

    Additional Features

    Internal focusing

    Only the middle groups of the optical system move to achieve focus, so the overall length of the lens does not change. Other important 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.

    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.

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    Customer reviews

    4.2 out of 5 stars
    4.2 out of 5
    92 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, sharpness, and contrast of the camera lens. For example, they mention that it's brimming with quality, the lens build and mechanical quality are top of the line, and that it produces tack sharp images. That said, some complain about the size, value, and weight of the product. Opinions are mixed on the noise reduction.

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    24 customers mention22 positive2 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention that the build and mechanical quality are top of the line, it works well in every situation, and produces sharp, beautiful images. Some are happy with the results and find the lens to be excellent. Overall, customers are happy and recommend this high-performance lens.

    "...lens comes lovingly cradled in cardboard packaging that is impressively constructed to withstand even the roughest delivery, and is accompanied by a..." Read more

    "...The SSM focus is faster and quieter, and the build quality is better overall. How do I know this?..." Read more

    "Decent lens" Read more

    "...(great test picture with great auto focus performance attached). The lens was wrapped carefully for a safe shipment. Thanks" Read more

    21 customers mention21 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the lens. They mention that their shots are unbelievably tack sharp, and it is slightly sharper than the 16-80. The lens is fast focusing and brings with it amazing picture qualities. It is constructed well, with silky smooth zoom and focusing actions.

    "...++ Smooth bokeh++ Sharp images++ No hint of vignetting that I could discern.++ 24mm is awesome on a full-framer..." Read more

    "...Compared to the 16-80, this lens is slightly sharper, with slightly better color, slightly better flare control, no vignetting, and no distortion..." Read more

    "...Shots so far have been clear, clean and crisp. I'm really enjoying having a slightly wider bottom than the Tamron 28-70...." Read more

    "...With this lens I often get stellar photos. The video is likewise excellent, although especially in quiet environments the camera's microphone does..." Read more

    11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the contrast of the lens. They mention that it adds a really nice look to their work, with beautiful colors and sharp images. The lens case looks luxurious and feels supple and soft. The pictures are amazing and have a little something extra.

    "...The accompanying accessories are just as classy. The lens case looks luxurious and feels supple and soft, with an elastic drawstring, and decent..." Read more

    "...Compared to the 16-80, this lens is slightly sharper, with slightly better color, slightly better flare control, no vignetting, and no distortion..." Read more

    "...Zoomed in to 70mm the image is tack-sharp and looking at the results the bokeh is pleasing...." Read more

    "...Yeah, good nomenclature, the photos had a little something extra, a crispness, a brightness, no stumble with areas of detail...." Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the material of the lens. They mention it's a massive piece of metal and glass, with great glass.

    "...First impression: This is a massive piece of metal and glass. The illustration do not do it justice...." Read more

    "A versatile lens with great glass. I use this lens for everything from portraits to landscapes and have no complaints about its performance...." Read more

    "Well worth the money, this glass is amazing! I have used it on my A55, A77 and now my A99 worth every penny!" Read more

    21 customers mention10 positive11 negative

    Customers are mixed about the weight of the lens. Some mention it's very heavy at about 2lbs, which insinuates high quality. However, others say that it'll be worth the extra carry effort.

    "...In fact, the lens weight eliminates a bit of hand shake, which is especially noticeable in the smoother handheld video footage...." Read more

    "...No two ways about it, this is a heavy lens, and I can feel it after about half a day's worth of shooting...." Read more

    "...The weight insinuates high quality but it wasn't super tight. There was a little play in it. I have Nikkor lenses and have had Minolta lenses...." Read more

    "...The downsides to this lens are of course its very high cost, its weight (a sacrifice for quality) and its sheer size...." Read more

    6 customers mention4 positive2 negative

    Customers are mixed about the noise reduction of the lens. Some mention that it is nearly noiseless to the ear while in use, while others say that it has poor noise reduction at high ISO settings.

    "...its Super Sonic Wave Motor (SSM) focus mechanism - which is scary silent, making it great for video...." Read more

    "...The lens build and mechanical quality are top of the line. It focuses quietly and very fast thanks to the SSM (Super Sonic Wave Motor)...." Read more

    "...Tack sharp...just look a 100% crop!! the focusing is super quick and silent, useful for videoing!" Read more

    "...seen about the A57 on YouTube and elsewhere is accurate, the kit lens sounds louder--although I have not verified this in person...." Read more

    4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the lens. They mention that it's sheer size, not small or light enough for a walkaround lens, and that it is big, fat, and heavy.

