Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II

Sony 70-300mm f4.5-5.6 G SSM II

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 TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length70-300mm
Mount TypeSony Alpha
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)Full Frame / APS-C
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Zoom Ratio0.25x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:4
Optical SteadyShot / AntiShake (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/4.5-5.6
Minimum Aperturef/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 Elements16
Lens Groups11
Diaphragm Blades9 (Rounded)
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements1
Nano AR CoatingYes
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Direct Drive Super Sonic wave Motor (DDSSM)Yes
Minimum Focus Distance1.2m
Focus Mode SwitchAuto / Manual
G-typeYes
Filter Information
Filter Size62mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions82.5 x 135.5mm
Weight750g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

Lens Construction

Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II

MTF Chart

Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II MTF Wide Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II MTF Tele

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