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    Sakar AF 70-210 mm f/ 4-5.6 Macro
    Sakar AF 70-210 mm f/ 4-5.6 Macro

    Sakar AF 70-210 mm f/ 4-5.6 Macro

    70–210mm · f/4–5.6

    Overview

    The Sakar AF 70-210 mm f/4-5.6 Macro is a budget telephoto zoom with macro capability. Optically, it offers decent sharpness at the center when stopped down, but suffers from softness at the edges and significant chromatic aberration, especially at the long end. Build quality is plasticky and lightweight, with a slow and noisy autofocus. It suits beginners or those on a tight budget who need a versatile zoom for outdoor use in good light, but serious photographers may find its optical and handling limitations frustrating.