The Best Sony A9III Lenses With 120 FPS Support

Welcome to my guide to the best lenses for the Sony A9 III with 120 fps support in 2024.

Top 13 Lenses

Here are my top 13 recommended lenses to pair with your Sony A9 III.

All of the lenses in this list support shooting at up to 120 fps with full AF/AE tracking.

You’ll find a complete list of Sony lenses that support 120 fps after this list.

1. Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II

If you’re in the market for the ultimate wide-angle zoom lens for your Sony A9III, the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II is a great choice.

This lens excels in a variety of photography styles that benefit from a wider field of view, including landscapes, astrophotography, real estate, and architectural photography.

At just 547g, the Mark II version is 133g lighter than the original Mark I. As expected from Sony’s G Master series, the build quality is outstanding. It features 15 elements arranged in 12 groups and is weather-sealed to protect against dust and moisture.

With 11 circular aperture blades, this lens delivers beautifully smooth bokeh and impressive sunstars. The autofocus is both fast and silent, and the sharpness remains excellent across the entire frame.

I owned the Mark I version in the past but sold it due to limited time for landscape photography. However, if I were in the market for a wide-angle lens today, the Mark II would be my top choice without hesitation.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL1635GM2
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	16-35 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	107°–63°
Maximum Aperture:	F2.8
Minimum Aperture:	F22
Lens Groups / Elements:	12–15
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	8.7″ / 22.1 cm
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.32x
Lens Image Stabilization:	No
Filter Diameter:	82 mm
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	3.5″ / 87.8 mm
Length:	4.4″ / 111.5 mm
Weight:	547g / 19.29 oz

Pros

• Fantastic sharpness across the frame
• Beautiful sunstars
• Very little coma and distortion
• Well controlled chromatic aberration

Cons

• Price

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II lens
• Hood (model): ALC-SH177
• Lens front cap: ALC-F82S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
• Padded case

Review

To learn more about this lens I’d recommend watching the below video from Arthur R. To learn more the previous Mark I version then our review from Nick Hanson is worth a read.

2. Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM

With the release of the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM, Sony truly hit it out of the park, demonstrating that a top-tier lens doesn’t have to be massive or excessively heavy to deliver exceptional quality.

This lens is constructed of 13 elements in 10 groups and is extremely well built, as it should be for a G Master (GM) lens. It’s also weather sealed against dust and moisture and weighs in at only 15.7 oz (445 g).

On the lens itself you will find a focus hold button that can be customized, an AF on/off switch, an aperture selection ring and a click on/off switch for the aperture ring.

This lens is extremely sharp across the frame even when wide open at its maximum aperture of f/1.4. Distortion is well controlled as is the coma making this a great lens for astro photography.

The bokeh is silky smooth and possibly the best of all the current 24mm f/1.4 lenses available. Autofocus is fast, quiet and super accurate.

24mm is an excellent focal length for many subjects including: architecture, wedding and event photography, street photography, astrophotography and even environmental portraits.

I own this lens myself, and if I ever found myself needing to sell some gear to raise funds, the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM would be one of the last lenses I’d part ways with.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL24F14GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	24 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	84°
Maximum Aperture:	F1.4
Minimum Aperture:	F16
Lens Groups / Elements:	10-13
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	0.79 ft (0.24 m)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.17x
Lens Image Stabilization:	No
Filter Diameter:	67 mm
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	3″ / 75.4 mm
Length:	3 3/4″ / 92.4 mm
Weight:	15.7 oz. / 445 g

Pros

• Very sharp across the frame wide open
• Beautiful bokeh
• Size & weight
• Aperture ring
• Fast autofocus

Cons

• Strong vignetting wide open
• Flare resistance

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM lens
• Hood (model): ALC-SH154
• Lens front cap: ALC-F67S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
• Case

Review

To learn more about the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM lens I’d recommending watching this excellent review from Dustin Abbott.

And if you enjoy astrophotography then this review from Alyn Wallace is a must watch.

3. Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

The Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is one of the rare zoom lenses that can match the optical performance of many top-tier prime lenses.

