Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS II

Compact professional telephoto zoom with macro capability

Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS II
85/100
LENS SCORE
Features 18
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 14
Usability 18
Brand Sony
Model SEL70200G2

Key Features

OPTICS 19 elements in 13 groups including AA, Aspherical, and Super ED glass
MACRO Half-macro capability with 0.5x magnification at all focal lengths
AUTOFOCUS Four XD linear motors for fast, quiet, and precise tracking
STABILIZATION Optical SteadyShot (OSS) with Mode 3 for moving subjects
APERTURE 9-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
TELECONVERTER Compatible with Sony 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters
DESIGN Internal zoom mechanism maintaining constant length
COATING Fluorine front element coating to repel water and oil
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant design for harsh environments
FOCUS Minimum focus distance of 0.26m at 70mm
WEIGHT Approximately 794g, significantly lighter than its predecessor
CUSTOMIZATION Three customizable focus hold buttons
COMPATIBILITY Full-frame E-mount lens

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS II

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✓ Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present 3 buttons
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present Internal zoom design
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 70-200mm
Aperture Range f/4 - f/22
Lens Construction 19 elements in 13 groups
Min Focus Distance 0.26m (wide) to 0.42m (tele)
Max Magnification 0.5x
Filter Thread 72mm
Diaphragm Blades 9 (circular)
Stabilization Optical SteadyShot
Focus Motors 4x XD Linear Motors
Teleconverter Support Yes (1.4x and 2.0x)
Weather Sealing Yes
Weight 794g
Dimensions 82.2 x 149 mm