Question about use with Cyber-Shot DSC-H20 camera Hey everyone - quick question. If I purchase this lens to be used with the Sony DSC-H20 digital camera, do I have to purchase the lens adaptor, as well? This lens has gotten great reviews, but the adaptor is supposed to be pretty crappy. Any ideas? Thanks! Question about use with Cyber-Shot DSC-H20 camera Hey everyone - quick question. If I purchase this lens to be used with the Sony DSC-H20 digital camera, do I have to purchase the lens adaptor, as... » Read More Question about use with Cyber-Shot DSC-H20 camera Hey everyone - quick question. If I purchase this lens to be used with the Sony DSC-H20 digital camera, do I have to purchase the lens adaptor, as well? This lens has gotten great reviews, but the adaptor is supposed to be pretty crappy. Any ideas? Thanks! « Show Less
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Hey guys, I am joining this conversation late, but I am looking for a VAD-HA for my H20 but the only one I found is one listed here on Amazon for $239. That seems steep, I've looked on ebay and other camera websites and no luck. If you know where I can find one let me know, thanks!
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Joey, I have the H20 and I just received my VCL-DH1758. I also have the VCL-DH0758 (wide angle) you WILL need the adaptor VAD-HA. The adaptor works well and is actually pretty cool. It slides right over the built in lens and an 1/8 of a turn causes it to click and lock into place. The camera looks like a small DSLR, the photos are great and I've even received compliments on the look of the setup. If you haven't already done so, pick up the VAD-HA and have fun with your new setup!
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By the way, in case this gets cross-posted elsewhere, the lens I'm referring to is the "Sony VCL-DH1758 Tele Conversion Lens". Thanks again!
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I did not need an adapter for my Pentax, so if you order a flash that fits a Sony then no you will not need an adapter, if the description of the flash does not say it fits a Sony, I would not order it, make sure it says it will fit a Sony before ordering, I hope that helps.
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The adapter provides no electrical connection between the camera and the lens - the camera really thinks there's no lens attached! I have a Sony NEX-6, and I solved the problem (with help from another customer) by going to the camera's menu, selecting "Setup", then scrolling until I found "Release w/o Lens". Click on that option to enable it, and the camera will shoot. Of course, with the adapter there's no autofocus or aperture control - you have to do those on your own. But it works fine!
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Yes, I use it on my K-5. I just shot over 2000 pictures with it in Israel and Jordan. It's my go-to lens for foreign travel where quick grab shots are the rule and a wide variety of many focal lengths are needed. I complement it with my Pentax 12-24mm zoom for interior shots.To respond to one of the other comments...it Won't fit ANY K-mount camera. It uses an internal ultrasonic motor for focusing and requires a fairly recent body with the internal electrical contacts for the lens motor drive. My K-7 and K-20D also have the additional focusing motor contacts, but (for example) my earlier ist*DS2 does not. Yes, I use it on my K-5. I just shot over 2000 pictures with it in Israel and Jordan. It's my go-to lens for foreign travel where quick grab shots are the rule and a wide variety of many focal lengths are needed. I complement it with my Pentax 12-24mm zoom for interior shots.To respond to one of the other comments...it Won't fit ANY K-mount camera. It uses an internal ultrasonic motor for focusing and requires a fairly recent body with the internal electrical contacts for the lens motor drive. My K-7 and K-20D also have the additional focusing motor contacts, but (for example)... » Read More Yes, I use it on my K-5. I just shot over 2000 pictures with it in Israel and Jordan. It's my go-to lens for foreign travel where quick grab shots are the rule and a wide variety of many focal lengths are needed. I complement it with my Pentax 12-24mm zoom for interior shots.To respond to one of the other comments...it Won't fit ANY K-mount camera. It uses an internal ultrasonic motor for focusing and requires a fairly recent body with the internal electrical contacts for the lens motor drive. My K-7 and K-20D also have the additional focusing motor contacts, but (for example) my earlier ist*DS2 does not. « Show Less
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I'm a hobbyist. I'd like to upgrade from the 28-135mm to the 24-105mm, but I'm afraid of spending this much and getting a lens that isn't a "good copy." I'm just not expert enough to know if a lens needs to be recalibrated or something. Is it best for someone like me to buy local and ask the camera store to evaluate the lens sharpness? Or buy from someone like B&H; and ask them to evaluate it before they ship it to me? I resell a lot of lenses, too, and I wouldn't want to resell it some day and have someone complain it wasn't sharp.
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Sorry, I only have the Nikon version of this lens. I don't know anything about any Sony versions of the lens.
