Used Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS E-Mount NEX Camera Lens

SKU: US1957266 MFR: SEL70300G
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2025-02-23T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sad I Had To Return

This is so well built! Image quality great. The weight for me was too much at 77. I was so disappointed. I really thought I could handle it. I don't believe anyone would be disappointed

AZPhotogirl

2025-01-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great definition

I bought this lens just before christmas, to use with my a7rlll, which has built in digital zoom, l looked at other lens, l have found it ideal for my wildlife photography, not too big and clumbsy but using the camers digital zoom l am able to reach the wildlife with a more pracktical sized lens

Walkleadersteve

2024-03-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great all rounder

Bought just over a month ago, used a few times, such a great Lens. AF is quick and accurate and the lens build quality is second to none!!

Mrstraton

2023-03-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Lens

I purchased my Sony a7 iv with a 24 -> 70 mm, which is the bread and butter, but was lacking a lens that would grab those images a bit further away. I toyed up the Sony 70 -> 200 and the 70 -> 300. I opted for the 70-300 for the extra reach, which is not vast, but it gives me that extra for a wide variety of applications. I am very pleased with the G Lens, at a price I could justify. I am very happy with it. I have used it for a variety of Astro, Landscape and Nature and cannot fault it. If you want the extra reach, I would recommend it. Size and weight wise, very similar to the 24-70 G.

Ian B.

2022-03-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A great mid range zoom

I got this lens to take away on holiday where I didn't want to take my GM 100-400 or my G200-600. The idea was to have a lens that was as close as possible to an all-round lens. A lens for landscape, buildings, wild life if the opportunity came up and any thing else. Has it done this? Well the wild life side yes and the rest is yet to be put to the test. I like the ability to lock the lens at 70mm for transport and the feel of the lens is comfortable. What I would have liked is a tripod foot as the lens is a fair weight and I don't want to stress the body of the camera. I have solved this with an aftermarket tripod collar, which means its completely removable. That's it for now once back from the trip I may update this review giving an idea of how the lens performed and may be add an image or two. We'll see.

jderykchapo

2021-12-10T10:15:30

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony FE70-300 G lens

I love the quality of the photographs this lens provides.

CATHERINE M.

2021-12-10T09:16:10

Rated 4 out of 5

Tripod a must.

Tripod should be used with this lens.

EDWARD L.

2021-12-10T09:00:07

Rated 4 out of 5

great lens for the money

Nice lens that covers a log range. It's great for pulling in images of wild animals.

Frank R.

2021-10-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great zoom lens!

I wanted a zoom lens for wildlife photography and this does not disappoint, brilliant lens especially on MF mode!

Coxie37

2021-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good to have mid range.

Depending on how close I can get to the subjects this is a very good lens.

The c.

2021-08-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this product. Accurate and quality

Bought for personal photography use. It ticks all the boxes.

Pail

2021-08-11T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing Lens

this lens has taken my photography to the next level. One word awesome here?s some samples.

Sid T.

2021-08-09T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great lens very poor administration from Sony

Bought A7iii body and lens in March registered products and awaited voucher for next lens (still waiting) ended up buying this lens without the benefit of the voucher. This was reported through the dealer who was very helpful and Sony sent out a voucher code which turned out to be invalid. In the end I bought the lens and am very happy with the camera and both lenses but not at all with Sony. Will wait to see if the cash back comes from the second lens. Fingers crossed

Jim07

2021-03-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect balance of size and performance!

I have used this with an a7r2 and a7r4, and shoot mostly flowers, birds, and other wildlife, along with some portraits and landscapes, always hand held. When I get the focus right, I have been amazed at how sharp this lens can be, even centers at 300mm. Much lighter and easier to manage than Sony's other telephoto choices, it is truly a perfect balance of size and performance for me.

waynegb

2020-10-19T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Brooks Review

I have had this lens for a little over a year and enjoy it's almost my 1st choice in any scenario. I want to find out if I bought 300 mm or 400 mm lens which should I get and why one over what im using now.

BBR20

2020-09-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great perfromance

I bought this lens after comparing with a similar product from a competitor at the store and end up buying Sony because the color is better in comparison and the build quality is more solid. After using it for a bit, I also noticed the performance of the stability is excellent at maximum zoom.

gusto2020

2020-09-15T07:05:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharp, light, and fast.

This lens is fast, sharp, and light. On my A7RII it handles both the massive full-frame resolution and the ultra-sharp cropped-frame function.

james p.

2020-09-11T06:16:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Product! Awesome delivery!

Very satisfied with the purchase. Awesome, one day delivery. I love the weight of the lense. Not better price!

JILSON T.

2020-07-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Ideal lens for my needs

I have updated from the Canon 5D mk 3plus a few L Series Lens

Morpheus 1.

