Quick answer
The Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS is a standard to telephoto telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for the Sony A mount. Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
About this lens
The Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS is a full-frame fast telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for Sony A mount cameras, from the Sony G Master series with optical stabilization. A professional telephoto zoom from the G Master line with a constant f/2.8 aperture.
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony A
- Focal length
- 70-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS?
At 70-200mm this is a standard to telephoto telephoto zoom, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
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
What mount does the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS use?
It uses the Sony A mount, so it fits Sony A cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS?
It zooms across 70-200mm with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. That makes it a standard to telephoto lens.
Is the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 70-200mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/2.8.
What is the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 105–300mm on full frame, with a 6.9–19.5° horizontal and 8.2–23.3° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS fit?
Any Sony A-mount camera, including Sony A100, Sony A200, Sony A230, Sony A290, and Sony A300 and 24 more.
Alternatives for Sony A from other brands
All Sony A lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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