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Sony 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM II

Announced Feb 20, 2013 •
Telephoto zoom lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha | SAL70400G2
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Announced Feb 20, 2013

An upgraded version of an older lens, the 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM II offers faster, more responsive autofocus (4x quicker, according to Sony) compared to its predecessor. Optical design remains the same (18 elements in 12 groups), but now with the addition of Sony's Nano AR Coating for improved flare and ghosting resistance. Compatible with Sony's full-frame and APS-C format SLT cameras, this lens covers a medium to long telephoto focal range, equivalent to 105-600mm on APS-C. This makes it a great choice for wildlife and sports photography.

Product timeline
Lens reviews update: DxOMark data for 400mm telezooms compared
May 29, 2013
Sony US launches Planar T* 50mm F1.4 and 70-400mm F4.5.6 G SSM II
Feb 25, 2013
Sony has revealed the Planar T* 50mm F1.4 and 70-400mm F4.5.6 G SSM II
Feb 20, 2013
Quick specs
Lens type Zoom lens
Focal length 70–400 mm
Lens mount Sony/Minolta Alpha
Max aperture F4–5.6
Min aperture F22
Min focus 1.50 m (59.06″)
Max magnification 0.27×
Weight 1500 g (3.31 lb)
Length 196 mm (7.72″)

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