Sony’s new 400mm and 600mm super-telephoto primes make light work of a heavy hobby — here are my favorite wildlife photos I shot with the pair
Sony has released two new super-telephoto prime lenses, the FE 400mm F4.5 GM OSS and FE 600mm F6.3 GM OSS, which are designed to be significantly lighter than their zoom counterparts. These lenses offer high optical quality and rugged build characteristics, making them ideal for enthusiast wildlife photographers who prioritize weight and sharpness over zoom versatility. Priced at £2,400 and £3,300 respectively, they provide a more affordable alternative to Sony's high-end professional primes while maintaining the superior GM quality designation.
- ▪The Sony FE 400mm F4.5 GM OSS and FE 600mm F6.3 GM OSS lenses weigh approximately 994g and 995g, making them the lightest of their kind.
- ▪The 400mm lens is priced at £2,400, while the 600mm lens costs £3,300 in the UK market.
- ▪These prime lenses sacrifice zoom versatility for brighter maximum apertures and superior optical performance compared to Sony's super-telephoto zooms.
- ▪The 400mm lens is recommended for larger wildlife subjects, whereas the 600mm lens is better suited for capturing smaller creatures.
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TechRadar Verdict Sony's 400mm F4.5 and 600mm F6.3 GM OSS are a pair of high-quality and especially lightweight super-telephoto prime lenses, and a top pick for enthusiast wildlife photographers with deep pockets, and who know their focal length rather than needing zoom versatility. Having tested them both extensively in the scenarios they're designed for, I'm struggling to find any real drawbacks. Check Amazon Check Best Buy Pros +Exceptionally lightweight for this type of lens +Sharp detail and smooth bokeh +Rugged build quality Cons -Decent value, but some of Sony's super-telephoto zooms are cheaper -Sony's super-telephoto zooms are more versatile Best picks for you Best Sony lenses: we've tested top lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras Best wildlife photography camera 2025: top cameras…
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