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Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II A Mount Review

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II

Main Features

  • 70-200mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 1,500g / 3.30 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 87mm x 197mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 1.2m
  • Max Magnification: 0.21x
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Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II Overview


Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Telephoto Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with A Mount cameras.

Sony replaced the older Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II vs Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G


What type of photography is the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeGood
SportsGood
PortraitAverage
TravelFair
StreetFair
WeddingAverage
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingPoor
LandscapeAverage
MacroFair

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Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F2.8 Di LD IF MACRO Lens Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F2.8 Di LD IF MACRO
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35mm FF 1330gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Distance Scale
DoF(Depth of Field) Scale
Hood supplied
Tripod Collar
Full-time Manual Focusing
Internal Focusing
Fast Aperture at Wide end
Fast Aperture at Tele end
Constant f2.8 aperture throughout the range
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
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CONs
Heavy
Pricey


Lens Mount

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is compatible with cameras that have a Sony Alpha lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony Alpha lenses are Sony A99 II, Sony A68 and Sony A77 II.


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Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II has a maximum diameter of 87mm and total length of 197mm. It weighs 1500g / 52.9 oz.

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II has a filter thread of 77mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II:

  • 77mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 77mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 77mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II has a focal range of 70-200mm and 2.9X zoom ratio. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 105 - 300mm.



Weather Sealings

The Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Sony A99 II, Sony A77 II and Sony A99.

Optical Image Stabilization

The Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Tripod Collar

With a total length of 197mm and a weight of 1500g, the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is a large lens. Fortunately, it comes with a tripod collar which you can use to attach the lens directly to a tripod or monopod instead of attaching the camera. This connection helps to better balance the lens/kit combination.

Zoom Method

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II features Rotary (internal) zoom method where the length of the lens doesn't change while you are zooming in or out. Even though this design has a size disadvantage in general compared to extending designs, it has the benefits of better sealing against dust and moisture, no zoom creep and no weight balance shift while zooming.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.21x and has a minimum focusing distance of 1.2m.

Below are the 3 Telephoto Zoom type Sony Alpha mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG: 0.5x - (Compare)
  • Tamron 70-200mm f2.8 LD: 0.32x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is a fixed aperture lens with a constant max aperture of f2.8 from 70mm all the way to the 200mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
70mm F2.8 F32
200mm F2.8 F32

Optical Formula

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II's optical formula consists of 19 elements in 16 groups . Special elements used in this design is 4 ED glass elements.

Lens Hood

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is ALC-SH120.

Body Colour

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II is available in Grey and Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II amongst Camera Decision readers.

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Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II Alternatives in Sony Alpha Mount
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35mm FF 1470 g / 3.23 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 50-200mm F4-5.6 DC OS HSM Lens Sigma 50-200mm F4-5.6 DC OS HSM
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Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sony
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Sony Alpha
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 70-200mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Grey and Black
Zoom Method Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 2.9X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.8
Min Aperture F32.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 19
Optical Groups 16
Special Elements 4 ED glass elements

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 1.2m
Max Magnification 0.21X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale Yes
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 1500g
Diameter 87mm
Length 197mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 77mm
Filter Notes Does not rotate on focus
Hood Supplied Yes
Hood Code ALC-SH120
Tripod Collar Yes
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