Sony SAL2470Z Lens 24-70mm f/2.8 Carl Zeiss® zoom lens for Sony Alpha digital SLR cameras Zoom Front Video loading and will display in just a moment. Photos Videos Item# 158L2470Z offer details Item# 158L2470Z Review Summary 4 people say Low Stock Free Crutchfield lifetime tech support Free Shipping Your price $1,999.99 Add to cart + Add to wishlist | Email me alerts for this product See related offers and ways to save Special Financing Available By buying this product you'll earn up to 0 Rewards points. When you sign up for a Crutchfield account, you’ll be enrolled in Crutchfield Rewards. You’ll earn one point for every dollar you spend on gear from us. You can turn your points into Rewards Cards that you can use toward future purchases. You can sign up for an account now, or after you complete your purchase (you’ll get credit for the points either way). Overview Details Customer Reviews Category Info Our take on the Sony SAL2470Z Lens by Dave Bar Great zoom lens for low-light photography Sony's SAL2470Z was designed for Sony's Alpha line of SLR digital cameras. Its focal range gives you moderate wide-angle to medium telephoto shooting. A large maximum aperture throughout the focal range means you'll get well-exposed photos, even when shooting in lower light with slower shutter speeds. Shoot group photos indoors without using a flash. And capture clear outdoor shots — whether the subject is friends on a hiking trail or the panoramic view from a mountaintop. Need a case for your camera's lens? Check out Tamrac's lens compatibility chart to find a case that fits (requires Adobe® Reader®). Highlights:Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f2.8 zoom lenscompatible with Sony digital SLR cameraseffective focal length:24-70mm with full-frame digital cameras36-105mm with APS-C sensor cameraslarge f/2.8 maximum aperture for better low-light photography and depth-of-field controlCarl Zeiss® T* lens coating to reduce lens flare, internal reflections, and light scattering that degrade image qualityED (extra-low-dispersion) glass elements for sharp, clear images with well defined colors2 glass-molded aspherical lens elements for precise, accurate images across the entire zoom rangeminimum focus distance: 13-13/16"minimum aperture: f/22 (at 24mm) - f/29 (at 70mm)lens construction: 17 elements in 13 groupsattachment/filter diameter: 77mmlens is 3-1/4" in diameter, 4-3/8" longweight: 35 oz.warranty: 1 yearOur 60-day money-back guaranteeSupplied Accessories:lens hoodlens carrying casefront and rear lens capsShop all Sony lenses Hands-on research from the Crutchfield Labs (what are the Labs?) Features and specs chart | What’s in the box? | In-depth notes Features and Specs Features and Specs General Brand Compatibility Loading... Sony Image Stabilization Loading... No Focal Length Loading... 24-70mm Maximum Aperture Loading... f/2.8 Weight Loading... 33.25 ounces Parts Warranty Loading... 1 Year Labor Warranty Loading... 1 Year Product Research Product Research What's in the box? Download owner's manual SAL2470Z Lens Front lens cap Rear lens cap Soft lens case Lens hood (ALC-SH101) Operating instructions Warranty information Carl Zeiss inspection certificate (with Carl Zeiss serial number) Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team — they open the box, verify contents, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Features Specifications Features Compatibility: This lens is compatible with the Sony Alpha-series digital SLR cameras. Carl Zeiss T* Coating: The SAL2470Z lens features Carl Zeiss T* (T-Star) coating that virtually eliminates the lens flare, internal reflection, and light scattering that can occur at glass-to-air surfaces. ED (Extra-low dispersion) Glass: Two ED glass elements minimize flare and reduce color abnormalities, giving you sharp and clear shots, even at full telephoto extension. Lens Hood: The included lens hood allows for better shooting in bright light. A lens hood can be used to reduce flare in bright light areas to ensure maximum image quality. Note: When using the built-in camera flash, make sure to remove the lens hood to avoid blocking the light from the flash. Focus Mode: This lens is compatible with automatic and manual focusing. To use auto-focus, both the camera body and the Focus Mode switch on the lens must be set to auto-focus. To focus manually, set the camera body or the Focus Mode switch on the lens to manual focus and adjust the focus ring on the lens. Focus Hold: While the Focus Hold button is pressed, auto-focus is suspended and the focus is fixed in that position. Distance Information: The shooting distance scale, located on the barrel of the lens, is graduated in feet and meters from 1.1 ft. (0.34m) to infinity. For accurate manual focusing, look through the viewfinder while rotating the focusing ring. Specifications Specifications Filter Diameter: 77mm Focal Length: 24-70mm 35mm Equivalent: 36-105mm (using an APS-C image sensor) Angle of View: 61° - 23° (with an APS-C image sensor)/84°-34° (with a full size image sensor) Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 Minimum Aperture: f/22 Maximum Magnification: x0.25 Minimum Focus Distance: 13.2" Lens Construction: 17 elements in 13 groups Physical Dimensions: Without Lens Caps or Hood: Length: 4.673" to 6.803" (extended) Diameter: 3.335" With Lens Caps and Hood: Length: 6.406" to 7.628" (extended) Diameter: 3.930" Weight: 33-1/4 oz/955g Product Reviews Review Summary Average Customer Review: 4 people say: 5 Star: (2) 4 Star: (1) 3 Star: (1) 2 Star: (0) 1 Star: (0) Review this product Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. Please be sure to focus your comments on the product itself. Read our Review Guidelines for more information. Review title * Email * Please include your email* Please enter a valid email address. 