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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1323 reviews

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97%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are delighted by the zoom, image quality, and ease of use of the 55-210mm telephoto lens. Many appreciate its reasonable price, light weight, and compact size, making it a convenient option for various photography needs. While the lens offers smooth focus, some users have noted that the aperture and low light performance could be improved. Overall, the lens seems to be well-received for its versatility and value.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice camera lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good telephoto lens for Sony Alpha camera that has an E mount attachment for the lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to attach and works good.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I go to a fair amount of sporting events and I am looking forward to trying it there.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi blackhawk! Thanks for posting your review. We appreciate your time and feedback. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Vincent Sonystyle

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for a beginner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is good for long distance, not close up, great for the outdoors

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sharp crisp images so far. Easy to use; easy on and off camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great lens for the money

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm a newbie in the photography field and this is a very good lens for the money.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not bad

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I took this out this past weekend and got some great landscape shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    solid lens but there might be better choices

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'd call this a average lens. Focal length range a but disappointing- but great lens for the discounted price. You might be better off with a faster, wider focal range and yes, more expensive lens. But probably a great deal at less than $200!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good automatic lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this lens gives added range to the basic camera, easy to attach, and easily zooms

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Extra

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wife purchased to go with camera an essential if wanting to get those better pics.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Small and effective

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens carries a nice punch in a small size. The lens shade is a big plus.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not the best

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Terrible image quality when zoomed all out. But okay overall for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm not a pro when it comes to stuff like this but So far I really like this.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    More zoom.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    More zoom than the kit lens. Haven't had the chance to shoot much outside yet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Best lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The lens stays in focus even when taking photos in a moving car

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great lense

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works good takes amazing shots just a little hard to focus but I love it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good, but

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perhaps not up to Canon's L lenses. Other than that, it is an excellent lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good starter

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good basic zoom lense. Not great for lowlight indoor pictures.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AndrewH,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our SEL55210 lens. We're happy to hear that you're satisfied with our product and find it good for starters. Thanks again for choosing Sony!

      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.

      Rubychelle

      4-1-2024

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent lens. Great zoom and great quality.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm a novice in the art but I was able to take some amazing landscape shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great zoom lens

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    Love the smaller size of this. Great entry level zoom.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice extra zoom lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Gives about 13x zoom. Great addition to my sony a6000 camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend