Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens

• E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/4.5-5.6 to f/32-40
• One Super ED Element and Two ED Elements
• Nano AR Coating and Fluorine Coating

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens Overview

The Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens is a premium super-telephoto zoom lens built for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras. Part of Sony’s acclaimed G Master series, it delivers top-tier resolution, fast autofocus, and excellent image stabilization for photographers and videographers shooting sports, wildlife, and action.

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens Optical Performance

Engineered with 22 elements in 16 groups, including ED (Extra-low Dispersion) and Super ED glass, this lens ensures outstanding contrast and clarity across the entire zoom range. The built-in Nano AR Coating minimizes reflections and flare, even in strong backlighting. Its circular 9-blade aperture delivers pleasing, soft background bokeh, ideal for subject isolation in dynamic compositions.

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens Autofocus and Stabilization

The lens features a dual linear motor and Direct Drive SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) system, enabling fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus tracking—especially beneficial when photographing fast-moving subjects. Sony’s Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system is integrated into the lens to reduce blur from camera shake, ensuring sharper results during handheld shooting, even at full 400mm zoom.

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens Handling and Build Quality

Designed with portability in mind, this lens weighs approximately 1,395g, which is remarkably light for its zoom range. It features a magnesium alloy construction with weather-sealing throughout, making it reliable for use in challenging outdoor environments. The zoom torque adjustment ring allows shooters to customize zoom feel, from smooth to tight, based on preference or shooting conditions.

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens for Wildlife and Sports

The lens’s flexible focal length of 100mm to 400mm makes it highly suitable for shooting distant wildlife and sports events where fast, accurate framing is essential. When paired with Sony’s 1.4x or 2.0x teleconverters, the lens can extend its reach to 560mm or 800mm respectively, offering even more flexibility for long-range shooting without sacrificing autofocus performance.

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens Compatibility and Applications

Optimized for full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras, the lens is also fully compatible with APS-C models, where it offers an equivalent focal length range of 150–600mm. This makes it ideal for professional content creators who need high image quality, mobility, and fast operation for demanding photo and video work across diverse conditions.