Sony E 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS | APS-C, Zoom, Super

Sony E 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS | APS-C

Sony E 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS | APS-C, Zoom, Super Telephoto Lens (SEL70350G)


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SEL70350G

Exquisite detail from 70 to 350mm

Optimised optical and mechanical design offers outstanding 5x super-telephoto zoom performance for APS-C bodies (105-525mm equiv.). Impressive G Lens quality is maintained throughout the zoom range, right out to the image edges, with built-in optical image stabilisation.

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    Excellent sharpness and rendering at all settings

    Precision optical design for suppressed aberration and superior sharpness throughout the zoom range.

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    Blur-free imagery even at super-telephoto lengths

    Big 5x zoom offers 70–350mm (105–525mm equiv), which is an ideal range for a variety of subjects.

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    Impressive images with smooth, gorgeous bokeh

    A circular aperture mechanism enhances bokeh quality, combined with a narrow depth of field.

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    Superb image quality at any focal length

    One aspherical element and three ED (extra-low-dispersion) glass elements in a precision design.

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    Clear, blur-free images without a tripod

    Built-in optical image stabilisation makes it easier to capture crisp, blur-free imagery.

1G Lens quality 25x super-telephoto zoom3Gorgeous G Lens bokeh4Aspherical ED5OSS

Advanced configuration

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MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) detail chart

Reproduction of detail and contrast. [1] Contrast (%) [2] Distance from centre of lens (mm) [3] At 70mm/Max. aperture [4] At 70mm/F8 aperture [5] At 350mm/Max. aperture [6] At 350mm/F8 aperture [7] Spatial frequency [8] 10 line pairs/mm [9] 30 line pairs/mm [10] Radial [11] Tangential

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    High performance for scenery, wildlife and more.

    Sony’s XD technology in an APS-C lens for top-class AF performance that’s fast and precise.

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    Conveniently located focus hold button

    The button can be customised to allow assignment of other functions.

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    Zooms out only when you need it to

    Engaging the zoom lock switch prevents the lens extending under its own weight when carried.

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    Respond to changing shooting needs

    An AF/MF focus mode switch makes it easy to quickly switch between auto and manual focus.

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    Dust and moisture-resistant design

    A dust and moisture-resistant design provides the reliability for challenging outdoor conditions.

1XD LM2Versatile focus control3Zoom lock switch4Fast focus switching5DMR

Who is it for?

The E 70–350mm F4 is perfect for Sony APS-C camera owners who want to upgrade their lens for superior telephoto shooting of a variety of purposes and subjects, including travel, sports and events, as well as everyday scenes and pets.

What are its specifications?

Minimum focus distance = 1.1–1.5m (3.61–4.93ft). Maximum magnification ratio (X) = 0.23. Filter diameter (mm) = 67. Weight = 625g (22.1oz.).

What accessories does it come with?

A lens hood, front and rear caps, and soft carrying case.

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Item Dimensions 7.7 x 14.2 x 7.7cm 7.3 x 10 x 7.3cm 8.4 x 8.4 x 14.35cm 11 x 7.8 x 7.8cm
Max Aperture f4.5 – 6.3 f2.8 f4.5 – 5.6 f4
Min Aperture f22 – 32 f22 f22 – 29 f22
Max Focal Length 350mm 55mm 300mm 105mm
Min Focal Length 70mm 16mm 70mm 18mm
Filter Diameter 67mm 67mm 72mm 72mm
AFocus hold button

A conveniently located focus hold button that can also be customised via a camera menu that allows assignment of other functions, such as right/left eye selection, as required.

” data-position=”triggerHorizontal” />Shake compensation switch

Optical SteadyShot modes facilitate stabilisation for panned shots and optimal stabilisation for tracking and shooting dynamic, unpredictable sports action.

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Weight: 625 Grams
Dimensions: 7.7 x 14.2 x 7.7 centimetres
Brand: Sony
Model: SEL70350G.SYX
Part: SEL70350G.SYX
Dimensions: 7.7 x 14.2 x 7.7 centimetres

41 Responses

  1. Anonymous says:

     Germany

    Has replaced my longer and way heavier prime full frame lenses for occasions where there’s a lot of walking and carrying involved. Using it primarily on my Sony Alpha 6600 APS-C. Unbeatable combination of low weight and long focal length. Razorsharp at that.

