Sony 100-400mm f/5.6-8 FE OSS
Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Sony's Premier Super-Telephoto Zoom for Wildlife, Sports & Action Photography For photographers who demand exceptional reach without sacrificing image quality, the Sony FE 100-400mm...
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Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS
Sony's Premier Super-Telephoto Zoom for Wildlife, Sports & Action Photography
For photographers who demand exceptional reach without sacrificing image quality, the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS stands as one of the finest telephoto zooms available for Sony's full-frame mirrorless system. As part of Sony's flagship G Master lineup, this lens combines outstanding sharpness, blazing-fast autofocus, and professional-grade durability into a versatile package equally at home photographing wildlife, motorsports, aviation, and outdoor sports.
Despite its impressive 100-400mm focal range, Sony engineered this lens to remain remarkably portable for its class. Combined with Sony's advanced autofocus systems found in Alpha cameras, it delivers precise subject tracking and outstanding optical performance from edge to edge throughout the zoom range.
Why You'll Love This Lens
Incredible G Master Image Quality
Designed to meet Sony's highest optical standards, the FE 100-400mm produces outstanding sharpness across the frame with excellent contrast and beautiful color rendition. Advanced ED and Super ED glass elements effectively suppress chromatic aberration, even at the longest focal lengths.
Professional Reach with Outstanding Flexibility
The versatile 100-400mm zoom range allows you to quickly adapt to changing shooting situations. Capture distant wildlife one moment, then zoom out for larger subjects or environmental compositions without changing lenses.
Lightning-Fast Autofocus
Dual Linear Motors combined with Sony's Direct Drive SSM provide extremely fast, accurate, and nearly silent autofocus performance. Whether photographing birds in flight or athletes moving at high speed, the lens keeps up with today's advanced real-time tracking systems.
Optical SteadyShot Stabilization
Built-in Optical SteadyShot (OSS) helps reduce camera shake when shooting handheld at long focal lengths. When paired with Sony cameras featuring in-body image stabilization, stabilization systems work together for even greater handheld performance.
Built for Professional Use
A robust magnesium alloy construction, extensive weather sealing, fluorine-coated front element, removable rotating tripod collar, and customizable focus hold buttons make this lens ready for demanding outdoor environments.
Precision Handling
A variable zoom torque adjustment ring allows photographers to choose between a smooth zoom action or increased resistance to prevent lens creep while carrying the lens.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony FE (Full Frame E-Mount) |
| Focal Length | 100-400mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5-5.6 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32-40 |
| Lens Construction | 22 Elements in 16 Groups |
| Special Elements | 1 Super ED, 2 ED Elements |
| Image Stabilization | Optical SteadyShot (OSS) |
| Autofocus | Dual Linear Motor + Direct Drive SSM |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 3.22 ft (0.98 m) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.35x |
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 Rounded |
| Weather Sealing | Yes |
| Weight | Approx. 49.2 oz (1,395 g) (without tripod foot) |
Things to Note
As with nearly all super-telephoto zoom lenses, the maximum aperture becomes narrower as you zoom. While the lens opens to f/4.5 at 100mm, it reaches f/5.6 at 400mm. In low-light situations, this may require higher ISO settings or slower shutter speeds compared to faster telephoto prime lenses.
Although impressively lightweight for a professional 100-400mm lens, it remains a substantial piece of equipment weighing approximately 3 pounds. Extended handheld shooting is certainly possible, but many photographers prefer using a monopod or tripod during long wildlife or sports sessions for additional comfort and stability.
For photographers seeking even greater reach, the FE 100-400mm is fully compatible with Sony's 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters, extending the focal length up to an impressive 800mm while maintaining autofocus compatibility on supported Sony Alpha camera bodies.
Finally, while this lens delivers exceptional optical performance on both full-frame and APS-C Sony cameras, mounting it on an APS-C body provides an effective field of view equivalent to approximately 150-600mm, making it an outstanding choice for photographers who need maximum reach for wildlife and distant subjects.
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