Compact High-Resolution Telephoto Zoom
Our most advanced lens technology comes together in a compact, lightweight 70-200 mm F4 telephoto zoom G Lens™ that delivers outstanding optical and AF performance as well as half-macro capability1 throughout the zoom range. Impressive handling and mobility make it an excellent choice for a wide range of still and movie applications.
Product Highlights:
Spectacular G Lens rendering and corner to corner resolution
Eye-opening close-up performance with half macro (0.5x) at all focal lengths
Fast, precise, quiet autofocus and tracking matches high-speed cameras
Optimized for refined movie performance and imagery
Top-class performance with teleconverters – for extended reach and macro
Compact, lightweight, mobile, reliable, and easy to use
Versatile high performance 70-200 mm telephoto/macro zoom
Outstanding image quality at all focal lengths
Superb sharpness, clarity, color and bokeh in one lens
Convenient, direct creative control of lens functions
Linear Response MF for precise, repeatable manual focus control
Front fluorine coating repels fingerprints, dust, water and oil
Dust and moisture resistant design for reliability in challenging conditions
Petal shaped, bayonet mount lens hood ALC-SH176 supplied
Product Features:
Spectacular G Lens rendering
Excellent corner-to-corner resolution and contrast throughout the zoom range are achieved by combining AA (advanced aspherical) and aspherical lens elements. Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and one Super ED element suppress chromatic aberration and color bleeding for revealing sharpness. Exquisite full-frame bokeh is enhanced by a circular 9-blade aperture mechanism and optimized spherical aberration.
Eye-opening close-up performance
This is the world's first zoom lens in its class to offer half-macro capability throughout the zoom range. Minimum focusing distance is 10- 1/4 in. (0.26 m) at the wide end and 16-1/2 in. (0.42 m) at the telephoto end of the zoom range, with a maximum magnification of 0.5x throughout. New levels of zoom close-up capability offer unprecedented versatility and freedom for shooting stills as well as movies.
Fast autofocus matches high-speed cameras
Four of Sony's original high-thrust XD linear motors work in conjunction with precision floating focus groups to achieve extremely fast, accurate focus drive. Thrust efficiency has been dramatically improved, resulting in up to approximately a 20% increase in autofocus speed throughout the entire zoom range when shooting stills. The speed potential of high-performance α series cameras is fully realized. Focus tracking continues uninterrupted even while zooming, ensuring that important moments of the action won't be lost.
Refined movie performance and imagery
Linear Response MF ensures that manual focus responds directly and linearly to subtle control. The breathing compensation function provided in compatible α series cameras is fully supported, reducing unwanted image shifts while focusing. Built-in optical image stabilization can work in conjunction with the in-body stabilization in compatible α series cameras to provide extremely smooth, stable handheld footage.
Top-class performance with teleconverters
The FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II is fully compatible with Sony's 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters. In addition to increasing maximum focal length, the 2.0x teleconverter make it possible to shoot life-size 1:1 macro at all focal lengths for new creative potential. Attached with the 1.4x teleconverter, it can shoot max. 0.7x macro at all focal lengths. And because the working distance does not change with the teleconverter attached, you can move in close to the subject to capture truly impressive images.
Compact, mobile, reliable, and easy to use
This innovative lens offers a rare blend of performance and compact mobility. It is 3-1/4 in. (82.2 mm) in diameter by 5- 7/8 in. (149 mm) in length at the wide end of the zoom range and weighs 28.1 oz. (794 g). An extending lens design was chosen to maximize portability, and a zoom lock switch is provided to prevent unwanted lens extension during transportation.
Lens Configuration
Impeccable Sony G Lens design emphasizes a graceful balance between high resolution and gorgeous background bokeh to enhance the artist’s vision.
MTF Chart
MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) describes how well a lens can reproduce fine details, measured as the degree of contrast achieved between finely spaced lines.
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Lens Control
Product image showing left side view of lens body with numbered labels showing (1) Lens hood index, (2) Focusing ring (3) Focus hold button, (4), Zooming ring, (5), Focal-length scale, (6), Focus mode switch, (7) Full-time direct manual focus switch, (8) Focus-range limiter, (9) SteadyShot switch (10) SteadyShot mode switch (11) Tripod-mounting collar / (12) Zoom lock switch.
Product Specifications:
General
Mount - Sony E-mount
Format - 35mm full frame
Lens Groups / Elements - 13-19
Angle of View (APS-C) - 23° - 8°¹
Maximum aperture (F) - 4.0
Minimum Aperture (F) - 22
Maximum Magnification ratio (x) - 0.5
Focal-Length (mm) - 70-200
35mm equivalent focal-length (APS-C) - 105-300
Angle of view (35mm) - 34° - 12° 30'
Aperture Blades - 9
Circular Aperture - Yes
Minimum Focus Distance - 0.26-0.42 m (0.86-1.38 ft)
Filter Diameter (mm) - 72
Image stabilization (SteadyShot) - Optical SteadyShot
Zoom system - Manual
Teleconverter compatibility (x1.4) - SEL14TC
Teleconverter compatibility (x2.0) - SEL20TC
Hood Type - Petal shape, bayonet type
Size & Weight
Weight - 794 g(28.1 oz.)
Dimensions (D x L) - 82.2 x 149.0 mm (3-1/4 x 5-7/8 in.)
What's In The Box
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES - Hood (model) | ALC-SH176, Lens front cap | ALC-F72S, Lens rear cap | ALC-R1EM, Tripod mount
