Targeting sports, wildlife, and action shooters, this FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens from Sony will satisfy many photographers and videographers who are looking for a bit of extra reach with their full-frame E-mount camera. As a member of the G Master line, it is designed with outstanding resolution and sharpness in mind, along with a relatively compact size, responsive autofocus, and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization for outstanding performance at all focal lengths.

E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/40    One Super ED Element and Two ED Elements    Nano AR Coating and Fluorine Coating    Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave AF Motor    Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization    Zoom Torque Adjustment Ring    Internal Focus, Focus Range Limiter    Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction    Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Targeting sports, wildlife, and action shooters, this FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens from Sony will satisfy many photographers and videographers who are looking for a bit of extra reach with their full-frame E-mount camera. As a member of the G Master line, it is designed with outstanding resolution and sharpness in mind, along with a relatively compact size, responsive autofocus, and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization for outstanding performance at all focal lengths.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can image stabilization be used while on a tripod without blurring the image?

A: You don't use it with any lens while on a tripod.

Q: 2. It's clear that everyone loves this lens for nature and sports. I'm wondering about its versatility. What is your experience with portraiture at or near the lower end of the zoom range? FYI, I have the Zeiss Batis 135 (and am considering a return) and must stop it down to at least 4.5 if I am at all close to the subject to obtain a usable DOF. Portraiture results? Or is this strictly useful for nature and sports?

A: While this lens is popular among nature and sports shooters, it can do very well for those shooting portraits from a greater distance from the lower end of the zoom range.

Q: 3. Has anyone purchased the additional Protection Plan?

A: I echo T.F.s response. I also purchased the plan. Whether I use it or not I come out a winner....

Q: 4. is this compatible with a7RII camera?

A: Hi! Yes. This lens is compatible with the Sony a7RII camera. -Anthony

Q: 5. Is the removable lens foot interchangeable with the lens foot for tho 2.8 70-200 GM? I ask because I own the 70-200 which I use with a RRS LENS FOOT ON MY GIMBAL HEAD. Will the same RRS lens foot fit the 100-400?

A: Ignore the Sony Expert. The Really Right Stuff footer is awesome. You really have to use a gimbal or Im using my 2-d pano plates as a poor mans gimbal (which actually work really well). But in either case you want the Arca-Swiss style (isosceles trapezoid) clamp and the RRS plate does an admirable job of accomplishing that. Even with any decent ball head you still want the RRS clamp. Sony expert - why are you saying what you are saying? Have you ever used the equipment in question?

Q: 6. Does it come with a case

A: Yes, the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens with UV Filter Kit comes with a lens case.

Q: 7. The Sony FE 100-400 lens is said to be compatible with the 1.4 and2.0 teleconverters.Does this also mean that they will autofocus with one or both of these teleconverters?

A: Hi Walter, yes. The 1.4 & 2.0 teleconverter supports AF. -Anthony

Q: 8. Is the 100-400 significantly better performance and optics than the apsc 70-350? I realize that it is FF vs Crop, but am interested in the slightly longer reach and slightly faster aperture.

A: The 100-400 is better in low light being f/5.6 vs 6.3 on the 70-350. And is optically a sharper lens as well.

Q: 9. using this lens on the a6600 body, which teleconverter would be better for wildlife and nature photography? The 1.4x or the 2x?

A: Both the 1.4x and the 2x teleconverters are fully compatible. The 1.4x would turn the lens into 140-560mm f6.3-8 while the 2x would be 200-800mm f8-11. So while the 1.4x would be better in low light and/or at lower ISO ranges, the 2x would be better for longer focal ranges which could determine whether or not you capture the shot of a skittish animal.

Q: 10. Any successful story about capturing soccer game especially at night time?

A: Yes, but it's probably a bit of a guessing game as to which lens is better on a given night. You'll be under artificial light and so really the quality of that dictates. In poor lighting, neither lens will do a great job. As you need to crank up the shutter speed to avoid blur, you may be left with higher ISO images with some graininess.