Constructed from 20 elements in 15 groups, this is also a very well built and weather sealed lens. The 11 bladed circular aperture helps to create a silky smooth bokeh that will really make your subjects pop.

Four of Sony’s original XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors help to achieve very high autofocus precision and approximately 2x better tracking performance while zooming than the previous Mark I lens.

Weighing just 24.6 oz (695 g) this updated Mark II lens is an incredible 6.74 oz (191 g) lighter than its predecessor the Mark I.

On the lens body itself you’ll find two customizable focus hold buttons, a separate focus, zoom and de-clickable aperture ring, an iris lock switch, AF/MF switch and a zoom smoothness switch.

The sharpness of the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is exceptional across the entire zoom range and at all apertures, with chromatic aberrations kept well under control.

Whether you’re shooting landscapes, weddings, sports, or portraits, this lens can handle virtually anything you could throw at it, and then some.

I don’t own this lens yet, but if I ever win the lottery, it would be one of my first purchases.

This lens requires firmware version 02 minimum for 120 fps support with the A9 III. You can download the firmware on Sony’s support website.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL2470GM2
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	24-70 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	84°-34°
Maximum Aperture:	F2.8
Minimum Aperture:	F22
Lens Groups / Elements:	15-20
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	0.21 ft. (W)-0.3 ft. (T) 0.69 m (W)-0.99 m (T)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.32 x
Lens Image Stabilization:	No
Filter Diameter:	82
120 FPS Support:	Yes with firmware version 02 and newer
Diameter:	3-1/2″ / 87.8 mm
Length:	3-1/2″ / 119.9 mm
Weight:	24.6 oz. / 695 g

Pros

• Size and weight
• Build quality and weather sealing
• Fantastic autofocus
• Excellent resolution and contrast throughout the zoom range
• Near perfect center and mid-frame sharpness

Cons

• Very expensive
• Some distortion and vignette

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II lens
• Lens hood: ALC-SH168
• Lens front cap: ALC-F82S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM Lens
• Case

Review

To learn more about this excellent lens I’d recommend watching this brilliant review from Gerald Undone.

4. Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM

Sony’s E-mount lineup certainly offers plenty of 35mm lens options, but if you’re looking for the best and budget isn’t a concern, the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM stands above the rest.

Designed for both stills and video shooting, this lens features a de-clickable aperture ring and a programmable focus hold button, allowing for multiple custom functions.

The build quality is excellent, with 10 groups and 14 elements, while its 11 circular aperture blades create beautifully smooth bokeh. Additionally, the lens is weather-sealed at important key points, ensuring protection in even challenging weather conditions.

Two XD Extreme Dynamic Linear motors provide fast, quiet and very precise subject tracking.

This lens delivers excellent sharpness at f/1.4 across the frame, has good flare resistance and coma handling, and also low chromatic aberrations.

If you are looking for a 35mm lens for your A9III then this is definitely the one to take a much closer look at.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL35F14GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	35 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	63°
Maximum Aperture:	F1.4
Minimum Aperture:	F16
Lens Groups / Elements:	10-14
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	0.89 ft (AF), 0.82 ft (MF) (0.27 m (AF), 0.25 m (MF))
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	x 0.23 (AF) x 0.26 (MF)
Lens Image Stabilization:	No
Filter Diameter:	67 mm
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	3″ / 76 mm
Length:	3.88″ / 96 mm
Weight:	18.5 oz. / 524 g

Pros

• Small size and weight
• Great build quality and weather sealing
• Fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus
• Excellent sharpness at f/1.4 across the frame
• Beautifully bokeh
• Low chromatic aberrations
• Good flare resistance and coma handling

Cons

• Expensive
• Some focus breathing

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM lens
• Lens hood: ALC-SH164
• Lens front cap: ALC-F67S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
• Soft case

Review

If you’d like to learn more about the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM lens then this review from Gerald Undone is worth a watch.

5. Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM

The Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM lens features a fast maximum aperture of f/1.2 in a compact, lightweight and weather-sealed body. 

The lens is constructed from 10 groups and 14 elements, with three advanced aspherical elements and a Nano AR II coating to help reduce flare and ghosting. It also has an 11-blade circular aperture to help create beautifully circular bokeh.