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Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. Received the lens fast, as usual, from Crutchfield. I have really put it through it's paces and have to say...this lens is absolutely spectacular. Color is spot on, zoom is stable, fast to focus, quiet as can be, and RAZOR sharp! This will rival most of your prime lenses! I love it and it is well worth the price of admission. 7 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 An amazing lens! Written By K. Williams, Brandon, MS on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 This is one amazing lens. I have had a copy of it for around two years or so now and I love it. Super sharp for a zoom in its range and works great. Focusing speed is excellent too. Works great on any body I have used it on including Sony and Minolta. I am not quite sure why the guy rated this lens so poorly because it is an awkward range on an APS-C camera though. That is terrible to rate it so low because of that. I is the best 24-70mm lens in its class! If he needs a better range on APS-C then buy another lens but do not belittle this magnificent lens because of that nonsense!!! Pros: Sharp, Silent and excellent focus speed, Well-Built Cons: None that I can tell! Was this review helpful? Yes | No 4 out of 5 Sony SAL2470Z Lens Written By Dust Monster, Yakima, WA on Thursday, November 17, 2011 If you are not a pro photographer, this lens may be overkill, especially for the price. By "pro" I mean a working photographer who gets paid. I have taken this lens on an overseas vacation trip. Honestly, for vacation type shots where you are spending time with the family, I would recommend something that is lighter, more compact, and doesn't require as much of your attention. In the back of my mind, I was always on the lookout for would-be thieves on the city streets. From experience, I would advise to take something that you won't regret losing (as much). Another (cheaper and lighter) full frame alternative is the SAL-2875. If you are shooting with an APS-C sensor sized body, the new SAL-1650 is excellent, and it is also weather sealed. Pros: The images are excellent throughout the zoom range and aperture range. The typical Carl Zeiss micro contrast gives the images that "pop". Cons: High quality glass will always be heavy and maybe cumbersome, but this is the only negative that comes to mind. Keep in mind that I don't do lab testing on my lenses. This is purely based on viewing my images on screen and also viewing my prints. My reason for 4 stars: price. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 3 out of 5 This is a FF zoom lens Written By Houckster, Atlanta, GA on Monday, January 18, 2010 While this lens can be used by either APS-C or full frame cameras, there are better lenses for indoor work with APS-C cameras. A 36-105 zoom range is simply too restrictive for many indoor subjects. While the sharpness and speed of this lens will always be very valuable features, you still have to be able to frame the subject and a 36mm lens is too often simply not wide enough. Even a 28mm is stressed indoors for larger subjects. OTOH, this lens would is nearly perfect for a full frame camera for both outdoor and indoor shots. Should I ever move to a FF Sony camera, this lens would be a major priority. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 1-4 of 4 items Learn more about Lenses Learn more about Lenses Video: How to Choose a Lens Video: How to Choose a Lens Zak Billmeier 8/19/2011 based on 68 ratings (5 comments) Zak shows us the different lenses you can use on a digital SLR camera or interchangeable lens hybrid camera, and how to get the pictures you want when you photograph sports, wildlife, portraits,... Accessorize Your Digital SLR Accessorize Your Digital SLR Dave Bar 1/23/2012 based on 59 ratings (1 comment) Learn how lenses, flashes, and other SLR accessories can help you capture distant images, snap detailed closeups, or take professional looking portraits. Choosing and Using a Lens for an SLR Choosing and Using a Lens for an SLR Tara W. 1/17/2011 based on 244 ratings (11 comments) Not sure what kind of lens to get for your SLR? We'll explain common lens terms and offer tips on which lens to use in common shooting scenarios. Digital Camera Accessories Digital Camera Accessories Meredith Krebs 5/7/2010 Learn how having accessories like extra batteries, a camera bag, and a tripod will help you take better photos with your digital camera. Video: Tips for changing an SLR lens Video: Tips for changing an SLR lens Video Guest 6/16/2011 based on 7 ratings (3 comments) J., Crutchfield photographer, gives us some tips and tricks for changing the lens on a digital SLR camera. 