This is the world's first 0.5x semi-macro zoom lens.

This lens, developed by Sony, is the world's first zoom lens with 0.5x semi-macro shooting capability.

Sony has just launched the FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II telephoto lens (code name SEL70200G2). This is the latest product in Sony's lens range with focal lengths from 70mm to 200mm and maximum aperture of F4, compatible with the 35mm α (Alpha) E-mount E-mount line.

FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II has 0.5x zoom capability.

Besides autofocus (AF), the FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II is also the world's first zoom lens to provide semi-macro shooting with a maximum zoom of 0.5x. Additionally, with the Teleconverter lens (sold separately), users can take telephoto shots up to 400mm (equivalent to 600mm when used with an APS-C camera) and take macro shots with 1:1 magnification. true size throughout the entire zoom range.

With a total length of 149mm and weight of about 794g (excluding tripod mount), Sony's new lens line is introduced by the company as suitable for performing a variety of sports, landscape, and wild bird photography. and especially macro photography, ...

Sony lenses support focus shifting (sold separately). With super telephoto capabilities up to 400mm4, users can capture distant subjects at a larger size, along with background bokeh effects. When adding the SEL20TC, users can take close-up photos at a ratio of up to 1:1.

Sony's XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motor increases autofocus speed by up to 20%. When combined with the α1 body, users can shoot continuously at up to 30 frames per second.

In addition, Sony has added a new SteadyShot MODE3 setting to optimize the camera shake adjustment algorithm, helping to stabilize the frame when shooting moving subjects. By combining with a compatible camera body, it can stabilize frames and record movies at high frame rates.

In addition to the focus range limiter and full-time DMF switch that supports instant switching from AF to MF (manual focus), the product box also comes with a detachable tripod mount, which helps provide stability. when taking super-telephoto photos as well as macro photography.

Finally, the front lens of the FE 70-200MM F4 Macro G OSS II has a fluorine coating that helps remove fingerprints, dust, oil and other contaminants from the lens surface. This lens has a dust and moisture resistant construction.