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Breaking News 2012 [09-02-2012] Sony Global Meluncurkan Lensa Sony SAL 500mm f/4.0 G SSM
Breaking News 2012 [09-02-2012] Sony Global Meluncurkan Lensa Sony SAL 500mm f/4.0 G SSM
Sony Global (Akhirnya) Meluncurkan Lensa 500mm
Setelah ditunggu sekian lama oleh fotografer profesional di seluruh dunia khususnya yang menggunakan Sony Alpha, akhirnya Sony Global secara resmi mengumumkan peluncuran lensa yang akan bertengger di puncak sistem Sony Alpha sebagai lensa tele refraktif terpanjang, yaitu Sony SAL 500mm f/4.0 G SSM. Seperti layaknya lensa Sony SAL standar G, khususnya lensa tele dengan bukaan diafragma besar & permanen, fisiknya dilengkapi dengan warna putih bersih yang kharismatik & elegan. Sayangnya dalam peluncuran resmi ini tidak disebutkan berapa patokan harga tertinggi (MSRP) lensa ini; padahal harga adalah variabel yang pastinya pertama kali ditanyakan oleh para calon pembeli.
Ada beberapa poin yang menjadi perhatian khusus atas Sony SAL 500mm f/4.0 G SSM, yaitu:
Berikut ini adalah rilis berita resmi dari Sony Corporation dalam rangka peluncuran lensa ini:
Rugged, pro-focused SAL500F40G lens from Sony for A-mount SLT and DSLR cameras:
Serious photographers can pull distant subjects closer with a powerful new 500mm (equivalent to 750mm with APS-C camera) super-telephoto lens from Sony.
The SAL500F40G is ideal for sports, wildlife and demanding imaging applications that require extreme magnification with uncompromised optical performance.
The SAL500F40G is the longest fixed focal length G Lens from Sony to date. Whether you’re shooting detail-packed stills or Full HD video, you’ll enjoy frame-filling close-ups with flawless resolution. With a bright F4.0 maximum aperture, its excellent light gathering power allows the use of faster shutter speeds to broaden shooting opportunities.
The ruggedly-engineered SAL500F40G copes effortlessly with tough photo assignments. Focusing ring and front / rear joints are protected by interlocking seals that shrug off dust and moisture, even when you’re shooting outdoors in driving rain or arid desert conditions. This weather-resistant design makes the SAL500F40G a perfect partner for the Sony DSLT-A77 Translucent Mirror camera that offers serious photographers similarly ruggedized performance.
Like all other A-mount lenses, the SAL500F40G is compatible with the SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilisation system that’s featured in every α Translucent Mirror and DSLR camera from Sony. Depending on shooting conditions, camera model and settings, you’ll enjoy camera-shake blur compensation that’s equivalent to approximately 4.5 stops (max.) in shutter speed.
Inside, the advanced optical design of the SAL500F40G includes 11 elements in 10 groups, including three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements. It’s also the first G Lens from Sony to feature advanced new coating process that ensures crisper, clearer images. Exclusive to Sony, the ground-breaking Nano AR Coating process cuts internal reflections drastically. Resulting images are brilliantly crisp and clear, with dramatically reduced lens flare and ghosting. Flare is reduced still further by the carbon fibre lens hood that’s lined with black velvet fibres to absorb incident light.
Razor-sharp autofocus performance makes the SAL500F40G ideal for capturing an athlete’s explosive movements or the unpredictable flutter of wild birds. The high-torque SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) features a new drive circuit, ensures rapid, responsive AF with significantly faster object tracking than conventional Sony lenses.
Serious enthusiasts will also welcome a strong emphasis on enhanced handling and ergonomics. Four focus hold buttons are spaced around the lens barrel for easy operation in any position. They’re complemented by a two-way DMF (Direct Manual Focus) mode button and focus range switch for positive, fumble-free operation when you’re shooting under pressure.
Built to order, the SAL500F40G super-telephoto lens from Sony is available from late March 2012.
Setelah ditunggu sekian lama oleh fotografer profesional di seluruh dunia khususnya yang menggunakan Sony Alpha, akhirnya Sony Global secara resmi mengumumkan peluncuran lensa yang akan bertengger di puncak sistem Sony Alpha sebagai lensa tele refraktif terpanjang, yaitu Sony SAL 500mm f/4.0 G SSM. Seperti layaknya lensa Sony SAL standar G, khususnya lensa tele dengan bukaan diafragma besar & permanen, fisiknya dilengkapi dengan warna putih bersih yang kharismatik & elegan. Sayangnya dalam peluncuran resmi ini tidak disebutkan berapa patokan harga tertinggi (MSRP) lensa ini; padahal harga adalah variabel yang pastinya pertama kali ditanyakan oleh para calon pembeli.
