Lens Summary
Brand: Sony
Also Known As: Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 II
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Sony Alpha
Release Date: 2014-11-20
MSRP Price: $1148
Made in: China
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: With an improved AF tracking algorithm and SuperSonic Motor providing performance 4x faster than its predecessor, the 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II Lens from Sony is a versatile telephoto zoom lens well-suited to outdoor sports and wildlife photography. The lens works with A-mount full frame and APS-C cameras and has a maximum aperture of f/4.5-5.6 as well as a minimum aperture of f/22-29. It implements an extra-low dispersion glass element that helps reduce chromatic aberrations and improves contrast. Additionally, it has a Nano AR coating that controls flare and ghosting. The lens barrel is moisture and dust-resistant for protection from the elements and it can focus as close as 4' for portraiture or floral photography. The aperture diaphragm consists of 9 rounded blades that will produce pleasing out-of-focus areas. Included with the lens are a dedicated hood and carrying case.
Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 70-300mm |
| Mount Type | Sony Alpha |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | Full Frame / APS-C |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Zoom Ratio | 0.25x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:4 |
| Optical SteadyShot / AntiShake (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/4.5-5.6 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22-29 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 34° |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 8° 10' |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 23° |
| Minimum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 5° 20' |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 16 |
| Lens Groups | 11 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 1 |
| Nano AR Coating | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Direct Drive Super Sonic wave Motor (DDSSM) | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.2m |
| Focus Mode Switch | Auto / Manual |
| G-type | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 62mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | 82.5 x 135.5mm |
| Weight | 750g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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