A world first is the inclusion of half-macro (0.5x) capability throughout the zoom range. The addition of a 2x teleconverter extends the focal length range to 140-400mm and life-size macro (1:1) capability. So, now not only do you get a portrait and telephoto lens, but also macro capability, all in one lens (plus teleconverter). It would have been perfect if the teleconverter were built-in.
Though this is a full-frame mirrorless lens, it can also be used on a Sony APS-C mirrorless camera (since they both use the same E-mount) giving an equivalent focal length range of 105-300mm (210-600mm with the 2x teleconverter).
The Sony FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II will be available July 13, 2023, for MSRP $1,699.99 USD, $2,299.99 CAD and £1,750 GBP.
PRESS RELEASE
Sony Electronics Expands the Range of Shooting Expressions with the High Imaging Power and AF Performance of the FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II Lens™
“FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II” telephoto zoom lens with compact and lightweight design;
World’s firsti half-macro shooting with a maximum magnification of 0.5x throughout the zoom range
SAN DIEGO, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Sony Electronics introduces the telephoto zoom lens “FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II” (product name SEL70200G2) that covers focal lengths from 70 mm to 200 mm with a F4 maximum aperture, compatible with 35 mm full-frame α™ (Alpha™) E-mount series and any camera with an E-mount.
The FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II is a compact, lightweight telephoto zoom lens that can be used in a wide range of situations. Not only does the FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II contain high imaging power, high-speed and high-performance AF that are unique to G lenses, this is the world’s firsti zoom lens to offer half macro capability throughout the zoom range, with a maximum magnification of 0.5xii throughout. In addition, with a teleconverter (sold separatelyiii), super-telephoto shooting up to 400 mm and life-size 1:1 macro shooting throughout the entire zoom range is possibleiv.
“We are excited to introduce the versatile 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II to our already incredible lineup of lenses. For both photographers and videographers, the new lens provides the ultimate lens in a compact, lightweight form that is a qualified telephoto coupled with macro capability throughout the focal range and a maximum aperture of F4 for any shot demanding shallow depth of field and creamy bokeh,” says Yang Cheng, Vice President, Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc.
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