Four XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors deliver fast, accurate and very quiet autofocus. Linear Response MF ensures that the focus ring responds linearly to manual focus control. 

On the lens body you will find two focus hold buttons, a focus mode switch, a focus ring, an aperture ring with switchable click stops.

This lens has excellent wide open sharpness across the frame, low chromatic aberrations and is very resistant to flare.

If you are in the market for a 50mm lens for your A9III then this is definitely one to consider.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL50F12GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	50 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	47°
Maximum Aperture:	F1.2
Minimum Aperture:	F16
Lens Groups / Elements:	10-14
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	0.4 m (1.32 ft)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.17x
Lens Image Stabilization:	No
Filter Diameter:	72mm
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	3-1/2″ / 87 mm
Length:	4-3/8″ / 108 mm
Weight:	27.5 oz. / 778 g

Pros

• Smaller than the competition
• Well built and weather sealed
• Fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus
• Excellent wide open sharpness across the frame
• Lovely soft bokeh
• Low chromatic aberrations
• Good flare resistance

Cons

• Expensive
• Focus breathing

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM Lens (Sony E)
• Sony ALC-F72S 72mm Front Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-SH163 Lens Hood for FE 50mm f/1.2 GM Lens
• Lens Case

Review

If you’d like to learn more about the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM lens then this review from Dustin Abbott is the best one to watch.

6. Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II

The Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM Mark II lens features a fast maximum aperture of f/1.4 in a compact, lightweight, and weather-sealed body.

The new Mark II features an improved construction, consisting of 11 groups and 14 elements, including two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements that help minimize axial chromatic aberration while maximizing clarity and color.

Sony’s Nano AR Coating II suppresses flare and ghosting that can cause flare and ghosting, enhancing overall image quality.

The 11-blade circular aperture excels at creating beautifully rounded bokeh, helping to make your subjects stand out.

The new Mark II lens weighs in at 22.7 oz. / 642 g vs 28.9 oz. / 820 g for the Mark I, making it 6.28 oz. / 178 g lighter than its predecessor.

The lens features 2 XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors that make the new Mark II lens up to 3x faster than the previous model. Moving subject tracking is also improved by as much as 7x.

On the lens body you’ll find 2 customizable focus hold buttons , an AF/MF switch, an independent aperture ring and Linear Response MF focus ring.

The FE 85mm F1.4 GM Mark II offers excellent sharpness wide open across the frame, low chromatic aberrations, impressive flare resistance, and minimal focus breathing.

You’ll find sample images taken with this lens in our Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II Image Thread over on our forum.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL85F14GM2
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	85 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	29°
Maximum Aperture:	F1.4
Minimum Aperture:	F16
Lens Groups / Elements:	11 / 14
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	AF 0.85 m, MF 0.8 m
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	AF 0.11x, MF 0.12x
Lens Image Stabilization:	No
Filter Diameter:	77mm
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	3.33 ” / 84.7 mm
Length:	4.22 ” /  107.3 mm
Weight:	22.7 oz. / 642 g

Pros

• Well built and weather sealed
• Extremely fast, accurate and quiet autofocus
• Low focus breathing
• Extremely sharp wide open
• No fringing
• Low vignette and distortion
• Good flare resistance
• Lovely bokeh

Cons

• Expensive

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II Lens
• Sony ALC-F77S 77mm Front Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-SH150 Lens Hood
• Padded Lens Case

Review

If you’d like to learn more about the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II lens then this review from Gerald Undone is worth taking the time to watch.

7. Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM

Roger Cicala from LensRentals.com tested the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM lens and said: “This is the sharpest lens we’ve tested. Period. (At last count, that’s out of 300+ lenses tested.)

Roger isn’t the only person to praise this lens, many reviewers are saying that this is the sharpest lens that they have ever laid hands on as well.

Thankfully it’s not only sharpness where this lens shines, it also displays minimum chromatic aberrations, very low distortion and vignetting.

The autofocus motors are also extremely fast making this lens a great choice for sports and action photographers as well as portrait shooters.