  2. AndreaBurney says:

     Germany

    Ich habe bei Primetime zugeschlagen und ein tolles Originalobjektiv zu einem gnstigen Preis bekommen. Die Abbildungseigenschaften selbst unter schwierigsten Bedingungen – Aufnahmen von Modellflugzeugen im Kunstflug und der Formationsflug alter Junkers Maschinen aus der Hand, bei automatischer Einstellung – sind nicht nur berzeugend, sondern fast unglaublich. Das Objekt hat mich bisher voll berzeugt.

    Tolles Objektiv

  3. Anonymous says:

     Spai

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersBuen objetivo si buscas una variantes del 70-200 de G msters, es un objetivo que empieza desde lo 4,5 pero que la verdad tiene buen desenfoque la estabilizacin funciona a la perfeccin , y con el zoom al mximo no logro notar ninguna distorsin de la imagen. As que 10/10

  4. Anonymous says:

     Spai

    No siendo de lo ms luminoso en el rango focal, los resultados obtenidos son simplemente exquisitos! Sin nombrar las ventajas de que sea estabilizado, el peso, la velocidad de enfoque etc.

    Totalmente recomendable

  5. Anonymous says:

     France

    Premires impressions aprs quelques heures d’utilisation de cet objectif coupl un Alpha 6700.

    Ce tlobjectif est trs compact et lger, l’ensemble Alpha 6700 et objectif pse 1,2 kg pour une longueur totale de 210 260 mm (focale de 70 et 350m) longueur laquelle il faut rajouter les 40 mm du pare-soleil. Compte tenu de cette compacit, je le prends systmatiquement avec moi pour mes balades o je photographie des oiseaux, des insectes… chose que je ne fais pas avec des optiques plus lumineuses mais beaucoup plus encombrantes (plus de 2 kg pour l’optique seule) qui ncessitent l’emploi d’un trpied.

    Pour en revenir cet objectif, il n’est certes pas trs lumineux (f4,5-6,3) mais associ un boitier qui gre bien la monte en sensibilit plus sa bonne stabilisation je n’ai jamais t bloqu sur une prise de vue. La mise au point est trs rapide et sa stabilisation permet de l’utiliser main leve jusqu’au 1/30me sans problme, ce qui est remarquable pour une longueur focale de 105-525 mm en APS-C.

    Il fonctionne bien sr parfaitement avec mes “vieux” NEX 6 et 7, mais avec le logiciel d’IA de l’alpha 6700 on dispose d’un ensemble extraordinaire pour de la photo animalire avec un beau bokeh permettant d’isoler le sujet principal.

  6. Anonymous says:

     India

    I was dead set on buying Sigma 100-400 but seeing all reviews i ordered this lens (i use sony a6400). Fantastic lens with versatile usage. I am using mainly for street, landscape photography with a little bit of bird photography thrown into the mixture. Fast and reliable delivery too. 10/10 rating for the lens in this price.

  7. Anonymous says:

     Germany

    Habe es zurck geschickt weil ich es 150 Euro preiswerter entdeckt habe. Nun warte ich seit einer Woche auf mein Geld. Finde ich unseris.

  8. Dhara Singh says:

     Germany

    Golden Review Award: 24 From Our UsersFr mich hat sich der Kauf definitiv gelohnt.
    In Kombination mit einer Alpha 6400 bietet das Objektiv durch seine maximale Brennweite und den Crop Faktor einen tollen Einstieg in die Tierfotografie.
    Ein Vollformat Objektiv wrde im Vergleich ein vielfaches kosten.
    Da ich selber diese Rezessionen vor dem Kauf gelesen habe und dankbar fr jedes Beispielbild war, noch ein paar Bilder welche mit dem Objektiv gemacht wurden.

    Preisgünstiger Einstieg für z.B. Tierfotografie

  9. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Not removed it from my camera since arrival. Very sharp. Amazing range. Takes fantastic picture. Fun to use.

  10. Anonymous says:

     Germany

    Golden Review Award: 3 From Our UsersDuring the sunny days pictures look great. At the full 350mm a slightly washed out colour style appears. Which can be treated as artistic or an artefact. This lens is not great that great for dimmed light scenes, especially if moving objects included. However, overall it’s a great entry level lens to start with.

