The Sony FE 400–800mm F6.3–8 G OSS is Sony's first zoom lens that reaches up to 800mm. Thanks to its enormous range and fast AF, it is especially interesting for bird photographers, wildlife and sports photographers who want to capture subjects at great distances.
The internal zoom mechanism ensures that changes in the center of gravity are minimized. The lens can also be used with the separately available 1.4x and 2x teleconverters, which extend the maximum focal length to 1600 mm.
Handy zoom ring
The zoom ring rotates smoothly and precisely, so you can zoom in and out effortlessly. And cleverly done: the design ensures that your focal length does not accidentally shift.
Soft bokeh
An eleven-blade circular diaphragm helps create a beautiful spherical bokeh with a soft, cream background at a shallow depth of field.
Fast, accurate AF
Two linear precision motors ensure fast and accurate autofocus. The tracking keeps the maximum burst speed of 120 fps Alpha 9 III bee. With the focus range switch, control can be optimized for different subject distances.
Suitable for handheld and tripod recording
With a weight of ±2475 g and an internal zoom construction, the lens remains well balanced and can be used both handheld and on a tripod.
Can be used handheld without the hassle of motion blur, thanks to the built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization. Combine it with a Alpha body with image stabilization and it gets even better. The lens is robustly built, cleverly balanced and has a fixed tripod base. And handy: on a tripod you can quickly turn the base from horizontal to vertical, perfect for all kinds of photography.
Control and reliability
Three focus hold buttons, strategically placed at 90° intervals around the lens body of the FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS, provide easy access from any orientation. In addition, other functions can be assigned to these buttons.
The lens hood has a new design with a lock button and a filter opening, which makes operation even easier.
Prices and availability
The Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS has a suggested retail price of approximately €3,000.
Practical accessories for super-telephoto photography in the field
A super telephoto lens such as the Sony FE 400–800mm F6.3–8 G OSS is often used for sports, bird and nature photography, usually in circumstances where the weather and environment do not always cooperate. For that kind of use, Sony is introducing two new accessories aimed at protecting and transporting equipment.
There is a new one for Sony Alpha cameras rain cover available, intended to protect camera and lens against rain and snow. The cover is made of breathable material to limit condensation and has a transparent window so that the viewfinder, screen and controls remain visible while photographing.
The Sony LCR-ES Rain Cover Small White has a recommended retail price of € 180,-.
In addition, Sony brings soft carrier bags out for super-telephoto lenses. These bags provide protection against dust and scratches and are designed for safe transport in the field.
They feature handles and a shoulder strap, and the large zipper and internal security strap make handling the lens easy and controlled. The carrier bags are available in three sizes, with the following suggested retail prices: large (LCS-LTL) €200,-, medium (LCS-LTM) €190 and small (LCS-LTS) €180,-.
