These are CRAZY GOOD lenses: Sony 600mm f/4 & 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3

What's special about the Sony 200-600mm? Well, when it comes to versatility, it's hard to argue with the appeal of a zoom lens. It's perhaps especially so when you get into the realm of supertelephoto lenses, which are often big, heavy, and usually very expensive. So, for photographers wanting to capture sports, wildlife, birds and other far-off subject matter, having a single lens that can "do it all" is an appealing concept.

In the Sony camp, they already offer a classic 100-400mm full-frame zoom, which is already quite a versatile, high-quality zoom, but for those who want or need more reach, the new FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS zoom lens is a very tempting option.

Although the full-frame Sony Alpha system has been around for a few years now, it's still a fairly new system in the grand scheme of things compared to other full-frame camera manufacturers. As such, Sony has been steadily filling out its FE-mount lens lineup over the years, and now offers an extremely versatile range of lenses across the focal length spectrum.

However, one of Sony's more recent areas of focus has been to address its lack of pro-grade supertelephoto lenses. Last year, Sony introduced their first such lens, the FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS. A classic, sports-centric telephoto prime, the FE 400mm f/2.8 lens is a must-have for serious and professional sports photographers. Sony has now followed up its 400mm pro prime with yet another supertelephoto offering, the FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS. Much like its 400mm f/2.8 GM sibling, the FE 600mm f/4 lens utilizes a very similar design and construction, making it extremely lightweight, balanced and shockingly easy to use handheld. And, according to Sony, this particular lens has been the most requested lens from professional photographers. Much like a 400mm f/2.8 lens, a 600mm f/4 is another must-have lens for any camera and lens manufacturer catering to professional photographers.

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[jeffmiller]

Nice review. Most reviewers are giving higher (I think) marks for the 200-600 than many expected. That lens should do very well. Thanks for taking the time to review both.

[NewsMoto]

I like your review. Keep up the hard work!

[jeffluo]

One of the best review among many similar ones.

[Noealz]

waking up to seeing this lens everywhere - how did that thing even make it through the mail without getting destroyed - its massive

[jbleaman]

yes - How about a comparison between the Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM w/1.4 TC and this 200-600mm. Obviously the aperture is a bit different but wondering about IQ, focus speed and accuracy etc.

[podupuis]

Keep my Sony 100-400gm or sell it... how sharp is the 100-400gm compared to the 200-600mm?

[jonathanhansen]

Okay, let me go sell my car and take out a bank loan so I can get the 600 f/4.

[mariostelzner]

HOW MANY PICTURES DO YOU NEED TO SELL TO RECOUP $13, 000, 000 FOR A FREAKING LENS?

AHAHAHA LOL