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Brand | Sony |
Focal Length Description | 70-200mm |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Compatible Mountings | Sony FE |
Camera Lens Description | 11 |
About this item
- G Master design combines extraordinary sharpness and smooth bokeh, Constant F2.8 max aperture maintain exposure and depth of field. Weight 1480 g (without tripod mount)
- Class-leading min. focus distance of 37.8” / 0. 25x max. mag, Dual floating focus system for high AF speed and precision, XA, ED/Super ED elements and Nano AR Coating for superb resolution
- Aspherical elements & 11-blade circular aperture for gorgeous bike, Min. focus breathing and par focal design ideal for video, Direct coupled mechanical focus system for precise manual focus
- Rigid construction with constant lens length during focusing and zooming, High performance Optical Steady Shot Image stabilization, Dust and moisture resistant for robust reliability
- Nano AR coating suppresses reflections, flare and ghosting, XA (extreme spherical) element with 0.01 micron surface precision
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Image stabilization | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 5.0 | — |
Auto focus | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.0 | — |
Picture quality | 4.8 | — | 4.5 | 4.9 | 5.0 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | PROCAM |
lens type | Telephoto | Standard | Standard | Standard | Telephoto | Telephoto |
compatible mountings | Sony FE | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E |
lens design | Zoom | Prime | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom |
focus type | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | Auto Focus | automatic | automatic |
minimum focal length | — | — | 20 millimeters | 24 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 70 millimeters |
max focal length | — | 50 millimeters | 70 millimeters | — | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 200 millimeters | 50 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters |
model name | SEL70200GM | SNSEL50F14GM | SNFE2070F4G | FBASNSEL2470GM2 | SEL70200G2 | SNSEL70200G2 |
From the manufacturer
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 fixed zoom G Master lens
An incomparable constant aperture F2.8 70-200 mm telephoto zoom with extraordinary G Master resolution that offers unsurpassed rendering and bokeh, blazing AF, and extraordinary image stabilization performance
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Extraordinary detail and bokeh in one lensG Master design combines extraordinary sharpness and smooth Bokeh in one lens. It is not easy to achieve spatial frequency of 50 lines pairs per millimeter at a lens's widest aperture and produce smooth beautiful bokeh at the same time, but that is Sony's baseline for G Master design. Unprecedented resolution and other demanding design parameters yield outstanding reproduction of the most detailed subjects and scenes with superior contrast throughout every frame. G Master resolution is simply the highest in its class. |
11-blade circular aperture for luscious bokehWhen changing your aperture to defocus the background, the light sources appear blurred. This ‘bokeh’ effect of the blurred background can be enhanced with circular aperture blades used in this lens. Conventional aperture blades have flat sides creating unappealing, polygonal shaped defocussed points of light. α lenses overcome this problem through a unique design that keeps the aperture almost perfectly circular from its wide-open setting to when it is closed by 2 stops. Smoother, more natural defocusing can be obtained as a result. |
Class-leading close-up performanceClass-leading close-up performance with a minimum focusing distance of 37.8” and 0.25x maximum magnification is ideal for portraits, telephoto macro, and more. Contributing refinements include ED glass elements and a floating focus mechanism to control aberration that can be problematic in close-up applications. |
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Dust and moisture resistant for robust reliabilitySony’s standard lens sealing is augmented by a lens mount seal that maximizes resistance to dust and moisture for reliable operation in challenging environmental conditions.* Additional details like rubberized rings that are easy to operate in low temperatures, a zoom lock that prevents unwanted lens extension during transport, and a hood lock button, all add up to professional control and convenience. |