Constructed from 13 elements in 10 groups with a 11 bladed circular aperture, this is a very well built and weather sealed lens.

On the lens body itself you’ll find a customizable focus hold button, separate focus and zoom rings, an aperture ring, an aperture click on/off switch, an AF/MF switch and a focus limiter switch.

There’s no stabilization built in but with a maximum aperture of F1.8 you’ll be able to increase your shutter speed and freeze the action without bumping up the ISO too much.

If this is a focus range that you shoot at often then it’s well worth taking a closer look at this lens.

You’ll find sample images taken with this lens in our Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Image Thread over on our forum.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL135F18GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	135 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	18°
Maximum Aperture:	F1.8
Minimum Aperture:	F22
Lens Groups / Elements:	10–13
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	2.3 ft (0.7 m)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.25x
Lens Image Stabilization:	No
Filter Diameter:	82 mm
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	3-5/8″ / 89.5 mm
Length:	5″ / 127 mm
Weight:	33.6 oz. / 950 g

Pros

• Very high build quality
• Extremely fast and accurate autofocus
• Excellent sharpness and contrast across the frame
• Lovely bokeh and color rendition
• Weather sealing

Cons

• Pretty expensive
• Prone to flare in some situations

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM lens
• Hood (model): ALC-SH156
• Lens front cap: ALC-F82S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
• Case

Review

To learn more about the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM I’d recommend watching this review form Dustin Abbott.

8. Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II

The Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS Mark II lens offers significant improvements over its Mark I predecessor, both optically and physically.

It still maintains the excellent internal zoom design which makes handling this lens such a pleasure, but somehow Sony has also managed to shave an incredible 15.34 oz / 435 g off the weight, which makes it around 29% lighter than the Mark I.

Four of Sony’s original XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors boost AF speed by up to 4x compared to the previous model. When tracking a short-distance runner, for example, tracking while zooming is improved by approx. 30% compared to the previous model.

The Mark II lens features new video features including: reduced focus breathing, focus shift when zooming, and axis shift when zooming.

On the lens body you’ll find independent control rings for focus, zoom, aperture with a click on/off switch for the aperture ring and an iris lock. There’s also a full-time DMF on/off switch, a focus-range limiter, Mode 1, Mode 2, and Mode 3 optical image stabilization, and AF/MF switch.

Optically the lens delivers exceptional sharpness and contrast throughout the zoom range, low distortion and vignette and stunning bokeh.

This lens also supports Sony’s 1.4x and 2x teleconverters. If you’d like to see how well it performs with the 2x teleconverter attached then head over to my Sony 100-400 vs Sony 70-200 F2.8 GM II + 2x Comparison.

I own both the Mark I and Mark II versions of this lens and can confidently say that the Mark II is a significant improvement over the Mark I and worth the extra dollars that it costs.

You’ll find sample images taken with this lens in our Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II Image Thread over on our forum.

This lens requires firmware version 04 or newer for 120 fps support with the A9 III.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL70200GM2
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	70-200 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	34°-12° 30′
Maximum Aperture:	F2.8
Minimum Aperture:	F22
Lens Groups / Elements:	14-17
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	0.4 – 0.82 m (1.32 – 2.69 ft)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.3 x
Lens Image Stabilization:	Yes
Filter Diameter:	77 mm
120 FPS Support:	Yes with firmware version 04 or newer
Diameter:	3-1/2″ / 88 mm
Length:	7-7/8″ / 200 mm
Weight:	36.9 oz. / 1045 g (Without tripod mount)

Pros

• 29% lighter than the MK 1 lens
• Great build quality and weather sealing
• Fantastic autofocus
• Compatible with Sony’s 1.4x and 2x teleconverters
• Exceptional resolution and contrast throughout the zoom range
• Lovely bokeh
• Low distortion and vignette
• Flare resistance

Cons

• Expensive
• Tripod foot not Arca-compatible

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II lens
• Tripod collar Lens hood: ALC-SH167
• Lens front cap: ALC-F77S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
• Lens case

Review

If you would like to learn more about the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II lens then I’d highly recommend this excellent review from Gerald Undone.

