Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS

Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS

Telephoto prime with optical stabilization, weather sealing for Sports, wildlife, action photography.

Telephoto prime lens f/2.8 fe-mount
Sports
Sports
Wildlife
Wildlife

Lens Review: Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS

The Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS is a large-aperture telephoto prime lens that offers outstanding optical performance and fast, precise autofocus in a lightweight design. Weighing approximately 1,470 grams (excluding the tripod mount), it is the lightest lens in its class, providing excellent balance and reducing fatigue during extended handheld shooting sessions. The lens features Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to minimize camera shake, ensuring sharp images even at longer focal lengths. Its robust construction includes weather sealing, making it suitable for challenging outdoor conditions.

Specifications

Lens type
Telephoto prime lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
300 mm
Image stabilization
Yes (Optical SteadyShot)
Lens mount
Sony E-mount
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/22
Aperture ring
Yes
Number of diaphragm blades
11 (rounded)
Optical construction
21 elements in 17 groups
Minimum focusing distance
2 m (6.57 ft)
Maximum magnification
0.16x
Filter size
40.5 mm
Dimensions
124 mm (diameter) x 304 mm (length)
Weight
1,470 g (3.24 lbs) (excluding tripod mount)
Weather sealing
Yes
Usage
sports, wildlife

Video Reviews

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Sample Images

Marsh Rabbit

Marsh Rabbit

by scandan780

Least Bittern

Least Bittern

by scandan780

Masai Mara

Masai Mara

by Nacho LP

Coopers Hawk (juvenile) copy

Coopers Hawk (juvenile) copy

by scandan780

Fawn twins, Mom is very protective. I had to get these shots quick from an open window in my house, as soon as mom spotted me she rounded them up to the woods.

Fawn twins, Mom is very protective. I had to get these shots quick from an open window in my house, as soon as mom spotted me she rounded them up to the woods.

by luvgshepherds

Fawn twins, Mom is very protective. I had to get these shots quick from an open window in my house, as soon as mom spotted me she rounded them up to the woods.

Fawn twins, Mom is very protective. I had to get these shots quick from an open window in my house, as soon as mom spotted me she rounded them up to the woods.

by luvgshepherds

Rotmilan - Milvus milvus - Red Kite

Rotmilan - Milvus milvus - Red Kite

by kurtblaeuer

Purpur-Sonnenhut - Echinacea purpurea

Purpur-Sonnenhut - Echinacea purpurea

by kurtblaeuer

Hausrotschwanz - Phoenicurus ochruros - Black Redstart - Male

Hausrotschwanz - Phoenicurus ochruros - Black Redstart - Male

by kurtblaeuer

Rotmilan - Milvus milvus - Red Kite

Rotmilan - Milvus milvus - Red Kite

by kurtblaeuer

Hausrotschwanz - Phoenicurus ochruros - Black Redstart - Female

Hausrotschwanz - Phoenicurus ochruros - Black Redstart - Female

by kurtblaeuer

Masai Mara

Masai Mara

by Nacho LP

Black Skimmer

Black Skimmer

by scandan780

Alligator

Alligator

by scandan780

Perched with Purpose

Perched with Purpose

by dkwimages

Bald Eagle

Bald Eagle

by luvgshepherds

Bald Eagle

Bald Eagle

by luvgshepherds

Bald Eagle

Bald Eagle

by luvgshepherds

Suspended Claim

Suspended Claim

by dkwimages

Fierce Focus

Fierce Focus

by dkwimages