No “Breathing”When making movies you’re frequently focusing while shooting, either with autofocus or manual focus. A lens that has not been designed with movies in mind might exhibit “breathing”, or variations in the angle of view while focusing which can be a jarring distraction. The SEL70200GM features an optical design and control technology inherited from Sony’s professional camcorders that ensure minimal focus breathing. |
Fast AF optimized for stills and videoTwo heavy focus groups are rapidly and precisely positioned by separate actuators: a powerful ring SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) actuator for the front group, and a double linear motor actuator for the rear group. Improved positioning precision works with real-time feedback from multiple position sensors to allow the body’s AF system to operate at full capacity. |
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Parfocal design ideal for videoZooming is a fundamental moviemaking technique that is used for both practical framing changes as well as creative effect. Parfocal means the SEL70200GM holds focus on a subject even when zooming in or out. |
High performance Optical SteadyShot Image stabilizationHigh-performance image stabilization is built right into the lens for sharp, blur-free images with a wide range of subjects. The heavy stabilization lens is driven by a linear motor for fast, precise stabilization. 5-axis image stabilization becomes available when used with α series bodies that feature built-in image stabilization. To provide the greatest possible benefit from the built-in image stabilization system in the widest range of shooting situations, the features switchable MODE 2 stabilization allows image stabilization to be used with panned shots for greater clarity and impact. |
Constant lens length during focusing and zoomingWith the new design of the SEL70200GM, the overall length of the lens does not change and the lens is able to achieve shorter minimum focusing distance. The filter thread at the front of the lens does not rotate, which is convenient if you’re using a polarizing filter |
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ED and Super ED glass reduces flare and ghostingED (Extra-low Dispersion) and Super ED glass elements take axial chromatic aberration and chromatic aberration due to differences in magnification out of the picture, maximizing resolution and bokeh while leaving precisely rendered edges with no fringing or unnatural coloration. |
Outstanding clarity and contrastSony’s original Nano AR Coating technology minimizes flare and ghosting, for dynamic range that achieves lifelike detail and gradation with advanced camera sensors. This precisely defined regular nano-structure allows accurate light transmission, contributing to high-quality images, even more so than with lenses that use coatings with an irregular nano-structure. The reflection suppression characteristic of the Nano AR Coating is superior to conventional anti-reflective coatings, providing a notable improvement in clarity, contrast, and overall image quality. |
Legal2016 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographical and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. 1 * Although the design is dust and moisture resistant, absolute protection from dust and moisture is not guaranteed. ** Refer to the SEL14TC / SEL20TC (sold separately). At the time of release these teleconverters are only compatible with the SEL70200GM. |
Compatible Models
ILCE-6600/ILCE-6100/ILCE-7RM4/ILCE-6400/ILCE-6400L/ILCE-6400M/ILCE-7M3/ILCE-7M3K/ILCE-7RM3/ILCE-9/ILCE-6500/ILCE-6500M/ILCE-6300/ILCE-6300L/ILCE-6300M/ILCE-7SM2/ILCE-7RM2/ILCE-5100/ILCE-5100L/ILCE-5100Y/ILCE-7M2/ILCE-7M2K/ILCE-7S/ILCE-6000/ILCE-6000L/ILCE-6000Y/ILCE-3500J/ILCE-5000L/ILCE-5000Y/ILCE-3000K/ILCE-7/ILCE-7K/ILCE-7R/NEX-5T/NEX-5TL/NEX-3NL/NEX-5R/NEX-6/NEX-F3K/NEX-5N/NEX-5NK/NEX-7/NEX-7K/NEX-C3K/NEX-3A/NEX-5A
Depending on the model, the operation may be restricted or additional accessory products may be required. Please refer the manufacture site for details.
