- Lightweight and ideally balanced telephoto 300mm F2.8
- Breathtaking G Master image quality right out to the edges of the frame
- Extraordinary resolution and bokeh to emphasize the subject
- Fast, precise, quiet AF brings out the full potential of advanced cameras
- The lightest in its class and ideally balanced for precise, agile handling
- Optical SteadyShot stabilization for sharp handheld telephoto images
- Nano AR coating II suppresses reflections, flare and ghosting
- Function ring provides direct access to power focus or frame size selection
- Full-time Direct Manual Focus (DMF) to access MF while in autofocus mode
- Precise, repeatable and linear response manual focus ring
- Four customizable focus hold buttons and focus range limiter switch
- Support for rear-mounted drop-in filters
- High AF tracking performance with 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters
- Dust and moisture resistant for robust reliability
- Front fluorine coating repels fingerprints, dust, water and oil
- ALC-SH176 lens hood and padded soft case supplied
Lightweight and ideally balanced telephoto 300mm F2.8
The SEL300F28GM is the lightest large-aperture telephoto prime lens in its class1, delivering outstanding optical performance and rendering plus astonishingly fast, precise AF in a versatile lens that weighs approximately 51.9 oz. (1470 g -excluding tripod mount). The lens has been designed so that its weight is not concentrated near the front, in order to give the best balance. This can minimize stress and fatigue during long handheld shooting sessions.
Breathtaking G Master resolution
An innovative optical design that includes three Super ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements and one ED glass element effectively subdues axial chromatic aberration as well as lateral chromatic aberration. Outstanding resolution and contrast are maintained right out to the image edges, which also allows for more flexible cropping and editing.
Beautiful bokeh brings subjects to the fore
The gorgeous and creamy bokeh allows the use of shallow depth of field to make subjects stand out from the background. In addition to Super ED (extra-low dispersion) and ED elements in a new optical design that effectively suppresses color bleeding, each lens is individually calibrated during manufacture to optimize bokeh quality. An 11-blade circular aperture mechanism contributes to smooth rounded bokeh.
Fast, precise AF brings out the full potential of advanced cameras
The lens maximizes the speed potential of high-performance cameras, making it easy to capture important moments in dynamic sports action or fast-moving wildlife scenes. Two XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors with high thrust efficiency and an advanced control algorithm have been specially fine-tuned for fast response to control signals. Additionally, AF tracking speed and precision are maintained even when shooting continuous bursts.
The lightest at appx. 51.9 oz. (1470g) and ideally balanced
An optical design that includes Super ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements has reduced the subjective weight by using fewer elements positioned near the front of the lens, so that the weight of the lens is not concentrated at the front. This optimizes balance and reduces moment of inertia which is felt as resistance to rotation, allowing precise, agile lens movement and panning while shooting.
Dust and moisture resistance plus high durability
A dust and moisture resistant design provides extra reliability for outdoor use in challenging conditions. The use of a durable magnesium alloy for internal components and other refinements maximizes durability while reducing weight.