2020-07-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great reach

I bought this lens a few months ago and really love the reach and detail.

kram0173

2020-03-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony quality!

I bought this a few weeks ago and I'm glad I did, I'm using this lens with A7M2,optical quality is amazing also build quality is fantastic!Sony you didn't disappointed me again !

Wieloryb73

2020-01-28T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

I enjoy using this product

I bought this lens just over 2 months ago and have used it frequently to photograph wildlife in the garden and locally, it has exceeded expectations

Radish

2020-01-23T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Extremely versatile lens

whenever I invest in a new lens I worry that I will get sufficient use to warrant the cost. However, this lens is proving to be a sound investment as it is light enough to have in my bag whenever I travel or go hiking - ie with my 24-70 on the camera. I also use it weekly for sporting and wildlife trips out. So far, I’ve been impressed with sharpness and ease of focusing throughout its range. Here’s 3 examples:

Joyce61

2019-11-27T08:30:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing lens!

Amazing lens!

Ronen R.

2019-11-24T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Bad Copies

So far I am returning my 2nd bad copy of this lens. Hopefully 3rd time is a charm

AdamB2020

2019-09-27T01:19:58

Rated 4 out of 5

Great zoom for travel with a full frame mirrorless sony

bought this zoom to have a nice reach on wildlife during hiking while maintaining a compact form in my backpack or on a strap with the lock on . focus is fast and images are great. I think this lens and a 16-35 covers all I need for nature photography. image quality, the 70-200 F/4 produces crispier images bu lacks in reach.

Aviv Y.

2019-09-20T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Difficult to use.

I have had the lens for one month and found it to be good quality and well made there are for me some handling issues.

desking

2019-08-27T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Does the job well

Brought this about a month ago - wanted that extra bit of reach for landscapes, and the small amount of sports photography I do for my baseball team. Considered the 70-200 F4 but couldn't justify the extra expense, bulk and weight when I don't really need the constant F4 aperture. Used it a few times and it's performed well, you get good sharpness up to 200mm, a little soft towards 300mm (and the one time I've shot distant city lights at blue hour) but overall I'm happy. Did well on my A7iii when I shot some baseball, was able to use a fast shutter speed and ISO 500-1000 dependent on light to freeze the action. Clearly anyone looking for a specialist sports lens would consider one of the other options Sony offer but I was really pleased with the results. Couple of cons - not sure how well sealed it is, worried it may have sucked in a little dust / grit already. Also wish it came with a tripod collar, it's a big heavy lens and very long when extended, hope it'll last on the A7iii mount. Won't carry it with me on every shoot but glad I have it.

jameslf1989

2019-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

All round good performing lens

Perfect for my style and use. Sports and action, a little wildlife and landscapes. The lens is acceptably sharp at all focal lengths. It is fast focusing paired with my Sony A7III. Perfect for my needs at this time. It’s not a heavy lens but a tripod collar would be beneficial in some circumstances which Sony unfortunately does not manufacture.

Les11038

2019-07-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT IMAGE QUALITY

I BOUGHT THIS TO GO WITH MY A7RIII CAMERA SEVERAL MONTHS AGO

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Sony FE 70-300mm G OSS Specifications

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  • Brand

    Sony

  • Lens Series

    G Series

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Telephoto Zoom

  • Lens Mount

    Sony E (Full Frame)

  • Format Compatibility

    35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    2.95' / 90 cm

  • Focal Length

    70-300mm

  • Angle Of View

    34 - 8 10'

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    Not Applicable

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/4.5-5.6

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22 - 29

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.31x

  • Filter Size

    72mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    16 Elements / 13 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    9, Rounded

  • Dimensions Diameter x Length

    3.31 x 5.65" (84 x 143.5 mm)

  • Weight

    1.88 lb / 854 g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization

    OSS

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About Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS E-Mount NEX Camera Lens

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Sharper than you think

By Luccombe L.

I bought this about 6 weeks ago. The stabilisation works a dream. Obviously not pin sharp in low light at 300mm. But, given good light, it is very acceptable at 300mm. Probably limited indoors, but for bird photography etc...it's great

Compact fast lens with a cutting edge

By Chezjj

I received this lens 2 weeks ago. I've taken more than one thousand images with it in this short period of time, using it with both the a7 and the a6000. Fits and balances well with both cameras though I prefer its handling with the a7. Weight and size of the lens are just right in my opinion. Optically, it performs to a high level of performance. Build quality is excellent.

Experience the fusion of cutting-edge lens technology and superior-quality extra-low dispersion glass with the Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens for Sony E. This high-performance telephoto zoom lens is Sony's longest reaching E-mount lens to date, offering unparalleled clarity and precision in every shot.

