Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS
Designed for professional sports, wildlife, and event photography, the Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS is a fast telephoto prime lens that delivers exceptional speed, reach, and optical performance. Despite its long focal length and bright f/2.8 aperture, the lens remains lightweight and portable, making it an excellent choice for handheld shooting and quick mobility in dynamic environments.
Nimble and Fast Telephoto
The Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS is engineered for speed and precision, making it an ideal choice for indoor sports, journalism, and wildlife photography. Its 300mm focal length allows photographers to capture full-length shots of distant subjects, while the bright f/2.8 aperture enables superior subject isolation with a beautifully shallow depth of field.
Stellar Optics and G Master Design
As a G Master series lens, the Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS delivers a perfect balance of sharpness and smooth bokeh. Super ED and ED glass elements minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing for exceptional clarity and color accuracy. A Nano AR Coating II reduces reflections to combat flare and ghosting, while the G Master optical design ensures low spherical aberrations and a pleasingly smooth bokeh, enhanced by an 11-blade rounded diaphragm.
Fast, Precise AF and Reliable OSS
The Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS features a dual XD (Extreme Dynamic) Linear Motor System for fast, quiet, and precise autofocus, ideal for sports and wildlife photography. Updated AF algorithms enhance responsiveness and tracking performance, while Full-time DMF (Direct Manual Focus) allows instant manual adjustments. Linear Response MF provides a natural, precise focusing feel, and a focus range limiter switch plus preset focus functions improve efficiency when tracking subjects.
Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
The Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS incorporates Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilization to reduce camera shake, ensuring sharper handheld shots. When paired with a camera body featuring in-body image stabilization, the lens benefits from 5-axis stabilization for enhanced support. Three stabilization modes are available: Mode 1 for general shooting, Mode 2 for panning shots, and Mode 3, which prioritizes framing accuracy when tracking fast-moving or erratic subjects.
Impressively Lightweight and Robust Design
Weighing just 3.2 lb without the tripod mount, the Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS features a lightweight design ideal for handheld shooting and easy portability, making it perfect for events where multiple lenses and camera setups are required. Compared to the FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS, it is approximately 50% lighter and 43% smaller. The weight is evenly distributed across the 10.4″-long lens, ensuring smooth handling whether shooting handheld or mounted on a monopod or tripod. This design draws from the proven principles of the FE 400mm f/2.8 and FE 600mm f/4 GM lenses for a balanced and ergonomic feel.
Weather-Sealed and Durable Construction
The Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS features weather-sealed construction that protects against dust, dirt, and moisture, ensuring reliable performance in various shooting environments. The fluorine-coated front element resists dirt and fingerprints, making it easier to clean. The lens’ lightweight design is complemented by durable magnesium alloy internal components, reducing overall weight without sacrificing sturdiness. Additionally, the mount strength is enhanced for rigidity, withstanding the demands of professional use.
The lens also features four customizable focus hold buttons, which allow users to adjust or activate various settings such as Eye AF. The drop-in filter slot accepts 40.5mm filters, and the rotating tripod collar includes ball bearings for smooth transitions between horizontal and vertical orientations. For added versatility, it is compatible with optional FE 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters to extend focal length.
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