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Our take on the Sony SAL2470Z Lens by Dave Bar Great zoom lens for low-light photography Sony's SAL2470Z was designed for Sony's Alpha line of SLR digital cameras. Its focal range gives you moderate wide-angle to medium telephoto shooting. A large maximum aperture throughout the focal range means you'll get well-exposed photos, even when shooting in lower light with slower shutter speeds. Shoot group photos indoors without using a flash. And capture clear outdoor shots — whether the subject is friends on a hiking trail or the panoramic view from a mountaintop. Need a case for your camera's lens? Check out Tamrac's lens compatibility chart to find a case that fits (requires Adobe® Reader®). Highlights:Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm f2.8 zoom lenscompatible with Sony digital SLR cameraseffective focal length:24-70mm with full-frame digital cameras36-105mm with APS-C sensor cameraslarge f/2.8 maximum aperture for better low-light photography and depth-of-field controlCarl Zeiss® T* lens coating to reduce lens flare, internal reflections, and light scattering that degrade image qualityED (extra-low-dispersion) glass elements for sharp, clear images with well defined colors2 glass-molded aspherical lens elements for precise, accurate images across the entire zoom rangeminimum focus distance: 13-13/16"minimum aperture: f/22 (at 24mm) - f/29 (at 70mm)lens construction: 17 elements in 13 groupsattachment/filter diameter: 77mmlens is 3-1/4" in diameter, 4-3/8" longweight: 35 oz.warranty: 1 yearOur 60-day money-back guaranteeSupplied Accessories:lens hoodlens carrying casefront and rear lens capsShop all Sony lenses
Hands-on research from the Crutchfield Labs (what are the Labs?) Features and specs chart | What’s in the box? | In-depth notes Features and Specs Features and Specs General Brand Compatibility Loading... Sony Image Stabilization Loading... No Focal Length Loading... 24-70mm Maximum Aperture Loading... f/2.8 Weight Loading... 33.25 ounces Parts Warranty Loading... 1 Year Labor Warranty Loading... 1 Year Product Research Product Research What's in the box? Download owner's manual SAL2470Z Lens Front lens cap Rear lens cap Soft lens case Lens hood (ALC-SH101) Operating instructions Warranty information Carl Zeiss inspection certificate (with Carl Zeiss serial number) Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team — they open the box, verify contents, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Features Specifications Features Compatibility: This lens is compatible with the Sony Alpha-series digital SLR cameras. Carl Zeiss T* Coating: The SAL2470Z lens features Carl Zeiss T* (T-Star) coating that virtually eliminates the lens flare, internal reflection, and light scattering that can occur at glass-to-air surfaces. ED (Extra-low dispersion) Glass: Two ED glass elements minimize flare and reduce color abnormalities, giving you sharp and clear shots, even at full telephoto extension. Lens Hood: The included lens hood allows for better shooting in bright light. A lens hood can be used to reduce flare in bright light areas to ensure maximum image quality. Note: When using the built-in camera flash, make sure to remove the lens hood to avoid blocking the light from the flash. Focus Mode: This lens is compatible with automatic and manual focusing. To use auto-focus, both the camera body and the Focus Mode switch on the lens must be set to auto-focus. To focus manually, set the camera body or the Focus Mode switch on the lens to manual focus and adjust the focus ring on the lens. Focus Hold: While the Focus Hold button is pressed, auto-focus is suspended and the focus is fixed in that position. Distance Information: The shooting distance scale, located on the barrel of the lens, is graduated in feet and meters from 1.1 ft. (0.34m) to infinity. For accurate manual focusing, look through the viewfinder while rotating the focusing ring. Specifications Specifications Filter Diameter: 77mm Focal Length: 24-70mm 35mm Equivalent: 36-105mm (using an APS-C image sensor) Angle of View: 61° - 23° (with an APS-C image sensor)/84°-34° (with a full size image sensor) Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 Minimum Aperture: f/22 Maximum Magnification: x0.25 Minimum Focus Distance: 13.2" Lens Construction: 17 elements in 13 groups Physical Dimensions: Without Lens Caps or Hood: Length: 4.673" to 6.803" (extended) Diameter: 3.335" With Lens Caps and Hood: Length: 6.406" to 7.628" (extended) Diameter: 3.930" Weight: 33-1/4 oz/955g
5 out of 5 SAL2470Z Written By Michael, Richmond, VA on Monday, June 15, 2009 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. Received the lens fast, as usual, from Crutchfield. I have really put it through it's paces and have to say...this lens is absolutely spectacular. Color is spot on, zoom is stable, fast to focus, quiet as can be, and RAZOR sharp! This will rival most of your prime lenses! I love it and it is well worth the price of admission. 7 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 An amazing lens! Written By K. Williams, Brandon, MS on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 This is one amazing lens. I have had a copy of it for around two years or so now and I love it. Super sharp for a zoom in its range and works great. Focusing speed is excellent too. Works great on any body I have used it on including Sony and Minolta. I am not quite sure why the guy rated this lens so poorly because it is an awkward range on an APS-C camera though. That is terrible to rate it so low because of that. I is the best 24-70mm lens in its class! If he needs a better range on APS-C then buy another lens but do not belittle this magnificent lens because of that nonsense!!! Pros: Sharp, Silent and excellent focus speed, Well-Built Cons: None that I can tell! Was this review helpful? Yes | No