I’ve also compared the autofocus performance of this lens with the 2x teleconverter attached to the Sony FE 100-400 GM lens in this video.

Visit my Sony 100-400 vs 70-200 F2.8 GM II with 2x article for my in-depth comparison.

9. Sony FE F4.5-5.6 100-400mm G Master

I purchased the Sony FE F4.5-5.6 100-400mm G Master on the first day that it was released and it has probably spent more time attached to my cameras than any other lens I own, well at least it did until I bought the Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS lens.

Being a GM lens the build quality is excellent and despite its focal length it weighs in at only 1395 g (49.21 oz.) and measures 205 mm (8.07 in.) in length. This makes it a very good option for travelling with and I did just that when I took this lens to Borneo for a couple of weeks (my Borneo adventure).

The lens is weather sealed against dust and moisture and I had no issues with condensation even in Borneo which was extremely hot and humid.

Sharpness across the frame is excellent and DxOMark rate this as the sharpest lens in the 100-400mm focal range.

The lens is compatible with both the Sony FE 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters, helping to extend its reach up to 560mm with the 1.4x and up to 800mm with the 2x.

The autofocus is fast, accurate and virtually silent and the lens also features optical image stabilization built-in with 2 panning modes.

On the lens body you’ll find both a focus and zoom ring, there’s also a zoom smoothness adjuster that provides mechanical control of zoom ring torque. Unfortunately there is no zoom lock switch and this lens can creep when pointing towards the ground.

You will also find an array of switches on the side of the lens which include: AF/MF switch, AF distance limiter to reduce focus searching to 3 meters and greater, OSS (Optical Steady Shot) on and off switch which also overrides the build in IBIS of your camera if present, and the panning mode switch.

This really is the best 100-400mm zoom lens available for Sony E-mount today. An alternative would be the Sigma 100-400 but the autofocus speed and tracking stickiness lags behind by quite some distance.

You’ll find sample images taken with this lens in our Sony FE F4.5-5.6 100-400mm G Master Image Thread over on our forum.

This lens requires firmware version 06 or newer for 120 fps support with the A9 III.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL100400GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	100-400 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	24°-6°10′
Maximum Aperture:	F4.5-5.6
Minimum Aperture:	F32-40
Lens Groups / Elements:	16-22
Aperture Blades:	9 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	3.22 ft / 0.98 m
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.35x
Lens Image Stabilization:	Yes (2 modes)
Filter Diameter:	77 mm
Teleconverter Support:	Yes: 1.4x / 2x
120 FPS Support:	Yes with firmware version 06 or newer
Diameter:	3-3/4″ / 93.9 mm
Length:	8-1/8″ / 205 mm
Weight:	49.21 oz. / 1395 g (without tripod mount)

Pros

• Very sharp from 100mm to 400mm
• Fast and silent autofocus
• Well controlled vignetting and chromatic aberration
• Pleasing bokeh
• Well balanced
• Dust and moisture resistance
• Zoom ring tension adjustment
• Flare resistance

Cons

• Focus ring is too loose
• Expensive

What’s in the Box

• Hood (model): ALC-SH151
• Lens front cap: ALC-F77S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
• Case
• Tripod mount

Review

If you’d like to learn more about the Sony FE F4.5-5.6 100-400mm G Master lens then you’ll find my complete review here. This review from Jay is also worth a watch.

10. Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS

The Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS lens is an exceptional telephoto lens for wildlife and sports photographers.

With a focal range of 200-600mm and a maximum aperture of f/6.3 at 600mm this lens will help you to get closer to wildlife than ever before. If 600mm is not long enough then you can also add the 1.4x or 2.0x teleconverters.

Constructed of 24 elements in 17 groups this is a big lens and it weighs 74.7 oz (2,115 g) without tripod mount and is 318mm in length. It’s also weather sealed and has 3 mode image stabilization built-in.

It’s an internal zoom lens which really helps with the balance and a short zoom throw makes going from 200mm to 600mm a breeze.

