Does the front of the lens extend outward as you zoom in?
1833625
Look at the reviews at the "The Digital Picture" camera review site. This site has great comparison photos of lenses that show how long they are when extended and with their hoods installed. I can't comment on his recommendations, but it was the only site I found that gives a good feel of how the lens length changes during use.
1833626
Yes, as you zoom from 55 upward to 250, the lens extends. However, unlike the previous version the front does not extend during focus.
1833627
Yes it does. The lens is nice and light and works great for video, being an STM lens.
2094727
The info says it does...but you don't get the full focal length. It actually shows part of lens hood in veiwfinder. I would get something else if I had it to do over.
570726
No; it's a very small "pancake" lens that's got a fixed optical length; no zooming required. Always ready to go. Nothing moves on the lens exterior when it's operating or waking up.
149358
Not at all, it's all internal. And there's no zoom it's a 55mm Lens. We also purchased the other FE lens which we actually waited for and it was disappointing. This Lens is very well rounded. There's no cornering issues and the focusing is impecable. I'll wait for April when the next zoom Fe lenses come out. Sony should listen to his core audience like us... The A7r is a wonderful camera... If you have one ill recommend this lens blindfolded.
397083
You will have to adjust your telephoto out to get past outer edge of your lens. You will see the correct picture format on your view screen.
1747718
No, it does not. For the price it is a good system but it would be better if the lens had a wider angle of view
258449
Yes, it does. In fact I'm selling mine but ONLY because I'm moving to a full frame sensor. It's unfortunate b/c there's really not a sharper wide angle lens than this one. I'll miss it for sure!
905102
It is and electronic zoom lens so when you push for a closer view the lens expands
1211075
Yes. It extends physically. But I've had no problem using it with my matte box. The lens has a 58mm front filter diameter, so it's not a massive lens or anything.
2271907
It does not. It is good in quality, but it won't fit most prime zoom lens. Careful!
662606
If you meant lens - yes! However, there are lenses that will produce wider shots. But I found this lens to fit my needs.
1159008
I am don't sure. I the internal part have a cushion added than not permit remove the lens. And in the front i can see the bordet of lens.
2012320
Yes. Zoom and Focus are manual with the inner ring for the later. It s a little bit to freaky not so gradual control. Its endless so no physical connection with lens I guess.
637624
No, the wide angle view is fine with the standard lense. Yes, it has a remote that works great.
2252650
Yes, it has an adjustable dioptor viewfinder that pulls out, to extend toward your eye for ease of use and bright daylight.
1096046
Yep! It's visible on the front, horizontal above the lens... Worked fine for our photos!
44768
I think it does. If your all the zoomed out, you do get a little of the sun shade in the camera. Works good if you just zoom in a little bit. Never needed to take it off though. Hope this helps.