Four new DT series Alpha lenses from Sony

Matthew Fitzgerald | May 18, 2009

Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6. (Credit: Sony)

To go with Sony's new compact and lightweight Alpha DSLR's announced today are four new DT series lenses. Designed for use with APS-C sized sensors, the new entry-level DT lenses feature built-in-lens autofocus (AF) motors, the Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM), for quiet, smooth AF with the new compact Alpha bodies.

A pair of new compact, lightweight kit zoom lenses. The DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 standard zoom lens featuring aspherical and ED (extra-low dispersion) lens elements. The DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 telephoto zoom lens features an ED lens element, its long range make it good for sports. They are available separately or in camera kits.

There are also two new compact DT series constant aperture prime lenses providing more creative control. The DT 50mm F1.8, a fast 50mm lens, long a favorite in traditional photography. A good portrait lens with its fast 75mm f1.8 35mm equivalent and shallow depth of field. Also the 30mm F2.8 macro lens for getting the close-up shots. Both lenses feature the built-in Smooth Autofocus Motor and are compact and lightweight.

The lenses will be available in July 2009 with the 18-55mm going for about US$200, the 55-200mm for about US$230, and the 50mm f1.8 for about US$150. No pricing yet on the 30mm macro.

Via Crave CNET

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