SAL2470Z
4.6
5
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Outstanding workhorse
I took the plunge with Sony and the A850 & A900 bodies in 2009/10 after decades with Nikon (D2x). As a full-time pro, with 4 kids and being a single income family the D3x was out of my range (due to the financial crash) and I needed 25mp fast for a ongoing print retail project. This lens, with the A850 and A900 bodies, has fed my family for the past 3+ years without a hiccup. I shoot for mid-level ad agencies and travel North America. Not once has an art director questioned my choice of Sony and the 24-70mm. I also shoot stock for the usual suspects and do very well with my Alphas and this lens in particular. I might need another one soon as my present one has taken a beating - but keeps on ticking. Furthermore after being intimate with Nikon service for years I have yet to need the services of Sony repair - and yes my frame counts are very high.
i am not a plant. I am real, an old pro making a living!
August 26, 2012
Solid build, fast AF, beautiful images
This is the finest AF zoom lens that I've ever owned. It's heavy, but I use it as my primary lens due to the versatility and quality. I would purchase it again without hesitation. You won't be sorry if you buy this, except if you're climbing Mount Everest and need to carry as light a pack as possible! This lens is heavy!
June 12, 2012
Love it!
Wow! I don't regret purchasing this "beast" at all. Worth the money!!!
April 30, 2012
Amazing
I have used this lens for over five months and it rarely leaves my camera. This is a great lens to walk around and take your picture perfect photo. Although this is a zoom lens, the quality of photos is breath taking.
The only down side to this lens is the weight; however, the weight is worth the pictures that it takes.
The lens is great at taken pictures at night and indoors. I have many friends and family members that choose the pictures I take with this lens to print.
I know this lens is expensive, but the old saying is very true, you get what you pay for and this is worth it.
February 13, 2012
