Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II vs Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS
Both are Sony E mount zooms for telephoto and sports & action — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II | Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 100-400mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/5.6-8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II opens wider (f/4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II covers 70-200mm and the Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS covers 100-400mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS IISee price on Amazon
Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSSSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II and the Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS?
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II is 70-200mm f/4 zoom, full-frame; the Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS is 100-400mm f/5.6-8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II or the Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS?
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II — its f/4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/5.6-8 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II and Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 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).
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