Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II vs Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II has more in its favour on paper. The FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II gathers more light for low light and background blur; the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II for
- less weight (794g vs 1045g)
- a lower price (about £1,170 vs £1,800)
Choose the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 1.0 stops more light)
| FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II | FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 70-200mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 794 g | 1045 g |
| Stabilisation | Yes | Yes |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 72mm | 77mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £1,449 | £2,799 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £1,119–£1,219 | £1,679–£1,919 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II better than the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II?
The FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II offers less weight (794g vs 1045g), a lower price (about £1,170 vs £1,800); the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 1.0 stops more light).
Which is better value, the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II or the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II?
On Sony E / FE, the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II costs about £1,170 against about £1,800 for the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/2.8 worth it over f/4?
f/2.8 gathers about 1.0 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE.