Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 SSM G SAL-70400G

[Abel]

Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 SSM G

Description:

The Sony SAL-70400G 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM Lens is a 5.7x super telephoto lens, specifically designed for the Sony Alpha SLR series. When mounted to Sony APS-C format Alpha DSLRs, this zoom lens achieves a phenomenal 105-600mm focal length (35mm equivalent). As part of the G series of high quality lenses, the SAL-70400G is designed to deliver extremely sharp performance across its wide focal length range, and it is well suited for sports, action, or wildlife photography.

This lens features high-speed SSM (SuperSonic-Wave Motor) for autofocus speed and precision, and the focus-mode/range switch and three focus-hold buttons provide enhanced operability. And when used with the Alpha 900 SLR camera, the AF hold buttons can be customized to activate the intelligent preview function.

SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) A built-in lens motor for faster automatic focusing with high torque at low speed, quick start/stop response, and quiet, smooth operation.

ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Glass Two precision ED Glass lenses correct chromatic aberrations and deliver visually accurate results even at full telephoto zoom extension.

Focus Hold Three Focus Hold buttons are provided, which lock the focus at the press of a button.

Focus-Range Limit Two focus-range limit settings reduce auto-focusing time.

Circular Aperture Because the aperture blades form a near circle at the wide openings used for low-light shots, spot-light sources have a pleasing circular defocused effect.

Tripod Collar The removable tripod collar rotates 360° so that the camera and lens can be orientated in any position when mounted from above or below.

Performance:

• Focal Length 70 - 400 mm
• Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 105 - 600 mm
• Aperture Maximum: f/4 - 5.6, Minimum: f/22 - 32
• Camera Mount Type Sony Alpha, Minolta AF
• Format Compatibility 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor, DSLR (APS-C Sensor)
• Angle of View 34° - 6°
• Minimum Focus Distance 4.92' (1.5 m)
• Magnification 0.27x
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:3.7
• Groups/Elements 12/18
• Diaphragm Blades 9

Features:

• Image Stabilization: No
• Autofocus: Yes
• Tripod Collar: Yes

Specifications:

• Filter Thread: 77 mm
• Dimensions (DxL): Approx. 3.72 x 7.72" (9.45 x 19.61 cm)
• Weight: 3.31 lb (1.50 kg)

User Reviews:

• B&H Photo user reviews HERE
• Amazon user reviews HERE
• Adorama user reviews HERE

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How To Post Sample Images:

We ask that members please post their own sample photos taken with this particular lens in order to give others that may be in the market to purchase one and idea of how well it handles. When posting sample photos we ask that you do so like the example below in regards to including any and all EXIF data such as camera body used, aperture, shutter speed, ISO etc. This will help out a great deal.

Example:

Canon EOS-5D Mark II : Canon EF 35 f/1.4L : 25 Seconds : f/5.6 : 100 ISO : 35mm : Aperture Priority Mode : -1/3 Bias : No Flash

[KBerntsen]

Sony A900 : @400mm : 1/80th : f/5.6 : 800 ISO : Aperature Priority


Sony A900 : @400mm : 1/250th : f/5.6 : 800 ISO : Aperature Priority


Sony A900: @200mm : 1/200th : f/5 : 200 ISO : Aperature Priority

[WanaM3]

Kenneth,

Thanks for the post. I've had the lens for less than a week and have not really had a chance to get a bunch of shots with it. I got in on the eagle action in Baytown on Sunday, but didn't really distinguish myself. I am using an a700 with the lens, so it remains to be seen how well it does. The shots you posted of the ducks ( I don't know my birds) is really sharp and clear. I am hoping to get it out on Armand Bayou soon and see how it compares to my old lenses. I'll keep you posted. Thanks again.

[Dark_Samurai]

Just curious do you think this lens is too slow for sports shooting?
Like kids (6yrs old - 12yrs old) soccer & football or kids basketball

[KBerntsen]

Originally Posted by Dark_Samurai

Just curious do you think this lens is too slow for sports shooting?
Like kids (6yrs old - 12yrs old) soccer & football or kids basketball

Slow as in aperature or AF speed?

I had no problems with the AF speed I could see where the aperature could be a problem at night games.

[Buzzerfly]

Thanks for the post! I too recently picked up this lens, but haven't had much opportunity to use it. It is seriously stretching the zoom lens compartment of my bag though.

[craigb456]

I have had this lens for awhile now and love it. Here are a few pics scene their are no recent ones :)

Camera Used Sony A55

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[andrew_broadfoot]

Sony Alpha A850: Sony 70-400/f4-5.6G SSM (At 400mm): 0.003 Seconds: F-8: ISO-100: Manual: No Flash


Sony Alpha A850: Sony 70-400/f4-5.6G SSM (At 120mm): 2 Seconds: F-4.5: ISO-200: Manual: Bulb: No Flash


Sony Alpha A850: Sony 70-400/f4-5.6G SSM (At 360mm): 0.005 Seconds: F-5.6: ISO-100: Manual: No Flash