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product_id: 1845285
title: "Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras"
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# Smooth & silent SAM autofocus 55-200mm versatile zoom range Lightweight 0.67 lbs design Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** R2584
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Zoom smart, shoot sharp, stay light — your Alpha’s perfect partner!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras by sony
- **How much does it cost?** R2584 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1845285-sony-55-200mm-f-4-5-6-sam-dt-telephoto)

## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Whisper-quiet focus:** Experience seamless, silent autofocus powered by Sony’s SAM motor—never miss a shot or disrupt your scene.
- • **Featherlight handling:** Weighing just 0.67 lbs, this lens keeps your gear balanced and your workflow effortless all day long.
- • **Edge-to-edge sharpness:** Enjoy stunning image clarity with exceptional center and corner sharpness that makes your photos pop in 3D-like contrast.
- • **Zoom into every moment:** Capture distant details crisply with a 55-200mm telephoto range perfect for dynamic storytelling.
- • **Optimized for Sony Alpha:** Designed specifically for Sony A-mount APS-C cameras, ensuring perfect compatibility and performance.

## Overview

The Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens is a lightweight, compact telephoto zoom designed for Sony A-mount APS-C cameras. Featuring a versatile 55-200mm focal length (82.5-300mm equivalent), smooth and silent SAM autofocus, and a circular 9-blade aperture for beautiful bokeh, it delivers sharp, high-contrast images edge-to-edge. At just 0.67 lbs, it balances perfectly on your camera, making it ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking quality telephoto performance without bulk.

## Description

desertcart.com : Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras : Camera Lenses : Electronics

Review: Love this lens - This is perhaps one of the finest lenses produced by Sony for their Alpha mounts. The lens is light weight with exceptional sharpness. Center and edge to edge. I was commenting to my wife that this is a much lighter weight lens than the Minolta Maxxum lenses made of all metal and glass elements that I used to use for film cameras. I was mentioning, that when metal lenses usually fell to the ground that the lens tube would be severally damaged and perhaps beyond repair. Just then my grandchild 10 months old picked up the lens and trew it to the ground. Since I purchased it used for $100 I thought of well there goes the lens. Much to my surprise I picked up the lens and there was absolutely no damage done. Placed it on the camera and began testing it against my Minolta Maxxum 35-105mm af lens. What I discovered surprised me to no end.At every equivalent focal lengths this new 55-200 mm lens was superior in everyway to my once favorite Minolta Maxxum 35-105mm lens. There is noticeably more contrast in 55-200MM. The photo jumps out at you in almost a 3d fashion. Center sharpness is absolutely incredible. Edge to Edge sharpness is not lacking in any way. It is lightweight. It is well balanced on my A57 camera. I love the plastic mount because it is lightweight. I know what your thinking about metal mounts however that may be an outdated concepts. As technology improves somethings get better. This is one of them. Another thing which you can test on your own and very simple to do. Try shooting your lenses with the protective filter on and then take off the filter to see if the filter has lowered the contrast of your photo. In my case I found that the loss of contrast was exceptionally noticeable . The filter which I used is Hoya HMC UV(c). I also wrote a review on the Sony 18-135mm lens. I have not changed my mind about this lens. I do not recommend it. compared to this lens 55-200mm, the 18-135mm is a real loser. I also purchased the sony 18-55 (version2) not much to mention. The quality of the 2 versions is the same as version 1, the only difference is version 1 is made in Japan and version 2 is made in Thailand. Overall I can honestly say that I am 100% with this purchase. For the money you are getting a real bang for your dollar.
Review: Very Nice - When I first received this lens I was pretty disappointed when I saw it was made of plastic. Well, I put it on my Sony A700 and took some long range photos and was surprised at the clarity through the view finder. I reviewed the photos on my computer in Photoshop and was pleased with the sharpness of the photos. Maybe I misjudged this lens when I saw it was made of plastic! The photos I took of my Granddaughters birthday party, which was outside in an idle pasture, turned out great. I took close in and distant photos and everyone turned out great except for the few affected by user error with a little hand shaking. The zoom pulls distant objects in real close and only minor focus adjustments need to be made when using manual focus (very smooth). If you've ever used a Sony A700, you'll know they are rather heavy. This lens is so light it really makes the camera easier to use. Less front weight allows the user to get on target and focus a lot faster. I don't use auto focus very often, because I don't like the way it can blur or grain photos when going from close to far objects quickly. I used auto focus with this lens and the photos were crisp and clear. I may use auto focus a little more often with this lens. It focuses fast and transitions between near and distant objects quickly. This may be my best lens and I have eight nice Sony and Minolta lenses for my camera. I hope this helps you folks out. I am not a professional photographer, but I am a very good amateur with about 40 years experience. I would recommend this lens to anyone with a Sony Alpha! You won't be disappointed if you buy this lens, the Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras.