At the peak of its range, this lens excels in capturing distant subjects such as wildlife or minute details, allowing you to maintain a respectful distance without compromising on image quality. At the lower end, it's perfect for intimate portraits or close-up photography, offering a diverse range of creative possibilities.

The lens features Sony's innovative SteadyShot technology, which stabilizes the lens and compensates for minor hand movements. This ensures blur-free images even in lower light conditions, making it a reliable companion for all your photography adventures.

The Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens is designed with multiple glass coatings and aspherical lens elements that work together to reduce chromatic aberration, fringing, and distortion. This results in outstanding, high-resolution images and videos every time. The lens also suppresses reflections to eliminate flare and ghosting, enhancing contrast and clarity for breathtaking stills.

The lens boasts a nine-blade circular aperture that produces a beautiful defocused background, creating smooth roundels for a professional finish. Built with a robust metal barrel and sealed buttons and rings, this lens is both reliable and rugged, ready to accompany you on any journey.

This lens also features a state-of-the-art optical design, including four aspherical glass elements, two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements, and Sony's Nano AR coating. These elements work in harmony to effectively suppress spherical aberration, distortion, and chromatic aberration, ensuring stunning high-resolution results for both still and video shooting.

With class-leading close-up performance, a minimum focusing distance of less than 3 feet (0.9m), and a maximum magnification of 0.31x, this lens is an ideal choice for tele-macro photography. This exceptional close-up performance contributes to the lens' excellent corner-to-corner sharpness.

The Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens also includes built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization that helps to reduce camera shake, making it easier to capture clear images when shooting handheld. Additionally, the lens features a linear actuator for fast, smooth, and quiet autofocus. It's also dust and moisture resistant, ensuring reliable operation in harsh outdoor conditions. Experience the power and versatility of the Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens for Sony E today.

Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS E-Mount NEX Camera Lens Features

  • Full-frame 70-300mm G Series F4.5-5.6 G Telephoto zoom: Sony's G-Series lenses are designed for maximum descriptive power, maintaining excellent peripheral light characteristics and maximizing contrast even at the edges of the frame. The SEL70300G offers high zoom and magnification for full-frame E-mount cameras equivalent to 70-300mm F4.5-5.6
  • Nano AR Coating with nano-precision structure: Sony's original Nano AR Coating technology produces a lens coating that features a precisely defined regular nano-structure that allows accurate light transmission while effectively suppressing reflections that can cause flare and ghosting
  • Optical SteadyShot image stabilization: Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization helps to reduce camera shake, particularly in telephoto, close-up, and low-light situations where camera shake is most likely to affect image quality.
  • Class-leading close-up focusing capability less than 3' (0.9m): The SEL70300G telephoto zoom lens also features class-leading close-up performance, with a minimum focusing distance of less than 3 feet (0.9m) and a maximum magnification of 0.31x, making it an ideal choice for tele-macro photography.
  • 9-blade circular aperture: The 9-blade circular aperture forms a nearly perfect circle to create a pleasing and beautifully round background defocus or bokeh effect, especially when the lens is wide open.
  • 2x ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements: 2x ED glass elements are included in the SEL70300G. It dramatically improves chromatic aberration at telephoto ranges, and provides superior contrast across the entire image, even at large aperture settings
  • 4x Aspherical elements control spherical aberration and coma: The SEL70300G has an innovative optical design to achieve clear, high-quality images by effectively minimizing distortion and chromatic aberration. A double-gauss configuration effectively suppresses field curvature and distortion,
  • Sophisticated, solid and reliable: The exterior metal barrel and sealed buttons and rings Deliver outstanding operability and reliability in a design that resists the intrusion of dust and moisture which helps to ensure reliable operation in harsh outdoor conditions.
  • Linear actuator achieve fast, smooth, quiet autofocus: A linear actuator and an inner focus mechanism are used for focus drive, resulting in fast, smooth, quiet focus operation.
  • Enhanced operability w/ direct control: The SEL70300G features convenient direct buttons and switches to enhance the ease and operability. These include a focus hold button, focus mode switch, focus range limiter, Optical SteadyShot switch and zoom lock switch.
  • Focus hold button: Once you've adjusted focus to where you want it, holding this button on the lens barrel will keep the lens locked to that focusing distance. The preview function can also be assigned to this button through the camera's custom settings.
  • Focus range limiter: This function allows you to set a limit on the focusing range which can save you time during auto focus operation - as the lens will not 'hunt' through the entire focusing range.
  • Zoom lock switch: The zoom lock switch prevents unwanted lens extension during transportation.
  • Focus-mode switch: A conveniently located switch allows manual or auto focus to be easily selected while viewing through the camera's viewfinder.

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