Sony FE 70-200 mm f/4 G OSS vs Sony FE 70-200 mm f/2.8 GM OSS
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| Compare | Lightest Image Stabilization | Fastest Aperture Image Stabilization |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Travel Video | Video |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 70-200 mm | 70-200 mm |
| Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 11 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 1 m | 0.96 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 840 g | 1480 g |
| Length | 175 mm | 88 mm |
| Diameter | 80 mm | 200 mm |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2013 | 2016 |
| Shop | ||
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Comparing Sony FE 70-200 mm f/4 G OSS (70-200 mm, f/4) and Sony FE 70-200 mm f/2.8 GM OSS (70-200 mm, f/2.8).
Sony FE 70-200 mm f/4 G OSS is the lightest at 840 g, Sony FE 70-200 mm f/2.8 GM OSS weighs 1480 g.
Sony FE 70-200 mm f/2.8 GM OSS offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Sony FE 70-200 mm f/2.8 GM OSS can focus closest at 0.96 m minimum focus distance.
Both lenses feature image stabilization for handheld shooting. Sony FE 70-200 mm f/2.8 GM OSS is weather-sealed for challenging conditions.
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