Name: 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II
Brand: Sony
SKU: 350
Rating: 3.9 (11 reviews)

The focus and zoom control rings operate pretty smooth
The build quality of the lens is very good

the very stiff competition from Tamron in particular
the focus path of the lens is rather long
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Construction: Zoom
Elements: 16
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: 70, 300 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Telephoto

Sony 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II - Full Specifications

Lens type	Telephoto
Lens mount	Sony A

Aperture max	4.5-5.6
Aperture min	22-29
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	9
Aperture features	Rounded diaphragm

Construction	Zoom
Elements	16
Groups	11
Special elements / coatings	Nano AR coating
Zoom method	Expanding

Weight	26.46 oz
Diameter	3.25 in
Length	5.33 in
Filter size	2.44 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	70 - 300
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	105 - 450
Maximum magnification	0.25 x
Image stabilisation	no

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Ultrasonic
Closest focusing distance	1.2
Distance scale	yes
Depth of field (DoF) scale	yes

Colour of product	Black
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes

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