Key Features
- Constant f/2 aperture: Delivers stunning background blur and low-light performance throughout the zoom range.
- Exceptional optics: Two XA (extreme aspherical), two Super ED, and three ED elements ensure edge-to-edge sharpness and minimal aberrations.
- Nano AR Coating II: Reduces flare and ghosting for high-contrast images, even in backlit conditions.
- Quad XD Linear Motors: Fast, silent, and precise autofocus—perfect for high-speed bursts and video.
- Internal zoom: Maintains balance and length while zooming—great for gimbal use and handheld shooting.
- Lightweight for its class: Weighs just 1,340g (without tripod base), making it surprisingly agile for a large-aperture telephoto zoom.
For Video Creators
- Minimal focus breathing and Linear Response MF make it ideal for cinematic focus pulls.
- Works seamlessly with Sony’s high-speed bodies like the α9 III, keeping up with 120fps bursts.