Sony Has Two New G Master Super-Telephoto Prime Lenses for Alpha Shooters

Two New Sony Super Telephoto Primes

So, while these will certainly be very capable lenses, the big news here might simply be their lightweightness and compactness, as the FE 400mm F4.5 GM OSS will weigh approximately 994 g and the FE 600mm F6.3 GM OSS approximately 995 g, weights ideally designed for active, handheld shooting styles that involve exploring one’s environment for photo opportunities.

“With the needs of wildlife and sports photographers in mind, from birders on a dawn hike to pros on the sideline, we applied our G Master expertise to create the world’s lightest 400mm and 600mm primes in their class, combining outstanding optical performance with a design that’s comfortable to carry all day.” — Yang Cheng, Vice President of Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics.

Both lenses will be optimized for ideal weight distribution and should deliver the resolution and bokeh that define the G Master series across the super-telephoto range.

The Sony FE 400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens

The Sony FE 400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens is the smaller of the two lenses and offers some of the most portable 400mm capabilities ever made. The lens features high-speed autofocus, advanced internal stabilization, and a weather-resistant design, and is optimized for handheld use everywhere from football sidelines to wildlife in the woods.

Here are the specs and price options:

• Full-Frame | f/4.5 to f/20
• GM-Series Portable Super-Telephoto Prime
• Dual XD Linear Motor AF System
• Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
• Custom Fn. Ring & 4 Focus Hold Buttons
• Super ED Elements, Nano AR Coating II
• Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction
• Continuous AF/AE Tracking up to 120 fps
• Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm
• Fixed, Rotating Tripod Collar

Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Lens

The Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Lens is the larger of the two and offers similar portability and compactness. It also supports high-speed autofocus, advanced internal stabilization, and a weather-resistant design, and should similarly be ideal for handheld use whether you’re searching for wildlife or chasing action on the sidelines.

Here are the specs and price options:

• Full-Frame | f/6.3 to f/20
• GM-Series Portable Super-Telephoto Prime
• Dual XD Linear Motor AF System
• Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
• Custom Fn. Ring & 4 Focus Hold Buttons
• Super ED Elements, Nano AR Coating II
• Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction
• Continuous AF/AE Tracking up to 120 fps
• Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm
• Fixed, Rotating Tripod Collar