  11. Anonymous says:

     Spai

    Golden Review Award: 3 From Our UsersEl objetivo tiene un nivel de calidad ptica y de construccin superior al 55-210 y al 18-135, que son los otros telezoom que he probado en mi Sony a6400. Pero es importante tener en cuenta que su rango focal de 70-350 mm es muy largo, equivalente en 35mm a 105-525mm aproximadamente, lo cual hace de este zoom un objetivo excelente para deportes o fauna, pero quiz excesivamente largo para paisaje, retrato u otras especialidades. A su favor tiene un tamao compacto y muy manejable a mano, lo que unido a su estabilizador, permite prescindir del trpode en la mayora de situaciones.

  12. MagnoliLongwell says:

     Italy

    Le prime impressioni su questa ottica sono super positive. Ho letto prima dell’acquisto le caratteristiche di questa lente e quindi non posso lamentare (soprattutto per il prezzo di vendita) la scarsa luminosit, era in conto. In condizioni ottimali di luce posso scrivere per che la resa ottima, con nitidezza eccezionale e la stabilizzazione permette di scattare foto con soggetti anche molto lontani senza l’uso del treppiedi, come dimostrano le foto pubblicate. Assolutamente nessun problema con la messa a fuoco automatica e continua (ottica usata con Sony 6500) come invece letto in alcune recensioni. Soddisfatto quindi dell’acquisto che consiglio vivamente.

    Ottica zoom Sony

  13. Anonymous says:

     United States

    I did my homework and priced out several lenses that were comparable to this one. I almost pulled the trigger on a Sigma 100-400mm but saw the Sony 70-350mm was on sale and went with it instead. I ordered the Amazon Basics UV lens filter just before it arrived, for protection of my investment!
    The lens is excellent quality, feels hefty but not to the point where it’s too heavy to handle. It produces sharp photos on my a6000 camera thanks to the OSS feature that keeps it steady while you’re focusing on your subject.
    While it was a big investment for me, I think the lens was worth it and I’m very happy with the purchase. This lens will make you want to go out a take more photos!

  14. Anonymous says:

     Germany

    Golden Review Award: 9 From Our UsersIch habe das Objektiv bei Amazon fr 629 Euro erworben und finde den Preis nach wie vor ziemlich happig fr ein Telezoom im APS-C Bereich.
    Die gute Nachricht: das Objektiv ist sein Geld wirklich wert!

    Die Verarbeitung und das Handling des Objektivs sind wirklich erstklassig. Fokus, Zoom, alles luft smooth und ohne strende Gerusche. Der zustzliche Wetterschutz gibt mir auch bei schlechtem Wetter ein gutes Gefhl.

    Ich nutze das Objektiv an einer 6600 und muss schon sagen, der Bildstabi des Objektivs ist wirklich klasse. Nicht zu vergleichen mit dem internen Stabi der oben genannten Kamera…

    Dank des AF/MF Schalters und der zustzlich belegbaren Fokustaste kann man je nach Situation sehr schnell reagieren. Der Autofokus selbst ist ziemlich gut, jedoch muss ich auch fter mal auf den manuellen Fokus umspringen, gerade wenn viele Ebenen im Bild sind (siehe Schneeglckenfoto).

    Die Mglichkeiten, die sich einem mit solch einer Brennweitenspanne erffnen sind zahllos. Dieses Objektiv ist einfach ein sehr gut gebautes, kreatives Werkzeug und deswegen kann ich das 70-350 jedem empfehlen, der diesen Brennweitenbereich bisher noch nicht abgedeckt hat.

    Robust und zuverlässig

  15. Richard Trenholm says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Truly amazed at the performance for the actual size of lens.

  16. KarriZ35xi says:

     Italy

    Il SEL70350G e’ un obiettivo zoom APS-C, che quindi copre il range di focali full frame equivalenti a 105-525. Per questo range la sua luminosita’ e’ nella norma degli obiettivi di alta qualita’. La messa a fuoco e’ veloce e precisa tranne che a focali elevate in luce scarsa, condizioni in cui la messa a fuoco automatica puo’ oscillare intorno al valore esatto e si deve essere bravi per riuscire a bloccarla al punto giusto, operazione comunque non veloce. E’ molto difficile usare una focale 525mm a mano libera, ma se avete piena luce e siete bravi a tenere fermi macchina e obiettivo ci riuscite; in condizioni di luce media forse no. La qualita’ delle immagini e’ fantastica (a volte il colore del cielo, in luce bassa, e’ piu’ saturo del normale, ma se non piace si corregge in un attimo in Raw). Purtroppo, e’ un obiettivo non stabilizzato, ed e’ anche per questo che tolgo una stella. Quindi, se come me volete scattare a lunga focale foto di sport o di oggetti in movimento (uccelli, animali), oppure foto in luce scarsa, questo potrebbe non essere l’obiettivo adatto, non riuscirete ad avere sequenze a fuoco, ed infatti io l’ho restituito per passare a un 70-300 della stessa marca, piu’ pesante e costoso ma stabilizzato. Uso una macchina full format e posso passare, se voglio, in modalita’ APS-C, ed il 70-300 in questa modalita’ raggiunge 450 mm equivalenti: piu’ che sufficiente. Fra i due obiettivi la qualita’ delle immagini e’ di fatto identica tranne che per alcune immagini non a fuoco a causa della stabilizzazione, o della luce ambiente troppo scura al momento dello scatto; comunque, in luce scarsa anche il 70-300 oscilla un po’ nella ricerca della messa a fuoco automatica. Avevo comprato il 70-350 al prezzo di Black Friday scontato del 30% ed era un vero affare; purtroppo non posso permettermi di tenere due obiettivi dello stesso range focale, soprattutto perche’ ho anche un 70-200 Sony luminosissimo e costosissimo; ma questo obiettivo 70-350 e’ di qualita’ eccelsa e l’ho restituito a malincuore. Se usate una macchina APS-C e vi interessa uno zoom con range di focali molto ampio, questo e’ un obiettivo irrinunciabile. Vi permettera’ fruttuose uscite fotografiche di un giorno intero senza farvi venire dolori alla cervicale, e, se fotografate oggetti fissi (ad esempio, dettagli di edifici in foto di architettura) e sapete tenere ferma la macchina fotografica, vi dara’ risultati professionali anche a mano libera.

  17. Tom Mack says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Very happy with the results using this lens with a Sony a6000. It is my first mirrorless camera set up. Not too heavy which is what I wanted. Good zoom range.

  18. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Another lens added to the kit. Great and fast auto focus which has been good for fast moving objects

  19. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersGreat lens, so sharp and quality of images is just amazing! I use with my Sony A7iii (full frame) and I’m absolutely happy, quality pictures its still amazing! Highly recommended

  20. Audrea62Wfi says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 13 From Our UsersKey qualities about this lens:
    – Portability (under 600gr, and very compact dimensions for such a telephoto 105-525 FF equivalent) which makes it easy to bring this lens along on hikes, travel, in a simple messenger bag: “The best camera is the one you carry”
    – Amazing Image Quality, which completely satisfies consummate pro photographers !
    – Very good OSS, tremendous help at the long end
    – Affordability
    – E-mount

    A little bit of background which might resonate with a number of hobbyists and enthusiasts who may have found themselves in my situation, and maybe help them avoid making the ‘mistake’ I made.

    I got into photography at end of 2019 after a trip to Colombia where I realised the photos from my smartphone, GoPro and Osmo Pocket, were underwhelming compared to my friend’s dslr.
    At the time, as a total beginner, after learning the basics about the exposure triangle and watching countless Youtube reviews about cameras, I chose a Canon M50 instead of a Sony A6400. Key reasons: ergonomics, simple menus, touchscreen, brand reputation and price. After building up a decent lineup of lenses (11-22, 22, 18-150, the sigma trio) and even upgrading to the M6 mk ii, I really enjoyed my kit and took a lot of nice photos.
    But now that I caught the bug and really enjoy this hobby, I found myself wanting more and more reach for wildlife, sports and even for landscape and street photography. I also noticed that most of my photos were at the longer end. I went from taking more wide angle pictures, to better subject isolation and composition, as well as really appreciating the background compression longer focal lengths create. As a result, my 150mm max focal length was starting to show its limits. I also started to be disappointed with how soft the photos were compared to my sigma 56 f1.4.
    So I investigated for a while the various options for telephoto lenses, with non-negotiable criterias for my use case: price, portability and IQ. Unfortunately the choice for the ef-m mount just doesn’t exist, and won’t since Canon has now killed this very convenient and promising system. Adapting EF glass is impractical and defeats the purpose of owning and carrying a small compact apsc setup. I quickly realised I didn’t want to carry my sigma EF 18-35 f1.8 once I got the ef-m 16 f1.4. So adapting either the heavy and bulky sigma 100-400 or 150-600 was a no go.
    I therefore found myself realising I would need to look at other bodies and good lenses that would match them: after watching a lot of content, I landed on either going
    – Canon RF with the R10 + the excellent compact and light RF 100-400
    – or Sony with the a6400 (or ZV-e10) + this amazing 70-350

    After watching one of my favourite wildlife bird photographer notice some AF issues with the R7 and R10, and also knowing that I really wanted the sigma 18-50 f2.8 as my main mid-range lens, which only exists for the E-mount; I was already leaning Sony. Then Canon announced recently they were not going to let 3rd party lens manufacturers develop affordable good quality lenses for the RF mount. This sealed the deal for me.
    So here I am 3 years later, full circle. I would have saved myself quite a bit of money and frustration by getting that A6400 from the very beginning.

    My conclusion for any enthusiast getting into this hobby: it’s ALL about the lenses ! Ignore any fanboy/partisan brand debate except for the reliability of AF (which is really important indeed). Ignore any road map, rumours of lens release: only trust the ones already available on the market for your needs.

    And if your budget is under 1k and you want an excellent portable APS-C telephoto, there is essentially no competition with this 70-350. It’s the best in the market ! And since it’s an E-mount, it will mount perfectly on a full frame body in the future if I feel the need to. This lens is an absolute keeper.

    Here are a few jpegs straight out of camera with no edits.

    A must own for high IQ and portability at an affordable price for enthusiasts

  21. Anonymous says:

     Italy

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersConsegnata in modo preciso e puntuale da Amazon (sempre al TOP )
    Dopo qualche settimana di utilizzo posso esprimere le seguenti valutazioni del tutto personali e
    sulle quali ognuno trarr le proprie conclusioni.
    Porta in dote un’apertura del diaframma variabile che pu aprire:
    da 70mm a 82mm a f/4.5
    da 83mm a 113mm a f/5
    da 114mm a 199mm a f/5.6
    da 200mm a 350mm a f/6.3
    Per quel che riguarda la stabilizzazione ottica ( che Sony chiama OSS )
    mediamente si riesce a recuperare 3 o 4 stop senza difficolta; andare oltre porta il rischio di micromosso.
    La messa a fuoco si rivela essere rapida e precisa ed utilizza lo stesso motore
    in dote alle ottiche top di gamma GM ovvero il motore lineare XD (Extreme Dynamic)
    E resistente a polvere e umidita grazie a numerose guarnizioni presenti sui punti critici.
    Non e una vera tropicalizzazione ma quasi.
    A livello ottico la resa e uniforme da bordo a bordo e nitido gi a tutta apertura.
    Ottimi i colori ed il micro contrasto, mentre lo sfocato risulta morbido e piacevole sopra i 135mm
    mentre al di sotto per via dell’apertura e si piacevole ma poco pronunciato.
    Le aberrazioni cromatiche sono quasi totalmente assenti.
    Nell’insieme la si pu considerare un ottica di pregevole fattura, compatta , leggera, ben costruita.
    Le prestazioni ottiche e la resa colorimetrica sono di alto livello ed e per questo che la consiglio.

    Ottimo Tele

  22. MonteAcevedo says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 3 From Our UsersThis lens is so much fun, pleasant to touch and very straightforward to use, no to minimal post-processing is required, very sharp throughout. I bought it for RIAT (where it did well, considering a novice user), but I’ve found it useful for animals, bigger sky objects and portraits (if you stand far enough from the subject) .

    Coming from smaller bodies, I was a bit worried of its size and weight, but it turned out to be noticeable but quite ergonomic overall.

    A joy to use

  23. lasvegasnvblog says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Auto focus is great. Image stabilisation do the job and you definitely need it, especially with zoom lens. Great quality of the photos. Sharp and nice colours.

  24. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    I previously had a long telephoto lens but when handheld always got blurring. This lens stabiliser works really well and produces nice in focus shots. Focus ring is quite stiff

  25. CortezRimmer says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    A long lens was until now the only gap in my Sony system, and for a while I had my eye on one, notably this. When it came up on a lightning deal I couldn’t delay any longer and took the plunge then and there and haven’t looked back since.

    My 18-105mm has served me well as a walk around lens with an okay range, but it was limiting in situations like wildlife and sports particularly. I wanted a “proper” zoom and this is it, and with the APS-C sensor on the a6600 you’re effectively getting 105-475mm, which is a bonus.

    It’s nicely made, though heavy, and comes with a good sized hood and on-lens focus options and a focus hold. The zooming ring is quite a heavy turn I’ve found, though I’m used to it now.

    I’ve taken it out enough times now to get a good feel for performance and I’m impressed. Yes, a slow aperture is never ideal, but the bokeh when I choose that kind of shot is nice and you just have to get used to the lighting situations where it’s performance will drop. I’ve found the sharpness to be very good from corner to corner and the stabilisation is a dream — where when zoomed to the max there’s a huge difference when you slightly depress the shutter and witness the smoothness.

    The autofocus hasn’t let me down either and I find the lens responds better than the 18-105. I’m getting much fewer out of focus images of birds for instance than I was getting with the 105. The bird photo I’ve uploaded here wasn’t in great light at all but I was impressed with the results, even with it being my first time shooting at that length with subjects that quick!

    I was worried what the quality at 350mm was going to be like, but I’m impressed. With good lighting conditions it’s excellent I’d say and there’s even room to crop in further when processing. Overall I’m really pleased I took the plunge and bought this, as it completes the hole in my lens range and it performs for me brilliantly.

    An impressive long lens

  26. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Thankfully the only Sony APS-C long zoom lens is a good one.

  27. yaconsyruphelica says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    What can I say..amazing len brings image to real life..sony you have to be the best by far love all your equipment..

  28. Roland Hutchinson says:

     United Kingdom

    I use this lens mainly for wildlife with great results!

  29. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    I’ve had a lot of fun with this lens so far. The zooms lets you capture the detail of birds and animals. The image is sharp. The only downside is that you need good light as it doesn’t let in a lot of light.
    Also wait for a good, every so often the price drops a lot on Amazo

    Amazing

  30. Alex Apatoff says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Only problem is needs good light got best result, but modern processing can deal with exposure noise much better so less of problem than used to be. Old camera/lense was a 2.8 but soo much more weight I would go back from this lenses and a6400.

  31. winfredeeou101 says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Purchased to take my skills further and after having this for a week now I’ve found it has exceeded my expectations. The steady shot is great and comes in very handy when shooting hand held. Plans to take this out for a full day on a mountain, so see how it gets on. Delivery was super quick, secure and came well packaged. Ordered at 8 o’clock in the evening and it arrived mid afternoon the following day. Some deliveries take longer with where I live, so I was impressed with the the speed I got this. Highly recommended.

    A great lens.

  32. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Sharp pine needles at 300 paces!

    I have not used this a huge amount yet but when I have used it for wildlife on the river it has produced some lovely sharp shots with lots of contrast.

    For me as an amateur, even at this price (610 inc discount) it seems well worth it. Happy.

  33. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 4 From Our UsersOrdered this for my Sony a6400 and there’s no doubt it’s a sharp lens and very compact too. But unfortunately, even at 350mm (x1.5 due to crop sensor) not suitable for my intended use of capturing birds in the wild. I have had to move up to a Sony 200-600mm which is a much larger/heavier and more expensive lens, but for wild birds it’s far superior and probably your best bet.

  34. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    After hours of research looking for a reliable autofocus zoom lens I decided to try my luck with this lens and I have to say it’s really shocked me with how amazing it is, I’ve gone from having to manually focus for action shots to now using auto focus and nailing 9/10 shots it’s a must have for apsc cameras.

    A must have for apsc cameras

  35. JaneChippindall says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 11 From Our UsersIm no photo expert and very much learning everything from scratch again. This lens massively exceeded my expectations when using with A6600, its phenomenal value for money. At full 350mm, i wasnt expecting to get the fast auto focus i was getting and even able to make some fast shutter shots like this parakeet in motion. I also tried with thr A7Ac full frame and would perhaps even say if you can live with the cropped 10MP output, it could be a more affordable option for Full Frame users too for some fast action shots with some reach.

    Worked a dream with A6600

  36. Real Run Reviewers says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersExcellent reach, quick autofocus and compact for the focal length.

    Although ultimately this is an outdoors lens designed for daylight, and not for even or night. So bokeh isn’t something you will appreciate with this lens, but the reach is excellent.

    The button on the lens to hold focus is a nice touch, but I never use it.

  37. JesseMcCorkinda says:

     Italy

    Golden Review Award: 40 From Our UsersIl Sony 70-350mm G l’ultima aggiunta al parco obiettivi della mia Sony Alpha 6600, e per quanto l’abbia utilizzato ancora poco a causa degli impegni di lavoro, posso gi dire senza ombra di dubbio che insieme al Sony Zeiss 16-70mm, che ancora non ho recensito per le stesse ragioni (lavoro e pandemia), la migliore ottica che ho avuto modo di provare finora sulla mia mirrorless.

    Caratteristiche fisiche:
    L’obiettivo compatto e leggero (molto pi leggero rispetto al Canon 70-300mm non stabilizzato che usavo con la Eos 400D), ma soprattutto un obiettivo Sony della serie Gold, quindi un’ottica professionale con eccellenti caratteristiche di resistenza alla polvere e all’umidit. Lo schema ottico ottimizzato per le mirrorless, inoltre, lo rende meno ingombrante anche in estensione quando viene impostato alla massima lunghezza focale.
    L’obiettivo stabilizzato ma a differenza delle ottiche standard Sony, che ne sono prive, dotato di interruttore per disabilitare l’OSS nel caso in cui ci si voglia avvalere della stabilizzazione a 5 assi (per coloro che lo usano con le a6500 e a6600), o per quando si fotografa su treppiede; l’interruttore dell’OSS posto subito sotto quello del selettore AF-MF.
    La ghiera per la messa a fuoco manuale in posizione arretrata, quindi pi comoda da usare, e in prossimit della ghiera di estensione delle focali si trova anche il pulsante di blocco, molto utile per evitare l’estensione accidentale delle lenti durante il trasporto o quando la fotocamera non viene usata ma a tracolla, e il peso la fa rivolgere verso il basso. Il pulsante di blocco pu essere usato soltanto quando la ghiera delle lunghezze focali impostata sulla distanza minima, ovviamente, e cio sui 70 millimetri.
    Sulla parte laterale sinistra, quindi facilmente accessibile con il pollice, presente il comodo pulsante per il blocco della messa a fuoco, anche se da quel poco che ho potuto vedere durante i primi test una modalit funzionale soltanto in determinate condizioni ma sempre molto gradita su un obiettivo di categoria professionale, soprattutto dal momento che possibile personalizzare ulteriormente la sua funzione impostando precisi parametri di messa a fuoco.
    Tra le caratteristiche fisiche distintive del SEL 70-350mm G c’ anche la messa a fuoco silenziosa, oltre che rapida, l’unico suono che sentirete mai uscire da questo obiettivo il sibilo a stento percettibile che produce quando si cambia l’estensione focale.
    A questo punto posso concludere la parte “materiale” della recensione confermando che la confezione include il tappo protettivo anteriore, quello posteriore e il paraluce, ma non la custodia a sacchetto (e considerato il costo non penso che alla Sony avrebbe fatto male mettercelo).

    Prestazioni:
    Come ho accennato all’inizio, non ho ancora avuto modo di provare quest’obiettivo fino in fondo, anzi diciamo che non mi ci sono “divertito” come vorrei (e lo stesso vale per il Sony Zeiss 16-70mm); ma ho allegato alcune foto che sono pi che adeguate per testimoniare le qualit di quest’ottica. Tutte le foto allegate, tranne due, sono state scattate alla massima estensione focale.
    Le foto marcate con la scritta 70mm e 350mm servono soprattutto per dare una chiara idea dell’angolo di campo effettivo di quest’obiettivo, che essendo progettato per le mirrorless con sensore APS-C equivalente a quello di un obiettivo 105-525mm in formato 35mm; da queste due foto si pu apprezzare anche la resa dei colori e la qualit delle immagini in piena luce.
    Da tutte le altre, invece, si pu notare come l’ottica mantenga un’ottima nitidezza anche alla massima estensione focale, con solo una perdita soltanto marginale e pi accentuata verso i bordi. Lo stesso discorso vale per la vignettatura, che si produce alla massima lunghezza focale, e per la distorsione ai margini, alla minima lunghezza, entrambe ridotte al minimo.
    In una delle foto della Luna, inoltre, ho volutamente evitato di rimuovere il rumore cromatico, per dare modo di verificare come l’aberrazione cromatica sia appena accennata e percettibile soltanto in condizioni di altissimo contrasto (in ogni caso pu essere facilmente rimossa dal file ARW con il programma Sony Edit).