## Features

- Compatible with 35 mm Full Frame, or APS-C format A-mount cameras.
- Small size, light weight telephoto zoom lens. Circular Aperture
- 35mm focal length equivelant; 82.5-300mm
- Smooth and silent AF operation with built-in motor (SAM)
- Closest focus distance: 0.95m; Maximum magnification: 0.29x
- Please note: DT lenses are not recommended for use with the DSLR-A900

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0029U0X1A |
| Best Sellers Rank | #257 in Mirrorless Camera Lenses |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | Carrying case, Circular hood, Lens front cap, Lens rear cap, Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens |
| Camera Lens | 200 month |
| Camera Lens Description | 200 month |
| Color | black |
| Compatible Camera Models | Sony A-mount cameras |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 199 Reviews |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic |
| Focal Length Description | 55-200 millimeters |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242737808 |
| Image stabilization | Digital |
| Item Weight | 0.67 Pounds |
| Lens | Telephoto |
| Lens Coating Description | HD Coating |
| Lens Design | Zoom |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 200 Millimeters |
| Lens Mount | Sony A |
| Lens Type | Telephoto |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Maximum Focal Length | 200 Millimeters |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Minimum Aperture | 45 |
| Minimum Focal Length | 55 Millimeters |
| Model Name | SAL55200/2 |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Real Angle Of View | 82.5 Degrees |
| UPC | 027242737808 |
| Warranty Description | //graphics.secondipity.com/gr/images/nw/Sony_warranty_insert_final.pdf target="_blank">90-day Limited Hardware Warranty</a></u> |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 3.64:1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **Focal Length Description:** 55-200 millimeters
- **Lens Type:** Telephoto
- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony/Minolta Alpha
- **Camera Lens Description:** 200 month

## Images

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![Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kvgs4IXtL.jpg)
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![Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hVueVwQ4S.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: will it work work on a sony a6000 mirrorless camera ?**
A: No not directly. This is an A mount lens. This is for mirrored cameras which have a thicker body. There are adaptors but you're better off getting a lens designed for your camera. All of Sony's new lenses are for your camera.

**Q: does this need any kind of adapter to fit a58k**
A: This lens fits all Sony alpha cameras that do not have full frame sensor. The only Sony alpha cameras that are full frame are the a99 and the a7 series.

**Q: Can it take bokeh shots?**
A: Hi there! Bokeh is more so a technique than a feature. Bokeh defined is the visual quality of the out-of-focus areas of a photographic image, especially as rendered by a particular lens.

**Q: Is this lens compatible with a KonicaMinolta Maxxum 5D body?**
A: This lens is made by sony so is not compatible,  you can buy something mande by sigma or other, just make sure is mande for the brand of camera that you have .

