CameraDecision
  • CAMERAS
    • All Cameras
    • Cameras by Brand
      • Sony Cameras
      • Canon Cameras
      • Nikon Cameras
      • Pentax Cameras
      • Fujifilm Cameras
      • Olympus Cameras
      • Panasonic Cameras
      • Leica Cameras
      • Samsung Cameras
    • Cameras by Body Type
      • Mirrorless Cameras
      • DSLR Cameras
      • Compact Cameras
      • Bridge Cameras
      • Waterproof Cameras
    • Cameras by Lens Mount
      • Sony E Mount Cameras
      • Canon RF Mount Cameras
      • Nikon Z Mount Cameras
      • Micro Four Thirds Mount Cameras
      • Fujifilm X Mount Cameras
      • Leica L Mount Cameras
      • Nikon F Mount Cameras
      • Canon EF Mount Cameras
      • Canon EF M Mount Cameras
      • Canon EF S Mount Cameras
      • Pentax KAF Mount Cameras
      • Sony Alpha Mount Cameras
      • Fujifilm G Mount Cameras
      • Sigma SA Mount Cameras
      • Nikon 1 Mount Cameras
  • LENSES
    • All Lenses
    • Lenses by Mount
      • Sony E Mount Lenses
      • Canon RF Mount Lenses
      • Nikon Z Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF M Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF S Mount Lenses
      • Nikon F Mount Lenses
      • Fujifilm X Mount Lenses
      • Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses
      • Leica L Mount Lenses
      • Pentax KAF Mount Lenses
      • Fujifilm G Mount Lenses
      • Sigma SA Mount Lenses
      • Sony Alpha Mount Lenses
    • Teleconverters
    • Cinema Lenses
      • Sony E Mount Cine Lenses
      • Canon RF Mount Cine Lenses
      • Nikon Z Mount Cine Lenses
      • Canon EF Mount Cine Lenses
      • Nikon F Mount Cine Lenses
      • ARRI PL Mount Cine Lenses
      • Fujifilm X Mount Cine Lenses
      • Micro Four Thirds Mount Cine Lenses
      • Leica L Mount Cine Lenses
  • TOOLS
    • Cameras
      • Smart Find
      • 1-on-1 Comparison
    • Lenses
      • Smart Find
      • 1-on-1 Comparison
  • BLOG

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS E Mount Review

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS

Main Features

  • 90mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 602g / 1.32 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 79mm x 131mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.28m
  • Max Magnification: 0.92x
CHECK PRICE
CHECK PRICE
Compare To
x
Add a Lens for comparison

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Overview


Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Macro Prime lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with E Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeFair
SportsFair
PortraitGood
TravelAverage
StreetAverage
WeddingGood
Walk AroundFair
VloggingFair
LandscapeAverage
MacroVery Good

Lenses in Sony E Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C Lens Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C
Compare
35mm FF 295gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS 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
Full-time Manual Focusing
Focus Distance Limiter
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
High Max Magnification ratio of 0.92x
Minimum focus distance of 0.28m / 11.0 inch
Report a correction

Buy Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS from Amazon or B&H PHOTO


CONs
Pricey


Lens Mount

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS is compatible with cameras that have a Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A7C Mark II, Sony A7CR and Sony A6700.

Sony A7C Mark II with Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens Size
Sony A7C Mark II with the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens
Sony A7CR with Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens Size
Sony A7CR with the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens
Sony A6700 with Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens Size
Sony A6700 with the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS has a maximum diameter of 79mm and total length of 131mm. It weighs 602g / 21.2 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS and Venus 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro (Sony E mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS vs Venus 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS and the Venus 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro Size and Weight

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS has a filter thread of 62mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS:

  • 62mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 62mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 62mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS has a fixed focal length of 90mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 135mm.



Weather Sealings

The Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS 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 FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Sony A7C Mark II, Sony A7CR and Sony A6700.

Optical Image Stabilization

The Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS MTF Charts

Below you can find the MTF chart of Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS which would give an idea of the its contrast and resolution from the center to its edges.


https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Sony-FE-90mm-F2.8-Macro-G-OSS-mtf-chart-1.jpg
MTF Chart of the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS

https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Sony-FE-90mm-F2.8-Macro-G-OSS-focus-mechanism.jpg
Focusing Mechanism of the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.92x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.28m. For a non-macro lens, the 0.92x is considered a high magnification and will come handy for close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Macro Prime type Sony E mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Venus 25mm F2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro: 5x - (Compare)
  • Laowa 85mm f5.6 2x Macro: 2x - (Compare)
  • Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe: 2x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS has a max aperture of F2.8 and a minimum aperture of F22.0.

