Description
Sony 70-200mm F/4 Macro G OSS II Lens: Versatile Telephoto Zoom with Half-Macro Capability
The Sony 70-200mm F/4 Macro G OSS II Lens is a compact and lightweight full-frame telephoto zoom lens, offering a popular and versatile 70-200mm focal length range with a constant f/4 maximum aperture. This updated G Lens™ introduces a groundbreaking half-macro (0.5x magnification) capability across the entire zoom range, significantly enhancing its versatility for both still photography and videography. Combined with its refined optical performance, fast and precise autofocus, and enhanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization, this lens is an exceptional tool for a wide array of subjects, from portraits and sports to nature and close-up details.
Versatile 70-200mm Telephoto Zoom:
The 70-200mm focal length range is a staple for many photographers, offering excellent versatility for capturing subjects at a distance. From flattering portraits with pleasing background separation to bringing distant action closer for sports and wildlife, this range provides ample flexibility for various shooting scenarios.
Constant f/4 Maximum Aperture:
The constant f/4 maximum aperture ensures consistent brightness and depth-of-field control throughout the entire zoom range. This is particularly beneficial for video recording, allowing for smooth and predictable exposure transitions. It also provides a good balance between light-gathering capability and lens size/weight.
World’s First Half-Macro Capability in its Class:
This lens distinguishes itself by offering a remarkable 0.5x maximum magnification across the entire 70-200mm zoom range. This “half-macro” capability allows users to capture intricate details of small subjects with impressive clarity and magnification, opening up new creative possibilities for close-up photography of flowers, insects, and more, without the need for a dedicated macro lens. The minimum focusing distance is an impressive 0.26m at the wide end and 0.42m at the telephoto end.
Spectacular G Lens Rendering:
As part of Sony’s esteemed G Lens™ lineup, this lens delivers outstanding corner-to-corner resolution and contrast throughout the zoom range. Advanced aspherical (AA) and standard aspherical lens elements work in concert with three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and one Super ED element to effectively suppress chromatic aberration and color bleeding, resulting in sharp and accurate imagery with natural color rendition.
Exquisite Full-Frame Bokeh:
The lens features a circular 9-blade aperture mechanism, contributing to smooth and natural-looking bokeh (background blur). Optimized spherical aberration further enhances the quality of the out-of-focus areas, making your subject stand out beautifully.
Fast and Precise XD Linear Motor Autofocus:
Four of Sony’s original high-thrust XD (eXtreme Dynamic) linear motors work in conjunction with precision floating focus groups to achieve exceptionally fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus performance. This advanced AF system ensures that you can confidently track moving subjects, and it fully realizes the speed potential of high-performance α series bodies, including continuous focus tracking while zooming.
Enhanced Optical SteadyShot™ Image Stabilization:
Built-in Optical SteadyShot™ (OSS) image stabilization provides up to 5.5 stops of compensation (when used with compatible camera bodies), minimizing camera shake for sharper handheld stills and smoother video footage, especially at longer focal lengths. The OSS system offers multiple modes to optimize stabilization for different shooting situations.
Refined Movie Performance:
The lens incorporates features beneficial for video recording, including Linear Response MF (Manual Focus) for direct and linear manual focus control. It also fully supports the breathing compensation function available in compatible α series cameras, reducing unwanted image shifts while focusing during video capture.
Compact, Lightweight, and Reliable Design:
The lens is remarkably compact and lightweight, making it highly portable and comfortable for extended shooting sessions. Its dust and moisture-resistant construction provides added reliability when working in challenging environmental conditions. The lens also features a fluorine coating on the front element to repel water, oil, and other contaminants.
Teleconverter Compatibility:
The FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II is fully compatible with Sony’s optional 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters. When the 2.0x teleconverter is attached, it’s even possible to achieve life-size 1:1 macro at all focal lengths, further expanding its creative potential.
Intuitive Controls:
The lens barrel features several intuitive controls, including customizable focus hold buttons, an AF/MF switch, a zoom lock switch to prevent unwanted lens extension, a focus range limiter, and a three-mode Optical SteadyShot™ switch. A removable and rotating tripod collar is also included for added stability when using a tripod.
Key Features:
- Versatile 70-200mm full-frame telephoto zoom lens.
- Constant f/4 maximum aperture.
- World’s first half-macro (0.5x) capability across the entire zoom range.
- Spectacular G Lens™ rendering with exceptional sharpness and contrast.
- Smooth and natural bokeh with a 9-blade circular aperture.
- Fast, accurate, and quiet XD Linear Motor autofocus system.
- Enhanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization (up to 5.5 stops).
- Compact, lightweight, and dust/moisture-resistant design.
- Compatible with Sony 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters (up to 1:1 macro with 2.0x).
- Linear Response MF and breathing compensation support for video.
- Customizable focus hold buttons, AF/MF switch, zoom lock, and focus range limiter.
- Removable and rotating tripod collar.
The Sony 70-200mm F/4 Macro G OSS II Lens is a groundbreaking telephoto zoom that combines exceptional versatility with advanced features and stunning image quality. Its unique half-macro capability, refined autofocus, and enhanced stabilization make it an indispensable tool for a wide range of photographers and videographers.
