FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS
- 200-600mm
- f/5.6
- Telephoto Zoom
- Stabilized
- 2115 g
- Min focus 2.4 m
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Quick answer
A long telephoto zoom for full-frame E-mount covering 200-600mm with internal zoom and Optical SteadyShot. It supports Sony's 1.4x and 2x teleconverters.
Pros
- Reach from 200mm to 600mm
- Internal zoom keeps length fixed
- Teleconverter support
Cons
- Heavy at about 2,115 g
- Slow aperture in dim light
Verdict
This is a wildlife-oriented zoom that stays practical against fixed super-telephotos. Plan on a monopod for long outings.
About this lens
A 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 full-frame telephoto zoom lens, the Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS is designed for Sony E mount bodies, from the Sony G series with optical stabilization. A long-reach telephoto lens for Sony full-frame E-mount cameras.
Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 200-600mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/5.6
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2019
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 2.4 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.2x
- Filter thread
- 95 mm
- Weight
- 2115 g
- Length
- 318 mm
- Diameter
- 111.5 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS?
- Wildlife
- Birds in flight
- Motorsports and field sports
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
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 | 200–600mm | 3.4–10.3° | 4.1–12.3° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 300–900mm | 2.3–6.9° | 2.8–8.2° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS work with teleconverters?
Yes. Sony's 1.4x and 2x teleconverters can be used, with some loss of light.
Can the Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS be handheld?
Briefly, yes, with Optical SteadyShot, but the roughly 2.1 kg weight tires you over long sessions.
Is the zoom internal?
Yes. The zoom is internal, so the lens does not change length when you zoom.
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