4 out of 5 Sony SAL2470Z Lens Written By Dust Monster, Yakima, WA on Thursday, November 17, 2011 If you are not a pro photographer, this lens may be overkill, especially for the price. By "pro" I mean a working photographer who gets paid. I have taken this lens on an overseas vacation trip. Honestly, for vacation type shots where you are spending time with the family, I would recommend something that is lighter, more compact, and doesn't require as much of your attention. In the back of my mind, I was always on the lookout for would-be thieves on the city streets. From experience, I would advise to take something that you won't regret losing (as much). Another (cheaper and lighter) full frame alternative is the SAL-2875. If you are shooting with an APS-C sensor sized body, the new SAL-1650 is excellent, and it is also weather sealed. Pros: The images are excellent throughout the zoom range and aperture range. The typical Carl Zeiss micro contrast gives the images that "pop". Cons: High quality glass will always be heavy and maybe cumbersome, but this is the only negative that comes to mind. Keep in mind that I don't do lab testing on my lenses. This is purely based on viewing my images on screen and also viewing my prints. My reason for 4 stars: price. Was this review helpful? Yes | No
3 out of 5 This is a FF zoom lens Written By Houckster, Atlanta, GA on Monday, January 18, 2010 While this lens can be used by either APS-C or full frame cameras, there are better lenses for indoor work with APS-C cameras. A 36-105 zoom range is simply too restrictive for many indoor subjects. While the sharpness and speed of this lens will always be very valuable features, you still have to be able to frame the subject and a 36mm lens is too often simply not wide enough. Even a 28mm is stressed indoors for larger subjects. OTOH, this lens would is nearly perfect for a full frame camera for both outdoor and indoor shots. Should I ever move to a FF Sony camera, this lens would be a major priority. Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Learn more about Lenses Learn more about Lenses Video: How to Choose a Lens Video: How to Choose a Lens Zak Billmeier 8/19/2011 based on 68 ratings (5 comments) Zak shows us the different lenses you can use on a digital SLR camera or interchangeable lens hybrid camera, and how to get the pictures you want when you photograph sports, wildlife, portraits,... Accessorize Your Digital SLR Accessorize Your Digital SLR Dave Bar 1/23/2012 based on 59 ratings (1 comment) Learn how lenses, flashes, and other SLR accessories can help you capture distant images, snap detailed closeups, or take professional looking portraits. Choosing and Using a Lens for an SLR Choosing and Using a Lens for an SLR Tara W. 1/17/2011 based on 244 ratings (11 comments) Not sure what kind of lens to get for your SLR? We'll explain common lens terms and offer tips on which lens to use in common shooting scenarios. Digital Camera Accessories Digital Camera Accessories Meredith Krebs 5/7/2010 Learn how having accessories like extra batteries, a camera bag, and a tripod will help you take better photos with your digital camera. Video: Tips for changing an SLR lens Video: Tips for changing an SLR lens Video Guest 6/16/2011 based on 7 ratings (3 comments) J., Crutchfield photographer, gives us some tips and tricks for changing the lens on a digital SLR camera. Visit our Learning Center to learn more about Lenses
Video: How to Choose a Lens Video: How to Choose a Lens Zak Billmeier 8/19/2011 based on 68 ratings (5 comments) Zak shows us the different lenses you can use on a digital SLR camera or interchangeable lens hybrid camera, and how to get the pictures you want when you photograph sports, wildlife, portraits,...
Accessorize Your Digital SLR Accessorize Your Digital SLR Dave Bar 1/23/2012 based on 59 ratings (1 comment) Learn how lenses, flashes, and other SLR accessories can help you capture distant images, snap detailed closeups, or take professional looking portraits.
Choosing and Using a Lens for an SLR Choosing and Using a Lens for an SLR Tara W. 1/17/2011 based on 244 ratings (11 comments) Not sure what kind of lens to get for your SLR? We'll explain common lens terms and offer tips on which lens to use in common shooting scenarios.
Digital Camera Accessories Digital Camera Accessories Meredith Krebs 5/7/2010 Learn how having accessories like extra batteries, a camera bag, and a tripod will help you take better photos with your digital camera.
Video: Tips for changing an SLR lens Video: Tips for changing an SLR lens Video Guest 6/16/2011 based on 7 ratings (3 comments) J., Crutchfield photographer, gives us some tips and tricks for changing the lens on a digital SLR camera.