On the lens body you’ll find a focus and zoom ring, a focus limiter switch, AF/MF switch, Steady Shot on/off switch, mode 1/2/3 OS switch and a customizable focus hold button.

The tripod foot is also removable so you can replace it with something more practical like the Kirk LP-68 (B&H Photo) that includes an arca-swiss plate.

At 600mm this lens is sharper than the Sony FE 100-400 + 1.4x is at 560mm. At 400mm this lens is also a touch sharper than the 100-400 which considering it’s a G lens and not a GM lens is really quite something.

Since owning the 200-600 my 100-400 has been collecting dust, a lot of dust.

However, if you’d like to find out how this lens stacks up against the Sony FE 100-400 GM lens then head over to my 200-600 vs 100-400 comparison.

You’ll find sample images taken with this lens in our Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS Image Thread over on our forum.

This lens requires firmware version 03 or newer for 120 fps support with the A9 III.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL200600G
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	200-600 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	12°30’–4°10′
Maximum Aperture:	F5.6–6.3
Minimum Aperture:	F32–36
Lens Groups / Elements:	17–24
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	7.88 ft (2.4 m)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.2x
Lens Image Stabilization:	Yes (3 modes)
Filter Diameter:	95 mm
Teleconverter Support:	Yes: 1.4x / 2x
120 FPS Support:	Yes with firmware version 03 or newer
Diameter:	4.5″ / 114.3 mm
Length:	12.625″ / 320.67 mm
Weight:	74.7 oz. / 2,115 g

Pros

• Fantastic build quality and weather sealing
• Excellent handling thanks to the internal zoom design
• Very fast and accurate autofocus
• Excellent image quality
• 1.4x and 2x teleconverter support

Cons

• Large and relatively heavy
• Small tripod foot that is not arca-swiss compatible
• Some chromatic aberration when shooting wide open

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS lens
• Hood (model): ALC-SH157
• Lens front cap: ALC-F95S
• Lens rear cap: ALC-R1EM
• Tripod collar
• Soft case
• Lens strap

Review

If you would like to learn more about the Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS lens lens then this excellent review by Olle Nilsson is worth taking the time to watch.

You might also enjoy my own video of this lens where I compare the 200-600 to the Sony 100-400 with the 1.4x teleconverter for birds in flight photography.

11. Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS

The Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS is Sony’s most recent telephoto prime lens to hit the market.

This 300mm F2.8 prime lens weighs only 1470g (51.9oz) which makes it the lightest in its class and the same weight as the original Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM.

The dual XD linear motors are extremely fast and can even keep up with shooting 120 fps that the Sony A9III is capable of.

Image quality is as good as it gets and the lens works very well with both the 1.4x and 2x teleconverters.

You can find some sample images from this lens over on the forum in our Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS Image Thread.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL300F28GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	300 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	8°10′
Maximum Aperture:	F2.8
Minimum Aperture:	F22
Lens Groups / Elements:	17 groups, 21 elements (including one filter)
Aperture Blades:	11
Minimum Focusing Distance:	2 m (6.57 ft)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.16x
Lens Image Stabilization:	Yes (3 modes)
Filter Diameter:	40.5mm
Teleconverter Support:	Yes: 1.4x / 2x
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	4.9in. / 124mm
Length:	10.45in. / 265 mm
Weight:	51.9 oz. / 1470 g (Without tripod mount)

Pros

• Great Sony GM build quality and weather sealing
• Very sharp even at F2.8
• Good CA control
• Very fast and quiet autofocus
• Lightweight and compact
• Supports both 1.4x and 2x teleconverters

Cons

• None

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens (Sony E)
• Front Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
• ALC-SH175 Lens Hood
• Tripod Mount
• Drop-In Filter
• Lens Strap
• Soft Case
• Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Review

To learn more about the Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OS telephoto prime lens I’d recommend watching this review from Gerald Undone.

12. Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS

If money is no object and you demand only the best then the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS lens is possibly the lens for you.

I don’t own this lens myself, but I know from many Alpha Shooters who do that it is extremely sharp across the frame and has terrific autofocus performance even with the 1.4x and 2x teleconverters attached that take the reach to 560mm and 800mm respectively.

