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DT 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens for Most Sony Alpha A-Mount Digital Cameras - Black

Model: SAL18552
SKU: 1687493
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  • Key Specs
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony A-Mount
    • Lens Type: Standard Zoom
    • Minimum Focal Length: 18 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 55 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Aperture: f/5.6 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
  • General
    • Brand: Sony
    • Model Number: SAL18552
    • Product Name: DT 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens for Most Sony Alpha A-Mount Digital Cameras
    • Color: Black
  • Compatibility
    • Brand Compatibility: Sony
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony A-Mount
  • Dimensions
    • Product Weight: 7.9 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Product Length with Lens Closed: 2.7 inches
    • Product Diameter: 2.75 inches (The out of box diameter of the item, measured as a straight line passing from side to side of the item, through its center.)
  • Imaging
    • Lens Type: Standard Zoom
    • Field of View at 1000 yards: 77.4 feet (The area of a target, measured horizontally from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
  • Exposure Control
    • Minimum Focal Length: 18 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 55 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Minimum Focus Distance: 9.8 inches
    • Maximum Aperture: f/5.6 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
    • Minimum Aperture: f/22 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
    • Focal Length 35mm Film Equivalent: 27-82.5 millimeters (The focal length of the lens that provides the same field of view as a 35mm film camera.)
  • Performance
    • Filter Diameter: 55 millimeters
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 027242864351

Capture gorgeous portraits and landscapes with the help of this Sony SAL18552 lens, which is designed for use with most Sony Alpha digital cameras with an A-mount and features a rear lens element shade that helps reduce internal reflecting and flaring.

Lens Buying Guide

  • Compatible with most Sony Alpha digital cameras with an A-mount: For use with your existing device.
  • SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor): Allows quick, quiet focusing.
  • Rear lens element shade: Helps reduce internal reflections, ghosting and flaring for enhanced images.
  • 18-55mm focal length: Accommodates a variety of shooting scenarios, including landscapes, portraits and more.
  • 3x zoom (approx.): Lets you get close to distant subjects.
  • 0.34x maximum magnification: Helps you capture precise details.
  • f/22-36 minimum aperture and f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture: For optimal light gathering, resulting in clear images.
  • 8 elements in 7 groups with 7 circular aperture blades: Also features 3 aspheric elements, including 1 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element for sharp shots.
  • Compatible with most Sony Alpha digital cameras with an A-mount: For use with your existing device.
  • SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor): Allows quick, quiet focusing.
  • Rear lens element shade: Helps reduce internal reflections, ghosting and flaring for enhanced images.
  • 18-55mm focal length: Accommodates a variety of shooting scenarios, including landscapes, portraits and more.
  • 3x zoom (approx.): Lets you get close to distant subjects.
  • 0.34x maximum magnification: Helps you capture precise details.
  • f/22-36 minimum aperture and f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture: For optimal light gathering, resulting in clear images.
  • 8 elements in 7 groups with 7 circular aperture blades: Also features 3 aspheric elements, including 1 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element for sharp shots.
Whats Included
  • Front and rear lens caps
  • Owner's manual
  • Sony DT 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens for Most Sony Alpha A-Mount Digital Cameras
  • Front and rear lens caps
  • Owner's manual
  • Sony DT 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens for Most Sony Alpha A-Mount Digital Cameras

Q: Will this lense fit on a Sony alpha 35?

A: Hi Tmadd! Yes. This lens is compatible with the Sony a35 camera. -Anthony

Q: does this work for sony a-100 dslr?

A: Yes, the SAL-18552 is compatible with your DSLR-A100.

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