Sony Boosts Telephoto Stabilization via New Firmware Updates
Sony recently surprised me with firmware updates for three of its well-regarded telephoto lenses: the FE 600mm F4 GM OSS , Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS, and the FE 200-600 F5.6-6.3 G OSS. These updates are designed to increase the effectiveness of image stabilization when the lenses are paired with a camera's in-body image stabilization (IBIS).
Sony FE 600mm F4 GM vs Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM vs Sony FE 200-600 F5.6-6.3
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The 200-600mm was my first serious supertelephoto lens (Read my real-life review). Although it gets much less use now that I have added the FE 600mm F4 GM, FE 300mm f2.8 GM OSS, and the FE 400-800mm F6.3-8.0 G OSS to my kit, it remains a highly capable piece of glass. While the 600mm is likely the best lens I have ever owned from an optical standpoint, its image stabilization has sometimes left something to be desired, especially when shooting video. This issue is likely even more pronounced on the 400mm given its age. Because of these factors, these firmware improvements are a very welcome change for users who rely on these focal lengths.
Also read: Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM Preview: Better Everyday Pick Than the 600mm F4
You can download the firmware updates and find specific details on the official support pages below:
Sony FE 600mm F4 GM vs Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM vs Sony FE 200-600 F5.6-6.3 Specs and Feature Comparison
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