ILCE-7RM3 | ILCE-7M3 | ILCE-9 | ILCE-7RM2 | ILCE-7M2 | ILCE-6500 | |
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Price | $1,998.00$1,998.00 | $1,498.00$1,498.00 | $1,499.95$1,499.95 | $899.00$899.00 | $648.00$648.00 | $645.00$645.00 |
Product Name | α7R III 35 mm full-frame camera with autofocus | α7 III WITH 35 MM FULL-FRAME IMAGE SENSOR | α9 featuring full-frame stacked CMOS sensor | α7R II with back-illuminated full-frame image sensor | α7 II E-mount Camera with Full Frame Sensor | α6500 Premium E-mount APS-C Camera |
ens compatibility | Sony E-mount lenses | Sony E-mount lenses | Sony E-mount lenses | Sony E-mount lenses | Sony E-mount lenses | Sony E-mount lenses |
Sensor type | 35 mm full frame (35.9 x 24.0 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor | 35 mm full frame (35.6 × 23.8 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor | 35mm full frame (35.6×23.8mm), Exmor RS CMOS sensor | 35 mm full-frame (1.41" x 0.94"), Exmor R CMOS sensor | 35 mm full frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm) Exmor CMOS sensor | APS-C type (23.5 x 15.6 mm), Exmor CMOS sensor |
Megapixels | Approx. 42.4 megapixels | Approx. 24.2 megapixels | Approx. 24.2 megapixels | 42.4 megapixels | 24.3 megapixels | Approx. 24.2 megapixels |
Weight | 657 g / 1 lb 7.2 oz | Approx. 1 lb 7.0 oz / 650 g | Approx. 1 lb 4.7 oz / Approx. 588 g | 20.53 oz (body only) | 19.61 oz (body only) | Approx. 1 lb, Approx. 453 g |
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Product Dimensions | 11.93 x 5.47 x 5.67 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.91 pounds |
ASIN | B01IDQEQ34 |
Item model number | SEL70200GM |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #140 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 11, 2016 |
Manufacturer | SOAB9 |
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An incomparable constant aperture F2.8 70-200 mm telephoto zoom with extraordinary G Master resolution that offers unsurpassed rendering and bokeh, blazing AF, and extraordinary image stabilization performance.
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Customers like the quality, auto focusing, and sharpness of the lens. For example, they mention it's a wonderful lens, it snaps focus instantly, and it stays very sharp throughout the focus range. They appreciate the appearance, and construction. That said, some complain about the weight and light. Opinions are mixed on value.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the lens. They mention it's a wonderful lens and a good macro lens. The lens feels in hand like a much higher quality lens, and it'll take great shots. The glass is brilliant and the colors are good even in cold, drab rinks. It's the perfect lens for almost any subject, from portraits to action.
"...Stop it down to 4, or even 8, and the pictures are crisp. But, if I'm going to shoot at f/8, I could just as well use my Sony 25-250...." Read more
"...No flakey focus hunting either.- It makes beautiful photos. Excellent IQ.- Image stabilization for me has been beautiful...." Read more
"...Surprisingly, it's a very good landscape lens delivering very good color and sharpness, especially when closed down a bit...." Read more
"This lens has made my photography such a joy. The fact that’s while doing portraits I can stand in one spot and change focal lengths is amazing...." Read more
Customers like the auto focusing of the camera lens. They say it snaps focus instantly and doesn't miss a single shot. They also say the focusing ability is amazing, and the teleconverter attached tracked focus so good. They appreciate the constant focus distance and say there are no back focus problems.
"...The SSM is strong, and turns the heavy focusing elements quickly and quietly. If you plan to use this at a wedding, it won't disturb anyone...." Read more
"...Focuses 2-3x quicker than the Canon/Metabones setup. No flakey focus hunting either.- It makes beautiful photos. Excellent IQ.-..." Read more
"...Price. LargePros-Sharp. Bright. Solid construction. Fast AF. Gorgeous bokeh" Read more
"...The A7RII eye auto focus is great, as well.Point is: I love Sony and am committed to Sony...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the sharpness of the lens. They mention it's amazing, tack sharp, and stays very sharp throughout the focus range. They also say it'll give great blur.
"...the RAW images this lens produces with the A7RII and find excellent detail and sharp lines everywhere I look (so long as I didn't fudge the focus)...." Read more
"...it's a very good landscape lens delivering very good color and sharpness, especially when closed down a bit...." Read more
"...Price. LargePros-Sharp. Bright. Solid construction. Fast AF. Gorgeous bokeh" Read more
"...Tamron 70-200 G2 has NO ISSUES WITH HUNTING in low light, is sharper than the Sony, and acquires focus instantly...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the lens. They mention that it has gorgeous bokeh, produces beautiful images, and has a very nice round boken.