Optical Formula

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS's optical formula consists of 15 elements in 11 groups .

https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Sony-FE-90mm-F2.8-Macro-G-OSS-optical-structure.jpg
Optical Construction of the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS

Body Colour

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Venus Laowa 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens Venus Laowa 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO
Compare
35mm FF 638 g / 1.40 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens Sony FE 85mm F1.8
Compare
35mm FF 371 g / 0.82 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM OSS Lens Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM OSS
Compare
35mm FF 700 g / 1.54 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM Lens Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM
Compare
35mm FF 820 g / 1.80 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 50mm F2.8 Macro Lens Sony FE 50mm F2.8 Macro
Compare
35mm FF 236 g / 0.52 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Compare
35mm FF 630 g / 1.39 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
Compare
35mm FF 1,645 g / 3.62 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro Lens Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro
Compare
35mm FF 460 g / 1.01 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Alternatives in Sony E Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens Sony FE 85mm F1.8
Compare
35mm FF 371 g / 0.82 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM OSS Lens Sony FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM OSS
Compare
35mm FF 700 g / 1.54 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM Lens Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM
Compare
35mm FF 820 g / 1.80 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 Lens Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4
Compare
35mm FF 594 g / 1.31 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 100mm F2.8 Macro Lens Samyang 100mm F2.8 Macro
Compare
35mm FF 720 g / 1.58 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Laowa 85mm f5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens Laowa 85mm f5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO
Compare
35mm FF 291 g / 0.64 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF Lens Samyang 85mm F1.4 Aspherical IF
Compare
35mm FF 539 g / 1.19 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina Firin 100mm F2.8 FE Macro Lens Tokina Firin 100mm F2.8 FE Macro
Compare
35mm FF 570 g / 1.25 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE Lens Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE
Compare
35mm FF 568 g / 1.25 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina atx-m 85mm F1.8 FE Lens Tokina atx-m 85mm F1.8 FE
Compare
35mm FF 645 g / 1.42 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 Lens Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2
Compare
35mm FF 548 g / 1.21 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE Lens Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE
Compare
35mm FF 230 g / 0.51 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Compare
35mm FF 630 g / 1.39 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Viltrox 75mm f1.2 AF Lens Viltrox 75mm f1.2 AF
Compare
APS-C / DX 670 g / 1.47 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 FE II Lens Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 FE II
Compare
35mm FF 484 g / 1.06 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN Lens Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN
Compare
35mm FF 405 g / 0.89 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro Art Lens Sigma 70mm F2.8 DG Macro Art
Compare
35mm FF 515 g / 1.13 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
Compare
35mm FF 1645 g / 3.62 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 Lens Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8
Compare
35mm FF 475 g / 1.05 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C Lens Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN C
Compare
35mm FF 295 g / 0.65 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Rokinon 85mm F1.8 Lens Rokinon 85mm F1.8
Compare
APS-C / DX 344 g / 0.76 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Venus Laowa 105mm F2 Smooth Trans Focus Lens Venus Laowa 105mm F2 Smooth Trans Focus
Compare
35mm FF 745 g / 1.64 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS Lens Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS
Compare
APS-C / DX 344 g / 0.76 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Venus Laowa 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens Venus Laowa 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO
Compare
35mm FF 638 g / 1.40 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo

Related Blog Posts

Tamron 17-50mm f/4 Di III VXD Lens Available for Pre-Order. And Yes, It is a Full-frame Lens
Fujifilm GF 110mm F5.6 T/S, 30mm F5.6 T/S and 55mm F1.7 Lenses: Medium Format comes with a Price tag
Panasonic Releases Updated 100-400mm and 35-100mm Lenses for MFT Cameras
New Lens Roadmap Released for Fujifilm G Mount
Sigma 100-400mm DG DN and 23mm F1.4 DC DN lenses released for Fujifilm X-mount
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Mark II vs I Size and Specs Comparison
Tamron 17-50mm f4 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E-Mount under Development
Panasonic released new S series Lens Roadmap for the L Mount

Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sony
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Macro Prime
Lens Mount Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 90mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.8
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 15
Optical Groups 11

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.28m
Max Magnification 0.92X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Piezoelectric
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Focus Distance Limiter Yes
Distance Scale Yes
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 602g
Diameter 79mm
Length 131mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 62mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Code ALC-SH138
Tripod Collar No
Report a Correction
Frequently Asked Questions about Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS
is the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS a Weather-sealed lens?
What is the Minimum Focusing Distance of Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS
is the Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS an Autofocus (AF) lens?
What is the Filter Thread Size of Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS
Does Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS have Image Stabilization?
Does Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS have Aperture Ring?
What is the Maximum Magnification Ratio of Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS


FOLLOW US


Latest Sony E Lenses
Tamron 17-50mm f4 Di III VXD
Tamron 17-50mm f4 Di III VXD
Sony E | F4.0 Wideangle Zoom
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II
Sony E | F2.8 Wideangle Zoom
Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II
Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II
Sony E | F4.0 Telephoto Zoom
Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 FE II
Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 FE II
Sony E | F1.8 Telephoto Prime
Viltrox 75mm f1.2 AF
Viltrox 75mm f1.2 AF
Sony E | F1.2 Telephoto Prime
Viltrox AF 16mm f1.8 FE
Viltrox AF 16mm f1.8 FE
Sony E | F1.8 Wideangle Prime
Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN
Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN
Sony E | F1.4 Wideangle Prime
Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE
Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 FE
Sony E | F2-2.8 Telephoto Zoom
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C
Sigma 50mm F2 DG DN C
Sony E | F2.0 Standard Prime
Sigma 17mm F4 DG DN C
Sigma 17mm F4 DG DN C
Sony E | F4.0 Wideangle Prime
Latest Compatible Cameras
Sony A7C Mark II
Sony A7C Mark II
33 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Sony A7CR
Sony A7CR
60 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Sony A6700
Sony A6700
26 MP | APS-C BSI-CMOS
Sony ZV-E1
Sony ZV-E1
12 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Sony A7R V
Sony A7R V
61 MP | Full frame BSI-CMOS
Copyright © 2023 by CameraDecision
Privacy About Contact Us SpeakerDecision LaptopDecision

Report a Correction