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Sony 100mm f/2.8 Macro review

Life-size magnification and a handy auto clutch mechanism on this lens

Our Score 3

Last reviewed: 2011-10-26October 26th 2011

Price at launch £600.00
Product Type Lens
Fixed Focal Length 100 mm
Maximum Aperture Fixed 2.8
Brand Name Sony
Filter Attachment Diameter 55 mm
Lens Type Macro
Application/Usage Camera
Diameter 75.0 mm
Depth 98.5 mm
Compatibility

Sony alpha DSLR-A100 Digital SLR Camera
Magnification 1x
Manufacturer Sony Corporation
Product Model SAL-100M28
Product Name SAL-100M28 100mm F2.8 Macro Lens
Manufacturer Part Number SAL100M28.AE
Manufacturer Website Address www.sony.co.uk
Marketing Information

100 mm standard macro lens with life-size macro capability (great for close-ups of flowers, insects, etc.). Can also be used as standard lens.
Weight (Approximate) 505.0 g

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Product Summary

For

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Impressive mid-range results

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Attractive and durable design

Against

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Expensive for what you get

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Problems at extreme apertures

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Inconvenient focus fine-tuning

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