Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II
The Sony FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II is a versatile telephoto zoom launched in 2024, significantly upgrading its predecessor. Key improvements include enhanced 0.5x macro capability (up from 0.3x), reduced weight to 794g (from 840g), and dramatically shorter minimum focus distance of 0.4m (versus 1m). Added features include a dedicated aperture ring, improved optics with Nano AR Coating II, and faster XD linear motors. The lens retains professional features like weather sealing and advanced stabilization while offering a lighter alternative to f/2.8 versions. Its modest f/4 aperture enables a compact design favored by enthusiasts and professionals prioritizing portability over maximum light-gathering capability.
This lens is bonkers sharp, it puts the 200-600 into the shade on this. It also focuses way faster. If I'm up close, this is by far the stronger lens. Its still sharp and fast with the TC too.
Reviewed by Dom Barker
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