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Hi - Just double-checked a couple of OM lenses on my Sony a7r using this adapter. I want to make sure I'm completely understanding the question: if you're asking whether there will be any vignetting of the image, the answer is no (except to the extent that a specific lens shows some light falloff at the edges, but that's not an adapter issue, and you'd have the same phenomenon on an OM film body). If the question is whether or not the image will be cropped (using the term to refer to the so-called "crop factor" associated with smaller-than-24x36 sensors): again, the answer's no. OM lenses are full-frame lenses, the a7 is a full-frame body - so no cropping of the image. Hope that's helpful! Hi - Just double-checked a couple of OM lenses on my Sony a7r using this adapter. I want to make sure I'm completely understanding the question: if you're asking whether there will be any vignetting of the image, the answer is no (except to the extent that a specific lens shows some light falloff at the edges, but that's not an adapter issue, and you'd have the same phenomenon on an OM film body). If the question is whether or not the image will be cropped (using the term to refer to the so-called "crop factor" associated with smaller-than-24x36 sensors): again, the answer's no.... » Read More Hi - Just double-checked a couple of OM lenses on my Sony a7r using this adapter. I want to make sure I'm completely understanding the question: if you're asking whether there will be any vignetting of the image, the answer is no (except to the extent that a specific lens shows some light falloff at the edges, but that's not an adapter issue, and you'd have the same phenomenon on an OM film body). If the question is whether or not the image will be cropped (using the term to refer to the so-called "crop factor" associated with smaller-than-24x36 sensors): again, the answer's no. OM lenses are full-frame lenses, the a7 is a full-frame body - so no cropping of the image. Hope that's helpful! « Show Less
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It works perfectly with the *ist DL. I have the same Pentax camera and just got this lens. It has great performance and has produced some great shots for me. Here's more info from Sigma's site... http://www.sigmaphoto.com/lenses/lenses_all_details.asp?id=3303&navigator;=3
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I ordered the lens for my OMD E-5. Before it arrived I discovered from my local Camera srore that for the E-5 it would require an adapter. I returned it as soon as I received it. However I now own the OMD E-1 and from what I have read on it, it has a dual focusing system that allows it to be used with micro 4/3 lenses as well as the older 4/3 lenses. Again this is from what I have read, not from direct experience.
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I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s) you'll be using and what other lenses you own and I'll give you more detail I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s)... » Read More I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s) you'll be using and what other lenses you own and I'll give you more detail « Show Less
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I am not sure. But looking at amazon pic with the lens extended is seems the sony lens diameter will be too big. http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX20V-Digital-3-0-inch/dp/B006K551WQ the lens diameter needs to be about less than 1.5 " I originally got this to fit with an older sony cybercam similiar to: http://karachi.olx.com.pk/sony-cybershot-3-2-mp-japan-optical-digital-camera-iid-108792348 I'll try to upload pics with a ruler and adapter.
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I bought and returned lens years ago and moved on to a Nkion system. I had problems with the lens back-focusing on the K10 which had no way of adjusting the focus in camera, so be aware of this issue depending on which body you have. As I recall, the lens was new in Pentax box with warranty. I would check the return policy just in case.
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I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should decide. If nothing substantial is announced, the price for this will have dropped greatly. I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should... » Read More I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should decide. If nothing substantial is announced, the price for this will have dropped greatly. « Show Less
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Many thanks for replying. Have just ordered an adapter ( cheaply), as I only wanted the lens to play around with. Lesson learnt ; Hubby cannot buy lenses without me knowing what he's paying out for !!
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I ordered this cable for a Sony Cybershot camera DSC-T77. According to the description for the 2.0 USB Cable by ABC products it does not list your camera as an option. It does include these: ABC Products USB Cable Cord Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-F88, G3, H3, H7, H9, H10, H50, N1, N2, P100, P120, P150, P200, T2, T5, T9, T10, T20, T30, T50, T70, T75, T77, T90, T100, T200, T300, T700, TX1, W50, W55, W80, W85, W90, W110, W120, W130, W150, W170, W200, W30 I would suggest you continue your search for the correct USB cable. You may want to consider these options available on Amazon: VMC-MD1 USB Cable Lead for SONY Cyber-Shot DSC-W50, DSC-W55, DSC-W70, DSC-W80, DSC-W85 Digital Camera by NB * $4.97 * In Stock * More Buying Choices * $0.01 new (9 offers) * (49) * Product Description * ... Cyber-Shot DSC-W50, DSC-W55, DSC-W70, DSC-W80, DSC-W85 Digital ... * Electronics: See all 852 items eForCity USB Cable Compatible with SONY Cyber-Shot DSC-W55 DSC-W70 DSC-W80 by eForCity * $5.00 * In Stock * More Buying Choices * $0.01 new (3 offers) * (24) * Product Features * Best replacement for the OEM Data Cable * Industrial & Scientific: See all 250 items
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I bought mine used and the seller I got it from had the body only but it was like new. And for the kit lens, as I've stated, I didn't get mine with the kit lens but I will say I use the nex f3 with an la-ea2 adapter with Sony dt 35mm f1.8 Sam lens. It works beautifully for beginners. But I am an enthusiast and hobbyist photographer and I will get a semi pro or pro level dslt camera from Sony in future. You can visit my Facebook page to see my photos all shot with it. http://m.facebook.com/pages/KTan-Photography/144023702417316?id=144023702417316&re;fsrc=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch&_rdr I bought mine used and the seller I got it from had the body only but it was like new. And for the kit lens, as I've stated, I didn't get mine with the kit lens but I will say I use the nex f3 with an la-ea2 adapter with Sony dt 35mm f1.8 Sam lens. It works beautifully for beginners. But I am an enthusiast and hobbyist photographer and I will get a semi pro or pro level dslt camera from Sony in future. You can visit my Facebook page to see my photos all shot with it.... » Read More I bought mine used and the seller I got it from had the body only but it was like new. And for the kit lens, as I've stated, I didn't get mine with the kit lens but I will say I use the nex f3 with an la-ea2 adapter with Sony dt 35mm f1.8 Sam lens. It works beautifully for beginners. But I am an enthusiast and hobbyist photographer and I will get a semi pro or pro level dslt camera from Sony in future. You can visit my Facebook page to see my photos all shot with it. http://m.facebook.com/pages/KTan-Photography/144023702417316?id=144023702417316&re;fsrc=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch&_rdr « Show Less
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angela, the threads on cybershot must be 58mm! you can use stepup and stepdown rings if not! i have a powershot sx50, which has a 24mm at the wide end! i am getting a little vignetting at the corners! and yes the lenses does work with stills! this lenses is probaly the best bargain in the entire photo world! very sharp and magnificent color rendetion! on a scale of 1-10, i give it a 13! peeze n LUV