Ada beberapa poin yang menjadi perhatian khusus atas Sony SAL 500mm f/4.0 G SSM, yaitu:
| • | Lensa ini merupakan lensa tele refraktif dengan panjang fokal terpanjang di keluarga Sony Alpha. Hanya ada dua lensa di keluarga Minolta / Sony Alpha yang bisa "bertarung" dengan lensa ini, yaitu Sony SAL 500mm f/8 Reflex sebagai lensa katadioptrik, dan lensa Minolta AF 600mm f/4.0 APO G sebagai lensa refraktif generasi lama era Minolta yang sudah tidak diproduksi lagi. |
| • | Diafragma terbesar yang besar dan konstan, yaitu f/4.0; sangat handal untuk pemotretan di kondisi cahaya yang minim. |
| • | Konstruksi optik terdiri dari 11 elemen dalam 10 grup, dengan 3 elemen diantaranya adalah elemen dispersi rendah (Sony AD Glass). Juga dilengkapi mekanika diafragma berbentuk melingkar sempurna yang sanggup menghasilkan kualitas bokeh tertinggi di kelasnya. |
| • | Lensa ini merupakan lensa pertama di keluarga Sony Alpha yang dilengkapi dengan teknologi optik Sony Nano AR Coating untuk menekan kemunculan setiap potensi cacat optik dalam bentuk apapun. |
| • | Lensa ini sepenuhnya kompatibel dengan sistem peredam getar Sony SteadyShot INSIDE di seluruh jajaran Sony Alpha. |
| • | Dilengkapi dengan teknologi autofokus senyap Sony SSM (Super Sonic Motor), untuk kecepatan fokus terbaik. |
| • | Material fisik dari logam ringan magnesium alloy yang tangguh, dan dilengkapi dengan segel-segel tahan cuaca di seluruh bagian fisiknya; menjadikan lensa ini siap dipergunakan untuk pekerjaan pemotretan paling menantang sekalipun. Tentunya ini ideal untuk disandingkan dengan Sony DSLT-A77 yang juga dilengkapi dengan fitur ketahanan cuaca. |
| • | Jika disandingkan dengan Sony Alpha bersensor APS-C, maka cakupan ruang pandang lensa ini akan menjadi setara dengan lensa 750mm. |
| • | Lensa ini dipaketkan dengan tudung lensa serat karbon yang bagian dalamnya dilapisi dengan serat velvet hitam berkualitas tinggi, demi mencegah potensi luberan sinar. |
| • | Diperkirakan akan tersedia mulai dari akhir Maret 2012, dengan sistem pembelian built-to-order (produksi lensa didasarkan atas pemesanan). |
Berikut ini adalah rilis berita resmi dari Sony Corporation dalam rangka peluncuran lensa ini:
Rugged, pro-focused SAL500F40G lens from Sony for A-mount SLT and DSLR cameras:
| • | Longest-ever focal length G Lens from Sony |
| • | Bright F4.0 aperture for superior light gathering |
| • | Nano AR Coating on optical surfaces for flawless still images and HD video |
| • | Compatible with SteadyShot INSIDE featured in all Sony Alpha cameras |
| • | New SSM drive circuit for quick, accurate autofocus |
| • | Rugged dust- and moisture-resistant design: ideal partner for SLT-A77 |
| • | Enhanced handling and operability |
Serious photographers can pull distant subjects closer with a powerful new 500mm (equivalent to 750mm with APS-C camera) super-telephoto lens from Sony.
The SAL500F40G is ideal for sports, wildlife and demanding imaging applications that require extreme magnification with uncompromised optical performance.
The SAL500F40G is the longest fixed focal length G Lens from Sony to date. Whether you’re shooting detail-packed stills or Full HD video, you’ll enjoy frame-filling close-ups with flawless resolution. With a bright F4.0 maximum aperture, its excellent light gathering power allows the use of faster shutter speeds to broaden shooting opportunities.
The ruggedly-engineered SAL500F40G copes effortlessly with tough photo assignments. Focusing ring and front / rear joints are protected by interlocking seals that shrug off dust and moisture, even when you’re shooting outdoors in driving rain or arid desert conditions. This weather-resistant design makes the SAL500F40G a perfect partner for the Sony DSLT-A77 Translucent Mirror camera that offers serious photographers similarly ruggedized performance.
Like all other A-mount lenses, the SAL500F40G is compatible with the SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilisation system that’s featured in every α Translucent Mirror and DSLR camera from Sony. Depending on shooting conditions, camera model and settings, you’ll enjoy camera-shake blur compensation that’s equivalent to approximately 4.5 stops (max.) in shutter speed.
Inside, the advanced optical design of the SAL500F40G includes 11 elements in 10 groups, including three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements. It’s also the first G Lens from Sony to feature advanced new coating process that ensures crisper, clearer images. Exclusive to Sony, the ground-breaking Nano AR Coating process cuts internal reflections drastically. Resulting images are brilliantly crisp and clear, with dramatically reduced lens flare and ghosting. Flare is reduced still further by the carbon fibre lens hood that’s lined with black velvet fibres to absorb incident light.
Razor-sharp autofocus performance makes the SAL500F40G ideal for capturing an athlete’s explosive movements or the unpredictable flutter of wild birds. The high-torque SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) features a new drive circuit, ensures rapid, responsive AF with significantly faster object tracking than conventional Sony lenses.
Serious enthusiasts will also welcome a strong emphasis on enhanced handling and ergonomics. Four focus hold buttons are spaced around the lens barrel for easy operation in any position. They’re complemented by a two-way DMF (Direct Manual Focus) mode button and focus range switch for positive, fumble-free operation when you’re shooting under pressure.
Built to order, the SAL500F40G super-telephoto lens from Sony is available from late March 2012.