Specifications
- Lens Mount CompatibilitySony E-MountLens TypeTelephoto ZoomMinimum Focal Length55 millimetersMaximum Focal Length210 millimetersMaximum Aperturef/4.5
- Key Specs
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony E-Mount
- Lens Type: Telephoto Zoom
- Minimum Focal Length: 55 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: 210 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/4.5 (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
- Product Name: 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 Telephoto Lens for Most Alpha E-Mount Cameras
- Brand: Sony
- Model Number: SEL55210/B
- Color: Black
- Compatibility
- Brand Compatibility: Sony
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Sony E-Mount
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: false (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Lens Series: Sony E (The product group that the lens belongs to, based on similar shared features.)
- Dimensions
- Product Weight: 0.76 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Product Length with Lens Closed: 4.4 inches
- Product Diameter: 2.63 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: Telephoto Zoom
- Auto/Manual Focus: Automatic/manual
- Silent Focus: true (A feature that helps reduce operational noise that occurs when using lenses with autofocus motors.)
- Zoom Type: Manual
- Field of View at 1000 yards: 28.2 feet (The area of a target, measured horizontally from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
- In-Lens Image Stabilization: true (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. Lens stabilization means an element within the lens moves automatically to counteract detected motion.)
- Exposure Control
- Minimum Focal Length: 55 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: 210 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: 39.4 inches
- Maximum Aperture: f/4.5 (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/32 (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: 82.5-315mm (The focal length of the lens that provides the same field of view as a 35mm film camera.)
- Constant Aperture: false (Has a fixed aperture (typically expressed in f-numbers), which means the barrel of the lens does not extend or retract when the focal length changes.)
- Features
- Special Features: Internal focusing, two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements, Direct Manual Focus
- Performance
- Filter Diameter: 49 millimeters
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
- Other
- UPC: 027242874817
Capture vibrant videos and images with this Sony telephoto lens. Internal optical SteadyShot image stabilization helps deliver clear handheld shots, and the internal AF mechanism operates silently during movie recording for reduced noise interference. This Sony telephoto lens boasts two ED glass and two aspherical elements for high optical performance across the zoom range.
- Compatible with most Sony Alpha E-mount cameras: For use with your existing camera.
- Telephoto lens provides detailed photos from distance: Magnify distant subjects and isolate a small field of view for vivid close-up shots.
- 55-210mm focal length: This versatile, long-range zoom lens covers a broad range, enabling you to capture the perfect image from various distances.
- f/4.5-6.3 maximum aperture: Provides clear landscape images and beautiful distance shots even in the shade and on cloudy days.
- Optical SteadyShot image stabilization: Helps you achieve sharp, steady photos and videos in low-light conditions or when zooming in on distant subjects.
- Two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements: Provide great optical performance across zoom range.
- Internal focusing: Enables smooth, responsive AF (autofocus) while minimizing operational noise.
- Accessories included: Comes with a front cap, rear cap, and lens hood.
Whats Included
- Lens cap, rear lens cap
- Owner's manual
- Round lens hood (ALC-SH115)
- Sony 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 Telephoto Lens for Most Sony Alpha E-Mount Cameras
Product Manuals
Q: Hi What is this lens good for? ( Sony 55-210)
A: I personally use it for distance sports shots for basketball and baseball. Switch back to 16-50 for casual everyday photos that don't require the zoom.
Q: Will this lense be good for indoor volleyball?
A: Hi Co_Dad, Yes. This lens will be able to zoom on your subject very well which is good for sports. Since the amount of light will be limited on indoor sports, to avoid blurry picture you just need to set the ISO to a higher value to compensate with a faster shutter speed. -Anthony
Q: I received a Sony Mirrorless a-6000, will this lens work?
A: Hi Alicia! Yes. This lens is fully compatible with the Sony a6000 camera. -Anthony
Q: Is this Lens compatible with the Sony A7 Full Frame? Or will it only shoot in Crop sensor mode?
A: Hi Danny, The angle of view will be narrower down to that of APS-C size. -Anthony
Q: Will this lens work on a sony cyber shot exmor R?
A: I don't think it will work for normal digital camera as your cyber shot. This is for sony mirroless camera. I don't think you can buy any lens for your cyber shot.
Q: DOES THIS FIT SONY NEX 3??? I REALLY WANT TO BUY THIS LENS.....
A: All E lens fit the NEX-3
Q: Is this lens auto-focus or manual?
A: I’m certainly not an expert photographer, so my answer is in layman’s terms. I use this lens often for capturing my child at gymnastic meets, where I can’t get physically close to the action. My answer to your question is both. This lens itself does not have manual/auto focus switch, like some others do. The amount of zoom is manual as you frame your shot. The lens then works with the (Sony) camera’s auto-focus capability when the shot button is pressed halfway down.
Q: Is this lens a full frame lense or does it have a crop ratio?
A: Hi Scribz23, This model is not a full frame lens. It is designed for Sony mirrorless cameras with APS-C sized sensors. When connected to a full frame camera, the angle of view will be narrowed down to that of APS-C size. ~Ralph
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| Pros for Sony - 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 Telephoto Lens for Most Alpha E-Mount Cameras - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price, Image quality, Zoom, Easy to use, Light weight | Price, Sharp, Image quality, Portrait, Low light | Sharp, Image quality, Price, Compact, Weight | Sharp, Low light, Image quality, Portrait, Bokeh |
| Cons for Sony - 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 Telephoto Lens for Most Alpha E-Mount Cameras - Black | |||
| Expensive, Size, Speed, Portability | Focus, Autofocus, Noise | Focus, Aperture, Shipment | Expensive, Focus, Size, Not impressed |
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Customers are pleased with the price, zoom, image quality, and ease of use of the 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 Telephoto Lens. They appreciate that it is lightweight and sharp, and that it has a good range and focus. Some customers find it expensive and large, while others find it not very portable.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lens for a great price
I purchased this lens for an airshow in my area. It exceeded my expectations for such an inexpensive lens. The day of the airshow started off cloudy which took a little extra time to figure out the focus capabilities of the lens. By the afternoon the clouds broke and we had partly sunny skies but by that time I had dialed in the focus enough to get some good pictures. This lens is a great option for someone looking for a good quality telephoto lens that isn't going to break the bank. In all, the value for the quality and results is perfect for what I am going to use the lens for (Sports and action shots).
Posted by Sixer
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth it!
Absolutely no complaints. It's everything I wanted and more for the $300, in comparison to other E-Mount lenses with twice the focal length for almost five times the price. I find myself outside every night that the sky is clear, re- and disassembling my camera like a sniper rifle so I can take another picture of the moon with this lens.
Posted by LobotomziedJoe
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New toy
The Sony 55-210mm f/4-6.3 telephoto lens has become my favorite lens. It is very light and small, a little bit bigger than the kit lens, but it is still small and very easy to use. I find myself using it often. It worked perfectly to take some pictures of the eclipse even though I didn't use a tripod.
Posted by harriaga