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Pros Pros
  • Fast, accurate, and silent autofocus performance
  • Excellent image sharpness and detail across the focal range
  • Robust, high-quality build with weather sealing
  • Comprehensive feature set including zoom stiffness adjustment and optical stabilization
  • Versatile close-focusing capabilities for macro-like shots
Pros
  • Fast, accurate, and consistent autofocus system
  • Robust build quality with weather sealing and internal zoom
  • Excellent image sharpness and contrast across the entire focal range
  • Lightweight, ergonomic, and well-balanced design
  • Constant f/4.5 aperture providing consistent exposure and bokeh
Cons Cons
  • High price point relative to alternatives
  • Substantial size and weight for extended handheld use
  • Minor handling issues with zoom ring and tripod foot
  • Limitations in low-light focusing and aperture range
  • Lack of integrated Arca-Swiss tripod mount
Cons
  • High financial cost
  • Increased size and weight compared to previous models
  • Tripod collar lacks Arca-Swiss compatibility
  • Susceptible to zoom creep when pointed downward
  • Minor corner softness at maximum aperture

Launch price Launch price $2,499 Launch price $4,299.99
Focal length & aperture Focal length & aperture 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 Focal length & aperture 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6
Mount & coverage Mount & coverage Sony E · Full-Frame Mount & coverage Sony E · Full-Frame
Stabilization Stabilization Optical IS Stabilization Optical IS
Close focus Close focus 98 cm (0.35x) Close focus 98 cm (0.35x)
Filter thread Filter thread 77mm Filter thread 77mm
Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Double linear motor and Direct Drive SSM Autofocus motor Direct Drive SSM
Weight & size Weight & size 1395g (3 lb 1.2 oz) · 93.9 x 205 mm (3.70 x 8.07 in) Weight & size 1395g (3 lb 1.2 oz) · 94 x 205 mm (3.70 x 8.07 in)

Announcement date Announcement date April 1, 2017 Announcement date June 1, 2026
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $2,499 Launch MSRP $4,299.99
Lens mount Lens mount Sony E Lens mount Sony E
Image circle coverage Image circle coverage Full-Frame Image circle coverage Full-Frame
Lens type Lens type Zoom Lens type Zoom
Lens line / series Lens line / series GM Lens line / series GM

Elements Elements 22 Elements 22
Groups Groups 16 Groups 16
Special elements Special elements 1 Super ED, 2 ED Special elements 1 ED XA, 1 XA, 2 Super ED, 1 ED
Coatings Coatings Nano AR Coating Coatings Nano AR Coating
Front fluorine coating Front fluorine coating Yes Front fluorine coating Yes

Focal length (wide) Focal length (wide) 100mm Focal length (wide) 100mm
Focal length (tele) Focal length (tele) 400mm Focal length (tele) 400mm
Max aperture (wide) Max aperture (wide) f/4.5 Max aperture (wide) f/4.5
Max aperture (tele) Max aperture (tele) f/5.6 Max aperture (tele) f/5.6
Minimum aperture Minimum aperture f/32 Minimum aperture f/32–40
Diaphragm blades Diaphragm blades 9 Diaphragm blades 9

Diagonal angle of view Diagonal angle of view 24° - 6° Diagonal angle of view 24° - 6°

Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Double linear motor and Direct Drive SSM Autofocus motor Direct Drive SSM
Minimum focus distance Minimum focus distance 98 cm Minimum focus distance 98 cm
Maximum magnification Maximum magnification 0.35x Maximum magnification 0.35x
Focus mechanism Focus mechanism Internal focus Focus mechanism Internal focus

Optical stabilization (OIS) Optical stabilization (OIS) Yes Optical stabilization (OIS) Yes

Aperture ring Aperture ring No Aperture ring —
AF/MF switch AF/MF switch Yes AF/MF switch Yes

Weight Weight 1395g (3 lb 1.2 oz) Weight 1395g (3 lb 1.2 oz)
Maximum diameter Maximum diameter 93.9mm (3.70 in) Maximum diameter 94mm (3.70 in)
Length Length 205mm (8.07 in) Length 205mm (8.07 in)
Filter thread Filter thread 77mm Filter thread 77mm
Weather sealing Weather sealing Full weather sealing Weather sealing Full weather sealing
Internal zoom Internal zoom No Internal zoom —
Tripod collar Tripod collar Included Tripod collar Included
Maximum extended length Maximum extended length 205mm Maximum extended length —

Lens hood Lens hood ALC-SH151, round, bayonet type, included Lens hood ALC-SH151, round shape, included
Teleconverter compatibility Teleconverter compatibility 1.4x and 2.0x Teleconverter compatibility 1.4x and 2.0x