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Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM

Announced May 18, 2009 •
Zoom lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha | SAL1855
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Product description
Announced May 18, 2009

Manufacturer description: The Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM is a low-cost standard zoom for Sony's APS-C format SLT cameras, which covers an effective focal length range of 27-52mm. Although it is roundly outperformed by lenses higher up in Sony's lineup, this is a useful 'first lens' for photographers entering the Alpha system from the bottom.

Product timeline
Sony DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM
Aug 24, 2009
Sony unveils four new lenses
May 18, 2009
Quick specs
Lens type Zoom lens
Focal length 18–55 mm
Image stab. No
Lens mount Sony/Minolta Alpha
Max aperture F3.5–5.6
Min aperture F22–36
Min focus 0.25 m (9.84″)
Max magnification 0.34×
Weight 210 g (0.46 lb)
Length 69 mm (2.72″)

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