    "...its very high cost, its weight (a sacrifice for quality) and its sheer size...." Read more

    "...Long, fat and heavy, I had to shift my grip on the A77.The zoom is smooth and firm, no creep. Focus is sharp and reasonably fast...." Read more

    "...This lens is not small or light enough for a walkaround lens(due to solid build heavy body), and I find holding this lens can be tiring for half day..." Read more

    "...or even better to my prime lens,I do recommend this lens,btw the lens is big and very heavy,like 1 kg.get this lens and enjoy ..." Read more

    4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the lens. They mention that it is on the pricey side and is not the best value for the money.

    "...The downsides to this lens are of course its very high cost, its weight (a sacrifice for quality) and its sheer size...." Read more

    "...Not worth the money if you are an amateur." Read more

    "...Its also VERY expensive but worth it when you review the pictures you take with it." Read more

    "...Only praise. On the pricey side, but you get results." Read more

    Great Lens - But Maybe Not Best One For the Money
    5 Stars
    Great Lens - But Maybe Not Best One For the Money
    I bought this lens as an upgrade from the SAL-1680Z, which I gave to my wife. Compared to the 16-80, this lens is slightly sharper, with slightly better color, slightly better flare control, no vignetting, and no distortion (although it's not as wide as the other Zeiss' 16mm). The SSM focus is faster and quieter, and the build quality is better overall. How do I know this? Because sand got kicked into the 16-80 and it pretty much ruined it (Sony wanted $550 to repair it, our local guy is doing it for $170). Meanwhile, the 24-70 just got back from a very sandy trip to the desert, as seen in my attached pictures, and still works great. Sand was everywhere; on the lens, in the camera bag, in the air -- the camera and lens even took a tumble off the tripod and survived just fine. That tells me the tolerances are tighter.As far as image quality goes, the difference between the two lenses is only marginal. I do like the faster 2.8, which came in very handy in a no-flash situation at a dark concert. Another significant advantage for the 24-70 is the rich bokeh, which rivals any prime lens. However, for landscapes and in bright settings, the cheaper lens will perform almost as well.The downsides to this lens are of course its very high cost, its weight (a sacrifice for quality) and its sheer size. I don't look forward to hauling this baby on my next trek in the mountains. The 16-80 is a great travel lens because it's relatively lightweight and small, with a great range. The 24-70 is less versatile, heavier and much larger. Yes, you will get the best pictures possible on a Sony camera with this lens, and that's why I bought it, but for the money, the 16-80 is just as good, if not better (just buy the insurance).
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    Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2012
    I bought this lens as an upgrade from the SAL-1680Z, which I gave to my wife. Compared to the 16-80, this lens is slightly sharper, with slightly better color, slightly better flare control, no vignetting, and no distortion (although it's not as wide as the other Zeiss' 16mm). The SSM focus is faster and quieter, and the build quality is better overall. How do I know this? Because sand got kicked into the 16-80 and it pretty much ruined it (Sony wanted $550 to repair it, our local guy is doing it for $170). Meanwhile, the 24-70 just got back from a very sandy trip to the desert, as seen in my attached pictures, and still works great. Sand was everywhere; on the lens, in the camera bag, in the air -- the camera and lens even took a tumble off the tripod and survived just fine. That tells me the tolerances are tighter.

    As far as image quality goes, the difference between the two lenses is only marginal. I do like the faster 2.8, which came in very handy in a no-flash situation at a dark concert. Another significant advantage for the 24-70 is the rich bokeh, which rivals any prime lens. However, for landscapes and in bright settings, the cheaper lens will perform almost as well.

    The downsides to this lens are of course its very high cost, its weight (a sacrifice for quality) and its sheer size. I don't look forward to hauling this baby on my next trek in the mountains. The 16-80 is a great travel lens because it's relatively lightweight and small, with a great range. The 24-70 is less versatile, heavier and much larger. Yes, you will get the best pictures possible on a Sony camera with this lens, and that's why I bought it, but for the money, the 16-80 is just as good, if not better (just buy the insurance).
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