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Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM II

FOCAL 70-400mmAPERTURE f/4-5.6WEIGHT 1500gFILTER 77mm
Wildlife & animalsSports & action
NewDiscontinued
Used at MPB*£249–809
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Overview

The Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM II is a full frame 70-400mm f/4-5.6 zoom lens for the Sony A mount. It weighs about 1500g and takes 77mm filters.

It's a strong choice for wildlife & animals, sports & action. As much reach as you can carry: 400–600mm equivalent or more.

In our database it fits 1 camera bodies natively and 25 with an adapter. It is no longer sold new; used at MPB it sells for £249–809 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

BrandSony
MountsSony A (First-party)
CoverageFull frame
Focal length70-400mm
Equivalent on Full frame70-400mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)105-600mm
Maximum aperturef/4-5.6
FocusAutofocus
StabilisationNo
Weather sealingNo
Weight≈1500 g
Filter thread77 mm
Approx. new priceDiscontinued
Used at MPB (Sony A)£249–809

Compatible camera bodies

1 native · 25 adapted

Sony Alpha A99 II2016 · Full frameNativeFirst-party · used from £994 Sony Alpha A1 II2024 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £4,519 Sony Alpha A9 III2023 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £2,999 Sony Alpha A7R V2022 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,859 Sony Alpha A7S III2020 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,789 Sony Alpha A67002023 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,089 Sony Alpha A7 IV2021 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,059 Sony Alpha A7C II2023 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,409 Sony Alpha A7 V2025 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £2,039 Sony Alpha A7 III2018 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £339 Sony Alpha A7R III2017 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £674 Sony Alpha A7R IV2019 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £999 Sony Alpha A7C2020 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £894 Sony Alpha A64002019 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £464 Sony Alpha A12021 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £2,439 Sony Alpha A9 II2019 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,189 Sony Alpha A92017 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £654 Sony Alpha A7C R2023 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,559 Sony ZV-E12023 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,339 Sony ZV-E102021 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £444 Sony ZV-E10 II2024 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £734 Sony FX302022 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £1,269 Sony FX32021 · Full frameAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £2,479 Sony Alpha A66002019 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · new ≈— Sony Alpha A61002019 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £439 Sony Alpha A65002016 · APS-CAdaptedVia Sony LA-EA5 adapter, autofocus on recent bodies · used from £369

Alternatives to compare

Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD70-300mm · f/4.5-6.3 · 545g · E, Z≈£499 new · used from £299
Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM100-400mm · f/5.6-8 · 635g · RF≈£649 new · used from £534
Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD28-300mm · f/4-7.1 · 610g · E≈£799 new · used from £589
Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary100-400mm · f/5-6.3 · 1160g · EF, F≈£799 new · used from £434

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM II is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM II compatible with?

It's available for Sony A. Native bodies here include Sony Alpha A99 II, and it adapts to Sony mirrorless bodies.

Is the Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM II weather sealed?

No, it has no weather sealing; protect it in rain.

Does the Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM II have image stabilisation?

No. Use a camera with in-body stabilisation (IBIS) for steady hand-held shots.

What is the Sony 70-400mm f/4-5.6 G SSM II best for?

Wildlife & animals, Sports & action. As much reach as you can carry: 400–600mm equivalent or more.