Sony has expanded its lens range with the addition of two new E-mount lenses for NEX cameras: a 20mm pancake lens and video-friendly 18-200mm power zoom.

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Sony’s latest E-mount lenses, the E 20mm f/2.8 (left) and the E PZ18-200mm f/3.5-6,3 OSS powered telephoto zoom (right). (Source: Sony.)

Measuring approximately 20mm from lens front to back, the E 20mm f/2.8′ pancake’ lens covers a 30mm equivalent angle of view in 35mm format and suits a broad range of everyday subjects, ranging from interiors to landscapes, street scenes and casual snaps. This lens claims excellent contrast and resolution, augmented by enhanced clarity in corner areas to satisfy the most discerning photographer.

The  E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS Power Zoom lens provides an 11x magnification range and has been designed for shooting video with the E-mount interchangeable lens Full HD camcorders. A comfortably positioned zoom lever is partnered with a switch on the lens barrel, allowing zoom speed to be selected in six steps. A newly-developed internal linear motor ensures smooth, quiet focusing and aperture operation. Built-in Optical SteadyShot  minimises camera shake and includes an Active Mode that provide stability when the photographer shoots while walking.

The new lenses are scheduled to go on sale in Europe in February and April, respectively.

Technical specifications

 

E PZ18-200mm F3.5-6.3  OSS

E 20mm F2.8

Lens configuration

12 groups, 17 elements (5 aspheric surfaces, 1 ED glass element)

6 groups, 6 elements

Focal length (35mm equivalent)

27-300mm

30mm

Aperture blade

7

7

Minimum aperture

F22-F40

F16

Maximum magnification

0.35x (with APS-C sensor)

0.12x

Min. focusing distance

0.3-0.5m

0.2m

Filter diameter

67mm

49mm

Dimensions Diameter x Length (max.)

93.2 x 99mm

62.6 x 20.4mm

Weight

649g

69g

Image stabilisation

Yes (Optical SteadyShot)

Internal motor

Yes

Yes

AF for movie record

Yes

Yes

Direct Manual Focus

Yes

Yes

Exterior finish

Aluminium alloy

Aluminium alloy