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70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II
- 70-200mm
- f/2.8
- Telephoto Zoom
- Weather sealed
- 1300 g
- Min focus 1.2 m
Quick answer
Sony's second 70-200mm f/2.8 G SSM for A-mount, with a dust and moisture resistant build and a ring-type SSM motor. It weighs about 1,300 g and takes 77mm filters.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- SSM autofocus
- Dust and moisture resistant
- Wide focus-ring control with SSM manual override
Cons
- Weighs about 1,300 g
- No in-lens stabilization
Verdict
A top A-mount telephoto zoom. It is the one to pick for sports and events on an A-mount body.
About this lens
A 70-200mm f/2.8 fast telephoto zoom lens, the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is designed for Sony A mount bodies, from the Sony G series. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony A
- Focal length
- 70-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2013
- Optical construction
- 19 elements in 16 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- SSM
- Weather sealing
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.2 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.21x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 1300 g
- Length
- 196.6 mm
Specification source: dyxum.com
What can you shoot with the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II?
- Sports and action
- Weddings and events
- Portraits at distance
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 70–200mm | 10.3–28.8° | 12.3–34.3° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 105–300mm | 6.9–19.5° | 8.2–23.3° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II have stabilization?
No. It has no lens-based stabilization, so it depends on SteadyShot in the camera body. Bodies without in-body stabilization will not stabilize it.
What changed from the original 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM?
The II has revised optics and a redesigned body with a focus-hold button set. Both cover 70-200mm at f/2.8 with an SSM motor.
What accessories fit the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II?
It takes 77mm filters on the front and has a tripod collar for balancing on a tripod or monopod.
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