"...It's a croppers dream lens.- Very nice round bokeh - not ultra creamy smooth, but definitely not noisy or jittery.-..." Read more
"...Wide open the bokeh is pleasant, it's creamy and unobjectionable. Depth of field is very narrow especially at close focus...." Read more
"...Price. LargePros-Sharp. Bright. Solid construction. Fast AF. Gorgeous bokeh" Read more
"...The photos are tack sharp and the brokeh is absolutely beautiful.I've included a SOCC (straight out of camera) that is totally unedited...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the construction of the camera lenses. They mention that it is well-built, solid, and tack sharp. The SSM is strong and turns the heavy focusing elements quickly. They also say that the hood locks into place and feels like it can take a beating.
"...The lens has SSM (super sonic motor) much like the Canon USM. The SSM is strong, and turns the heavy focusing elements quickly and quietly...." Read more
"...- Construction is solid. The buttons and switches feel good and are positioned well...." Read more
"...Preparation and planning makes this a non-issue.Build-Solid!Features-More than you can shake a stick at...." Read more
"Incredible lens especially when paired with the a7RIV. Its both sturdy and precise to use and have had great results both day and night...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the lens. Some say it's worth every penny and the quality is commensurate to the price, while others say the price tag is hefty.
"...The weight is perfect! Big upgrade over the version one. Worth every penny." Read more
"...If there is one issue with the lens it is the price Sony demands for it...." Read more
"...Worth every penny" Read more
"...The price tag is hefty and so is the lens itself, which makes your camera even heavier, but it's so worth it to me...." Read more
Customers find the weight of the camera lens intimidating and heavy to hold all day long.
"...8. The build quality is superb. The lens is metal, it is heavy, but it is well built...." Read more
"...For it's size, it is a heavy lens. That's a lot of glass to stuff in that small body." Read more
"...Tack sharp images. The weight is perfect! Big upgrade over the version one. Worth every penny." Read more
"...First off, it is a huge, heavy intimidating piece of glass and plastic. It can be hand-held, but not for very long...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the light of the camera lens. They mention that it hunts for focus in low light, has terrible autofocus issues, and produces some light fringing and chromatic aberration in very high-contrast scenes.
"...Some light fringing and chromatic aberration in very high-contrast scenes when shooting RAW, easy to fix post processing.-..." Read more
"...be used for street and candid photography, it's a bit too obvious for any stealthily shooting...." Read more
"...Plus, the Sony 70-200 has terrible low light auto focus issues, which disqualify the lens IMO. The lens hunts and hunts and hunts in low light...." Read more
"...I did find that the hunts for focus in low light, but all lenses have their own character and none are perfect for everything...." Read more
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I got the lens for portrait shooting, but so far, I like the pictures from my Tokina 100mm better. The Sony is not quite as sharp at f/2.8. Stop it down to 4, or even 8, and the pictures are crisp. But, if I'm going to shoot at f/8, I could just as well use my Sony 25-250. The real issue for most people getting this lens is the 1:2.8 constant-aperture zoom. That is really nice, and I like the lens, I just didn't get the jolt of excitement I expected. Other reviews will tell you that it is amazingly sharp at f2.8. I just don't find that. Granted, I have only shot maybe 200 shots on it. I will keep testing, and I will update this review if I decide differently, but as of now, I'm not as happy as I thought I would be with it wide open.
In fact, when I shoot on the Sigma 150-600, I like the pictures better. I admit, the Sigma is huge, and I'm not so likely to shoot any portraits at 150mm, but ...
Anyway, that's the subjective review. Now the objective stuff.
1. It's a big lens. Sony equipped it with an adjustable collar and a tripod foot to better balance it on a tripod. The foot mounts on a rotatable collar that allows adjusting which parts of the lens (or the camera) are oriented toward wherever you need them. This allows shooting portrait or landscape without taking the camera off the tripod. There are dots on the lens body and the collar to help you line up on a perfect 90 degrees.
