FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS
- 300mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- Stabilized
- 1470 g
- Min focus 2 m
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Quick answer
A 300mm f/2.8 G Master for full-frame E-mount weighing about 1,470 g. It has Optical SteadyShot and supports Sony's 1.4x and 2x teleconverters.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 at 300mm
- Optical SteadyShot
- Teleconverter support
- Relatively light for its class
Cons
- Large for travel
- Large for travel
- Minimum focus 2.0 m
Verdict
A modern professional telephoto for sports and wildlife on E-mount.
About this lens
A 300mm f/2.8 full-frame telephoto prime lens, the Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS is designed for Sony E mount bodies, from the Sony G Master series with optical stabilization. It brings distant subjects closer for sports, wildlife and events.
Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 300mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2023
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 2 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.16x
- Weight
- 1470 g
- Length
- 265 mm
- Diameter
- 124 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS?
- Sports
- Wildlife
- Low-light telephoto
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 | 300mm | 6.9° | 8.2° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 450mm | 4.6° | 5.5° |
Frequently asked questions
How heavy is the Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS?
About 1,470 g, much lighter than traditional 300mm f/2.8 lenses.
Does the FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS have stabilization?
Yes. Optical SteadyShot is built into the lens and helps keep handheld stills and video steadier at slower shutter speeds.
Does the FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS work with teleconverters?
Yes. Sony's 1.4x and 2x teleconverters are supported, extending reach at the cost of one or two stops of light.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
