Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS vs Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS
Both are Sony E mount zooms for pro standard zoom and telephoto — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS | Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 18-110mm | 100-400mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/4.5 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS opens wider (f/4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS covers 18-110mm and the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS covers 100-400mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSSSee price on Amazon
Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSSSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS and the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS?
The Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS is 18-110mm f/4 zoom, APS-C; the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS is 100-400mm f/4.5 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS or the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS?
The Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS — its f/4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4.5 of the other.
Do the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS and Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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