2. There are three (count 'em, 3) focus hold buttons on the lens.
3. The lens has Optical Steady Shot (hence the OSS in its name) with two modes: 1) normal 2) panning. The OSS works with the in-body stabilization available on the a7 ii, iii, and iv cameras, so, at least in theory, even better stabilization. This is similar to what Sigma offers in the 150-600 I mentioned earlier. On both lenses, I leave them in mode 2. Sony recommends turning off OSS when on a tripod.
4. The lens has SSM (super sonic motor) much like the Canon USM. The SSM is strong, and turns the heavy focusing elements quickly and quietly. If you plan to use this at a wedding, it won't disturb anyone. It also works nicely recording video, especially when combined with constant auto-focus (AF-C).
5. for manual focus and DFM, the lens has a big rubber focus ring. It is a real focus ring you can use comfortably and confidently. Sony did a GREAT job on both the focus ring and the zoom ring. And wait, that's not all: the zoom and focus rings are nearly perfectly spaced to allow easy use with one hand. The lens really fits in the left hand nicely. Good job, Sony!
6. The zoom ring is another big win. Compared to other lenses, the zoom ring is marvelous. It is great without comparing, but Sony really did a good job here as well. The zoom ring completes its entire range of 70-200mm in right at 1/4 of a turn. Other lenses I've used require so much more turning (ahem, cough, the Sigma 150-600 requires a full 1/2 turn). That may not sound like much, but if you are shooting a portrait session, it means you don't ever need to let go of the lens to zoom.
7. The lens hood is better than any other lens I've ever used. I used a lot of lenses. The hood has a common "tulip" shape, that's not the interesting part. Sony put a small port at the bottom side of the hood to allow adjusting filters without removing the hood. The hood also has a lock to keep it from coming off inadvertently.
8. The build quality is superb. The lens is metal, it is heavy, but it is well built. Everything moves smoothly, and it just feels good when you hold it. I warn you now, if you aren't working out, you will want to. This thing weighs a little over 3 pounds! doesn't sound like much until you shoot an hour-long ball game. :-)
All in all, so far, it is a great lens.
Here are the exceptional qualities of this lens based on my short experience with it so far:
- At its best, it is as sharp as the 55mm f1.8 Zeiss prime lens, and it stays very sharp throughout the focus range. By far the sharpest zoom lens I've ever used. I can pixel peep all day at the RAW images this lens produces with the A7RII and find excellent detail and sharp lines everywhere I look (so long as I didn't fudge the focus). It's a croppers dream lens.
- Very nice round bokeh - not ultra creamy smooth, but definitely not noisy or jittery.
- Balances well on the A7RII. It feels much better than my previous setup. No fear holding it up by the camera body.
- Focuses 2-3x quicker than the Canon/Metabones setup. No flakey focus hunting either.
- It makes beautiful photos. Excellent IQ.
- Image stabilization for me has been beautiful. It doesn't feel as jerky as some of my other lenses, and is definitely much better than the Metabones/Canon lens setup.
- Construction is solid. The buttons and switches feel good and are positioned well. The hood locks into place and feels like it can take a beating.
- Constant focus distance is very nice when zooming in on your subject.
And here are some nits - nothing worth knocking off a star for:
- Some light fringing and chromatic aberration in very high-contrast scenes when shooting RAW, easy to fix post processing.
- The zoom ring is just a tiny bit too tight for my use, making it a difficult to turn with 2 fingers. Zooming while taking video without a mount isn't pretty. I'm hoping the ring loosens up after some use, though I don't have to worry at all about lens creep.
- I do wish the tripod mount was a bit larger. I'm used to the big tripod mounts on Canon zoom lenses, which make those lenses more comfortable hand-held, and more comfortable as a carry handle. I may look for a foam handle in the future.
- For it's size, it is a heavy lens. That's a lot of glass to stuff in that small body.
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