Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS (SEL2870)
Compact and versatile standard zoom for E-mount
Key Features
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The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS (SEL2870)
| Ring / Switch / Control | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Focus Ring | ✓ Present | |
| Zoom Ring | ✓ Present | |
| Aperture Ring | ✗ Not Present | |
| AF/MF Switch | ✗ Not Present | Controlled via camera body |
| Image Stabilisation Switch | ✗ Not Present | Controlled via camera body |
| Focus Limiter Switch | ✗ Not Present | |
| Function (L-Fn) Button | ✗ Not Present | |
| Zoom Lock Switch | ✗ Not Present | |
| Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) | ✓ Present | |
| Weather Sealing | ✓ Present | Dust and moisture resistant design |
How-to Use Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS (SEL2870)
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Learn & Master Photography with Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS (SEL2870)
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Technical Specification
| Focal Length | 28-70mm |
| Aperture Range | f/3.5-5.6 to f/22-36 |
| Lens Elements | 9 elements in 8 groups |
| Minimum Focus | 0.3m (0.99 ft) |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 (circular) |
| Filter Thread | 55mm |
| Stabilization | Optical SteadyShot |
| Focus Motor | Linear motor |
| Weight | 295g |
| Dimensions | 72.5 x 83 mm |
| Mount | Sony E-mount |
| Format | Full-frame |
| Weather Sealing | Dust and moisture resistant |
| Hood | ALC-SH132 (included) |