    Punti critici:
    La luminosit potrebbe (forse) rappresentare l’unico punto critico per questo teleobiettivo, specialmente considerando che si tratta di un’ottica Sony G, di conseguenza l’apertura da f/4,0 a f/6,3 potrebbe apparire penalizzante.
    In questo caso bisogna sottolineare che il 70-350mm G, pur essendo un obiettivo professionale, un’ottica ottimizzata per le mirrorless Sony con sensore APS-C, e che per avere prestazioni superiori bisogna spendere almeno il triplo per un obiettivo G Master, ottimizzato per le fotocamere con sensore Full Frame.
    L’unico “limite” del 70-350mm G, quindi, quello di dover “lavorare” con i sensori APS-C; anche cos, per, se diamo un’occhiata agli altri obiettivi Sony disponibili per questa categoria di sensore, in termini di apertura massima del diaframma il 70-350mm battuto soltanto dalle ottiche standard con lunghezze focali non superiori ai 135mm (com’ naturale che sia del resto) e dagli obiettivi Zeiss (e qui non serve nemmeno stare a precisare il perch).
    Gi il teleobiettivo standard Sony 55-210mm E (anche questo acquistato per la mia Sony a6600 e ancora da recensire), nonostante abbia un range di lunghezze focali inferiori, ha un’apertura massima del diaframma di f/4,5 ed meno luminoso rispetto al 70-350mm G, che un’estensione focale pi elevata.

    Conclusioni:
    Ovviamente non si pu pretendere di paragonare un obiettivo della serie Gold con le ottiche standard, il 70-350mm G nettamente superiore sia per quanto riguarda la qualit delle lenti e la tecnologia sia per la resa e le prestazioni; io l’ho fatto soltanto per far capire a coloro che sono meno informati, a livello generale, che il prezzo di un obiettivo va sempre di pari passo con la sua categoria di appartenenza e con le prestazioni, soprattutto quando si parla di ottiche originali e non di obiettivi compatibili prodotti da terze parti.
    Il 70-350mm G a dir poco eccezionale, soprattutto se consideriamo il fatto che si tratta di un’ottica progettata appositamente per le mirrorless Sony con sensore APS-C, quindi di categoria amatoriale.
    Nulla vi impedisce di adoperarlo sulle mirrorless Sony mid-range, come la a6000, a6300 e a6400, o addirittura sulle entry level a5000 e a5100, ma in questo caso non aspettatevi di poter sfruttare fino in fondo le sue reali potenzialit.
    Il 70-350mm G un teleobiettivo con prestazioni professionali, ma se volete che dia il meglio di s dovete adoperarlo per forza con una mirrorless Sony APS-C di classe avanzata, quindi la a6500, o meglio ancora la pi recente a6600, dal momento che sono le uniche fotocamere amatoriali a offrire prestazioni di livello semi-professionale.
    Entrambi i modelli sono dotati di stabilizzatore a 5 assi, hanno un ampio range di compensazione EV, una gamma di sensibilit ISO nettamente superiore e un tetto di prestazioni nella regolazione dei parametri di scatto che analogo a quello delle fotocamere mirrorless professionali a7 entry level di prima, seconda e terza generazione; ma sono purtroppo limitate alla categoria amatoriale a causa delle dimensioni del sensore, che in formato APS-C.

    Ottica professionale, consigliata per le mirrorless semi-professionali Sony a6500 e Sony a6600

  38. SheilaNYYndqe says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersI use it with a6500 and it works incredibly well!
    The only downside is the slow aperture. but you can’t really complain at this price!

  39. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 3 From Our UsersThis is a fantastic telephoto zoom which we bought to use with our A6400. It is almost unbelievably light weight – not tiring at at all to carry around for hours, and light enough to avoid blur at low light when taking handheld photos – the image stabilisation in the lens no doubt helps a lot too.

    We are delighted with the images across the zoom range – even when at full reach which is 525mm equivalent on an APS-C 6000 Sony range. In very low light the autofocus can be a little challenging – there is a tendency to hunt a little when it is in late twilight or indoors in low light, but the close focus capacity, the light weight, and the incredible sharpness across the focal range is fantastic. We are really delighted with this superb lens.

    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic lightweight telephoto zoom for Sony APS-C

  40. AnneBivins says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 6 From Our UsersHaving read all the reviews I could find, I decided to part with the cash. Very pleased with the lense and it lives up to the reviews when used with a Sony a6400.

  41. MelanieRigsby says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 8 From Our UsersUsed this lens on the river Humber, and took photos of ships over a mile away on full zoom, and I am delighted with the results. Recomend.