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love this lens
*by G***O on October 31, 2014*

This is perhaps one of the finest lenses produced by Sony for their Alpha mounts. The lens is light weight with exceptional sharpness. Center and edge to edge. I was commenting to my wife that this is a much lighter weight lens than the Minolta Maxxum lenses made of all metal and glass elements that I used to use for film cameras. I was mentioning, that when metal lenses usually fell to the ground that the lens tube would be severally damaged and perhaps beyond repair. Just then my grandchild 10 months old picked up the lens and trew it to the ground. Since I purchased it used for $100 I thought of well there goes the lens. Much to my surprise I picked up the lens and there was absolutely no damage done. Placed it on the camera and began testing it against my Minolta Maxxum 35-105mm af lens. What I discovered surprised me to no end.At every equivalent focal lengths this new 55-200 mm lens was superior in everyway to my once favorite Minolta Maxxum 35-105mm lens. There is noticeably more contrast in 55-200MM. The photo jumps out at you in almost a 3d fashion. Center sharpness is absolutely incredible. Edge to Edge sharpness is not lacking in any way. It is lightweight. It is well balanced on my A57 camera. I love the plastic mount because it is lightweight. I know what your thinking about metal mounts however that may be an outdated concepts. As technology improves somethings get better. This is one of them. Another thing which you can test on your own and very simple to do. Try shooting your lenses with the protective filter on and then take off the filter to see if the filter has lowered the contrast of your photo. In my case I found that the loss of contrast was exceptionally noticeable . The filter which I used is Hoya HMC UV(c). I also wrote a review on the Sony 18-135mm lens. I have not changed my mind about this lens. I do not recommend it. compared to this lens 55-200mm, the 18-135mm is a real loser. I also purchased the sony 18-55 (version2) not much to mention. The quality of the 2 versions is the same as version 1, the only difference is version 1 is made in Japan and version 2 is made in Thailand. Overall I can honestly say that I am 100% with this purchase. For the money you are getting a real bang for your dollar.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Nice
*by J***S on November 8, 2011*

When I first received this lens I was pretty disappointed when I saw it was made of plastic. Well, I put it on my Sony A700 and took some long range photos and was surprised at the clarity through the view finder. I reviewed the photos on my computer in Photoshop and was pleased with the sharpness of the photos. Maybe I misjudged this lens when I saw it was made of plastic! The photos I took of my Granddaughters birthday party, which was outside in an idle pasture, turned out great. I took close in and distant photos and everyone turned out great except for the few affected by user error with a little hand shaking. The zoom pulls distant objects in real close and only minor focus adjustments need to be made when using manual focus (very smooth). If you've ever used a Sony A700, you'll know they are rather heavy. This lens is so light it really makes the camera easier to use. Less front weight allows the user to get on target and focus a lot faster. I don't use auto focus very often, because I don't like the way it can blur or grain photos when going from close to far objects quickly. I used auto focus with this lens and the photos were crisp and clear. I may use auto focus a little more often with this lens. It focuses fast and transitions between near and distant objects quickly. This may be my best lens and I have eight nice Sony and Minolta lenses for my camera. I hope this helps you folks out. I am not a professional photographer, but I am a very good amateur with about 40 years experience. I would recommend this lens to anyone with a Sony Alpha! You won't be disappointed if you buy this lens, the Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great lens for $200!
*by D***A on January 4, 2013*

I just bought a Sony Alpha A65V camera body and based on the other recomendations here I decided to buy this lens for my telephoto lens and so far it works great! Got it today but by the time I got home from work the sun was pretty low in the sky so didn't have a lot of time to put it thru all the tests I had planned on. I took shots of the bare limbs of the trees in our backyard against the bright sourthwestern sky to check for chromatic distortion and didn't see any at 100% cropping and could barely make out a line of pixels along the edge of the branches that were greenish when I zoomed way in. My testing was done on RAW image files, not the compressed JPG format to get the best analysis of the image without compression artifacts. The lens focuses very fast and is pretty quiet when focusing. It will work great not only for zooming in on distant objects but at the 55mm setting it does great portrait photos. I'll post some photos over time of various lighting condtions and subjects. I think this is going to be my primary lens until I need to shoot landscapes or groups of people in tight quarters. The only thing that I personally would consider a "negative" is Sony should use this lens in their "kits" rather than the zoom lense they include (which is why I bought the body separately).

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