For a large prime lens it still manages to weigh in at only 2895g (102.12 oz.).

If there was one negative it’s definitely the price. At $11,998.00 in the US or £10,499.00 in the UK, many of us will need to start selling body parts to afford it!

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL400F28GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	400 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	6°10′
Maximum Aperture:	F2.8
Minimum Aperture:	F22
Lens Groups / Elements:	17-23 Including one filter
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	8.86 ft (2.7 m)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.16x
Lens Image Stabilization:	Yes (3 modes)
Filter Diameter:	40.5 (slot-in)
Teleconverter Support:	Yes: 1.4x / 2x
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	6-1/4″ / 158.1 mm
Length:	14-1/4″ / 359 mm
Weight:	102.2 oz / 2,895 g

Pros

• Outstanding build quality and weather sealing
• Sharpness wide-open
• Chromatic abberation control
• Autofocus speed and accuracy
• Weight for a 400mm F2.8 prime lens
• Teleconverter support

Cons

• Very expensive

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-SH155 Lens Hood
• Lens Strap
• Hard Case
• Case Strap

Review

He is a Sony Ambassador but Mark Galer definitely has one of the best reviews of the Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS lens and is the one that I’d recommend watching to learn more about it.

13. Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS

If you thought that the 400mm F2.8 GM was expensive then you should probably skip straight past the Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS lens, which at $12,998.00 or £11,999.00 is Sony’s most expensive super telephoto lens ever.

Just like the 400mm F2.8 this is an exceptionally sharp lens with lightning fast autofocus performance. Point this lens at your subject and it really has not chance of getting away!

Both the 1.4x and 2x teleconverters are also supported, taking this lens to 900mm or 1200mm.

This is definitely my dream lens but I’ll have to sell my car and a few body parts to afford it.

You’ll find sample images taken with this lens in our Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS Image Thread over on our forum.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL600F40GM
Format:	35 mm full frame
Focal Length (mm):	600 mm
Angle of View (35 mm):	4°10′
Maximum Aperture:	F4
Minimum Aperture:	F22
Lens Groups / Elements:	18–24 Including one filter
Aperture Blades:	11 circular
Minimum Focusing Distance:	14.8 ft (4.5 m)
Maximum Magnification Ratio:	0.14x
Lens Image Stabilization:	Yes (3 modes)
Filter Diameter:	40.5 (slot-in)
Teleconverter Support:	Yes: 1.4x / 2x
120 FPS Support:	Yes
Diameter:	6 1/2″ / 163.6 mm
Length:	17 3/4″ / 449 mm
Weight:	107.3 oz / 3,040 g

Pros

• Outstanding build quality and weather sealing
• Sharpness wide-open
• Chromatic abberation control
• Autofocus speed and accuracy
• Weight for a 600mm F4 prime lens
• Teleconverter support

Cons

• Very expensive

What’s in the Box

• Sony FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap
• Sony ALC-SH158 Lens Hood
• Lens Strap
• Hard Case
• Case Strap

Review

Whilst not an in-depth review I’d highly recommend watching this video from Mark Smith to see exactly what this lens is capable of in the right hands:

Teleconverters

Sony currently offers two teleconverters for their E-mount lenses, a 1.4x and a 2x. However, these are only supported with the following E-mount lenses:

• Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS
• Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
• Sony FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II
• Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS
• Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS
• Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS
• Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS
• Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS

Sony 1.4x Teleconverter Lens (SEL14TC)

The Sony 1.4x teleconverter (SEL14TC) is currently only compatible with the lenses listed above. It will not physically fit any other Sony E-mount lenses.

You do lose one stop of light with the 1.4x teleconverter but AF performance still remains pretty good and it’s extremely good on the Sony FE 70-200 F2.8 GM II and the 400mm and 600mm prime lenses.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL14TC
Magnification:	1.4x
Format:	35 mm full-frame
Lens Groups / Elements:	5/6
Diameter:	62.4 mm
Length:	33.6 mm
Weight:	5.89 oz

Pros

• Extends focal length by 1.4x on supported lenses
• Size and weight

Cons

• Loose 1 stop of light
• Slight impact on AF speed when using Sony 100-400 and 70-200 F2.8 GM

What’s in the Box

• SEL14TC
• Case

Sony 2x Teleconverter Lens (SEL20TC)

The Sony 2x teleconverter (SEL20TC) is only compatible with the lenses listed above. It will not physically fit any other Sony E-mount lenses.

