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Lens tech data for Sony Alpha DT 55-200/4-5.6 SAM

	General

	Name	Sony Alpha DT 55-200/4-5.6 SAM
	Mount type	A-mount
	Release year	2009
	Status	current
	Manufacturer's order code	SAL55200-2
	Aperture
	Minimum aperture	32-45
	Aperture blades	9, circular
	Optical construction
	Elements/groups	13/9
	Minimum focus distance?	95 cm
	Maximum magnification	1:3.45 (0.29×)
	Focus design?	internal
	Features
	AF drive	SAM (micro)
	D function	yes
	Lens buttons	–
	Focus range limiter	–
	Tripod mount	–
	Other features	AF/MF switch
	Dimensions and weight
	Minimum length [mm]?	85.0
	Maximum length [mm]?	unknown
	Maximum diameter [mm]?	71.5
	Filter diameter [mm]/type	55/front
	Weight [g] nominal/net/gross?	305/unknown/unknown
	Hood
	Hood mount	bayonet
	Hood shape	round
	Hood part number	ALC-SH102
	Movements
	Filter rotates when focusing	yes
	Filter rotates when zooming	unknown
	Length changes when focusing	yes
	Length changes when zooming	yes
	Focus ring rotates in AF mode	yes
	Construction and accessories
	Color	black
	Weather sealing	no
	Mount material	polycarbonate
	Standard accessories	front cap, rear cap, hood
	Optional accessories	–
	Misc
	Lens ID	56
	Comments	–
	Reviews	Andrew Alexander on SLRGear.com
	Related lenses	Sony Alpha DT 55-200/4-5.6