Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens (Sony E)

Delivering the speed and reach sought after by professional photographers covering major events, the Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS is a swift telephoto prime lens that boasts an impressively lightweight and portable design.

Swift and Agile Telephoto Capability

The 300mm f/2.8 lens design excels in the realm of indoor sports photography, as well as close-range events, photojournalism, and even wildlife subjects. Its comfortable focal length is ideal for capturing full-length shots of distant subjects, and the bright f/2.8 maximum aperture empowers you to create striking subject isolation with a shallow depth of field.

Exceptional Optics and G Master Engineering

As a distinguished member of Sony’s G Master series, this lens is meticulously crafted to balance remarkable resolution and sharpness with distinctive and pleasing bokeh.

Super Extra-low Dispersion (ED) and Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements work in harmony to minimize axial chromatic aberrations and color fringing, resulting in high clarity and lifelike color accuracy.

Nano AR Coating II has been expertly applied to the interior lens surfaces to suppress reflections that can lead to flare and ghosting.

The G Master optical design also plays a key role in reducing spherical aberrations, promoting sharpness, and delivering a delightful bokeh quality. This is further enhanced by an 11-blade rounded diaphragm.

Swift, Precise Autofocus and Reliable Optical SteadyShot

A dual XD (Extreme Dynamic) Linear Motor System ensures quick and quiet focusing on fast-moving subjects, particularly during high-speed shooting scenarios.

The high-precision XD motor system is further bolstered by updated autofocus algorithms that improve responsiveness and minimize operational noise, making it particularly beneficial for sports and wildlife applications.

Full-time Direct Manual Focus (DMF) enables manual focus adjustments simply by turning the focusing ring, irrespective of the selected focusing mode. Linear Response Manual Focus (MF) provides a natural and responsive focus experience for precise manual control.

The lens incorporates a focus range limiter switch and preset focus functions, increasing focusing efficiency within a predefined range or instantly to a specific focusing point.

Optical SteadyShot image stabilization compensates for the effects of camera shake, enhancing the potential for sharp handheld shots.

For cameras with in-body image stabilization, 5-axis stabilization is available, offering robust support.

Three distinct stabilization modes cater to varying shooting scenarios: Mode 1 for general shooting, Mode 2 for panning shots, and Mode 3, which prioritizes accurate framing when capturing fast-moving subjects with erratic movements.

Remarkably Lightweight and Resilient Design

Weighing approximately 3.2 pounds without the tripod mount, this 300mm f/2.8 lens exhibits a genuinely lightweight structure, making it well-suited for handheld shooting. This feature is especially advantageous for photographers carrying multiple lenses and camera setups at events. In comparison to the FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS, this lens is approximately 50% lighter and 43% smaller.

The weight distribution is even across the 10.4-inch-long lens body, promoting a natural and fluid handling experience when shooting handheld or when mounted on a monopod or tripod. This design is rooted in the proven concepts from the FE 400mm f/2.8 and FE 600mm f/4 GM lenses.

The weather-sealed construction ensures protection against dust, dirt, and moisture.

The front element is coated with fluorine, rendering it resistant to dirt and fingerprints while making it easier to clean.

The lens’s internal components are constructed from lightweight yet robust magnesium alloy.

Increased mount strength guarantees rigidity to withstand professional use.

Four distinct focus hold buttons are customizable to fine-tune or activate a variety of settings, including Eye AF.

The rear of the lens features a drop-in filter slot compatible with 40.5mm round filters.

The rotating tripod collar features ball bearings for smooth transitions between horizontal and vertical shooting positions.

The lens is compatible with optional FE 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters to extend its reach.