Sony FE 400-800mm F/6.3-8 G OSS Lens
In The Box
- Sony FE 400-800mm F/6.3-8 G OSS Lens
- Lens Hood
- Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Lens Strap
Sony FE 400-800mm F/6.3-8 G OSS Lens
The Sony FE 400-800 mm F6.3-8 G OSS (SEL400800G) is Sony’s first super-telephoto zoom G lens for E-mount, offering an incredibly long reach — up to 800 mm. Designed for wildlife, birding, sports, and other distant subjects, it features a lightweight yet powerful build with optical stabilization (OSS), fast and precise autofocus driven by dual linear motors, and a robust, weather-resistant body. The internal zoom design keeps the lens length constant while zooming, which maintains balance and handling. It supports optional 1.4× and 2.0× teleconverters to extend reach further (up to 1600 mm). With six extra-low dispersion (ED) glass elements, an 11-blade circular aperture, and a fluorine-coated front element, it delivers sharp, high-contrast images and smooth bokeh even at extreme focal lengths.
Key Features
- 400–800 mm super-telephoto zoom — extends your reach without changing lenses.
- Internal zoom — the lens does not change length while zooming, improving balance and handling.
- Optical SteadyShot (OSS) — built-in image stabilization to help reduce shake at long focal lengths.
- Six ED glass elements — minimize chromatic aberration for sharp results.
- 11-blade circular aperture — creates smooth, pleasing bokeh.
- Two linear focus motors — fast, accurate autofocus, even on moving subjects.
- Focus-range limiter — switch for FULL / 10m–NEAR / ∞–8m to optimize AF speed.
- Minimal focus breathing — useful for video.
- Dust and moisture resistant — built to handle challenging conditions.
- Fluorine coating on front element — repels dirt, making cleaning easier.
- Three focus-hold buttons — placed around the barrel for easy access.
- Tripod foot — fixed mount foot, but can be rotated for horizontal or vertical orientation.
- Filter size — 105 mm.
- Teleconverter compatibility — supports SEL14TC (1.4×) and SEL20TC (2.0×) for extended reach.
Best Suitable
- Wildlife and bird photographers
- Sports photography (e.g., motorsports, air shows)
- Nature and landscape photographers who want to compress distant subjects
- Photographers who need very long reach but want to avoid huge prime supertelephotos
- Users who want to maintain versatility with teleconverters
FAQ – Sony FE 400-800mm F/6.3-8 G OSS Lens
How heavy is this lens?
It weighs around 2475 g (87.4 oz).
What is the minimum focus distance?
1.7 m at 400 mm, and 3.5 m at 800 mm.
Can I use a teleconverter with it?
Yes, it’s compatible with the 1.4× SEL14TC and 2.0× SEL20TC, extending the reach to up to 1600 mm.
Does it have image stabilization?
Yes, it has built-in Optical SteadyShot (OSS).
Is the lens weather-sealed?
Yes, it has a dust- and moisture-resistant design.
Specifications
| Focal Length |
400 to 800mm |
| Maximum Aperture |
f/6.3 to 8 |
| Minimum Aperture |
f/36 to 45 |
| Lens Mount |
Sony E |
| Lens Format Coverage |
Full-Frame |
| Angle of View |
6° 10′ to 3° 10′ |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
5.6′ / 1.7 m (Wide) to 11.5′ / 3.5 m (Tele) |
| Maximum Magnification |
0.23x |
| Macro Reproduction Ratio |
1:4.34 |
| Optical Design |
27 Elements in 19 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades |
11, Rounded |
| Focus Type |
Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes |
| Tripod Collar |
Fixed and Rotating |
| Tripod Mounting Thread |
1x 1/4″-20 Female, 1x 3/8″-16 Female |
| Filter Size |
105 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) |
4.72 x 13.6″ / 11.98 x 34.6 cm |
| Weight |
5.45 lb / 2.47 kg |