You do lose two stops of light with the 2x teleconverter and AF performance can suffer if you are using an older camera that doesn’t support phase detection above F11 depending on the lens that you are using. With the Sony FE 70-200 F2.8 GM II and the 400mm and 600mm prime lenses AF performance is still very impressive.

Key Specs

Model Name:	SEL20TC
Magnification:	2x
Format:	35 mm full-frame
Lens Groups / Elements:	5/8
Diameter:	62.4 mm
Length:	42.7 mm
Weight:	7.3 oz

Pros

• Extends focal length by 2x on supported lenses
• Size and weight

Cons

• Loose 2 stops of light
• AF speed is slower when using Sony 100-400 and 70-200 F2.8 GM

What’s in the Box

• SEL20TC
• Case

120 FPS Support – Full List

Below you’ll find the full list of lenses that support continuous shooting with AF/AE tracking up to a maximum of 120 images/second (focus mode: AF-C). You’ll also find this list over on Sony’s website.

With some lenses the aperture value remains locked at the value of the first shot when shooting continuously at 60 images/second or 120 images/second. You’ll find these lenses denoted with the footnote 7 in the table below.

Model name	Product name
SEL11F18	E 11mm F1.8
SEL14F18GM	FE 14mm F1.8 GM
SEL15F14G	E 15mm F1.4 G
SEL20F18G	FE 20mm F1.8 G
SEL24F14GM	FE 24mm F1.4 GM
SEL24F28G	FE 24mm F2.8 G
SEL35F14GM	FE 35mm F1.4 GM
SEL35F18F	FE 35mm F1.8
SEL40F25G	FE 40mm F2.5 G
SEL50F12GM	FE 50mm F1.2 GM
SEL50F14GM	FE 50mm F1.4 GM
SEL50F25G	FE 50mm F2.5 G
SEL85F14GM2	FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
SEL85F18 *7	FE 85mm F1.8 *7
SEL100F28GM *7	FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM OSS *7
SEL135F18GM	FE 135mm F1.8 GM
SEL300F28GM Including when a teleconverter lens (SEL14TC/SEL20TC) is attached	FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS
SEL400F28GM Including when a teleconverter lens (SEL14TC/SEL20TC) is attached	FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS
SEL600F40GM Including when a teleconverter lens (SEL14TC/SEL20TC) is attached	FE 600mm F4 GM OSS
SELP1020G	E PZ 10-20mm F4 G
SEL1224G *7	FE 12-24mm F4 G *7
SEL1224GM	FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM
SEL1625G	FE 16-25mm F2.8 G
SEL1635GM *7	FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM *7
SEL1635GM2	FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II
SELC1635G *10	FE C 16-35mm T3.1 G *10
SELP1635G	FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G
SELP16502	E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS II
SEL1655G	E 16-55mm F2.8 G
SELP18110G *7	FE PZ 18-110mm F4 G OSS *7
SEL18135 *7	E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 *7
SEL2070G *6	FE 20-70mm F4 G *6
SEL2450G	FE 24-50mm F2.8 G
SEL2470GM *7	FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM *7
SEL2470GM2 *6	FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II *6
SEL24105G *7	FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS *7
SEL2860	FE 28-60mm F4-5.6
SEL70200G2 *6 Including when a teleconverter lens (SEL14TC/SEL20TC) is attached	FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II *6
SEL70200GM2 *6 Including when a teleconverter lens (SEL14TC/SEL20TC) is attached	FE 70-200MM F2.8 GM OSS II *6
SEL70350G	E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS
SEL100400GM *6*7 Including when a teleconverter lens (SEL14TC/SEL20TC) is attached	FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS *6*7
SEL200600G *6 Including when a teleconverter lens (SEL14TC/SEL20TC) is attached	FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS *6

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