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Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Lens

The Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Lens brings extraordinary super-telephoto reach to an exceptionally lightweight and mobile G Master design. Built for wildlife, bird, sports and outdoor photographers, this 600mm prime combines outstanding G Master image quality, fast and precise autofocus, Optical SteadyShot stabilisation and professional controls in a lens that weighs just 995g without the tripod foot.

Its compact, well-balanced design makes handheld super-telephoto shooting more practical, giving photographers the freedom to track unpredictable subjects and capture distant detail without the bulk traditionally associated with a 600mm prime.

Outstanding G Master Image Quality

An advanced G Master optical design uses Super ED and ED glass elements to minimise chromatic and other aberrations, delivering excellent resolution and fine detail. Sony's Nano AR Coating II suppresses flare and ghosting to maintain strong clarity and contrast, even when shooting backlit wildlife and other challenging outdoor subjects.

An 11-blade circular aperture, combined with individually optimised spherical aberration, produces smooth, natural-looking bokeh that helps subjects stand out beautifully against soft backgrounds.

Fast and Precise XD Linear Motor Autofocus

Two high-thrust XD (Extreme Dynamic) Linear Motors work with an advanced autofocus algorithm to deliver fast, precise and quiet focusing and subject tracking. The system is designed to take advantage of the AF performance of the latest Sony Alpha camera bodies, making it ideal for birds, wildlife, sports and other subjects with unpredictable movement.

The lens can even support subject tracking during high-speed continuous shooting at up to 120 fps with the compatible Sony α9 III, helping photographers capture decisive moments during extremely fast action.

Remarkably Lightweight 600mm Design

Despite its extreme 600mm reach, the FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS weighs just 995g without the tripod foot and measures only 263mm in length. Excellent weight distribution keeps the lens balanced close to the camera body, helping reduce fatigue and making it easier to follow moving subjects while shooting handheld.

This combination of portability, balance and reach makes the lens particularly well suited to photographers who need to remain mobile in the field.

Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilisation

Built-in Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilisation provides selectable stabilisation modes to support stable framing and sharp handheld shooting at extreme telephoto focal lengths. When paired with a compatible Sony Alpha body, the lens and camera can work together for even more effective stabilisation.

Extend Your Reach to 1200mm

For subjects that are even further away, the FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS supports Sony's optional 1.4x and 2x teleconverters. With the 2x teleconverter, photographers can extend the lens's focal length all the way to 1200mm, providing extraordinary reach for distant wildlife, birds and sporting subjects.

Professional Controls and Customisation

Four focus hold buttons provide convenient access regardless of shooting orientation, while the customisable Function Ring can be assigned to compatible functions including APS-C/Full Frame switching, Preset Focus or Power Focus. Full-time DMF allows quick manual focus adjustment, while a Focus Range Limit switch can restrict the focusing range for faster operation when required.

Excellent Performance for Video

The FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS is also designed with video creators in mind. Focus breathing is effectively suppressed for smoother, more professional-looking footage, while the XD Linear Motor drive system and circular aperture mechanism operate quietly to help minimise unwanted noise and vibration during recording. Linear Response MF provides intuitive and responsive manual focus control.

Built for Challenging Outdoor Conditions

A dust and moisture-resistant design provides added reliability when shooting outdoors in challenging environments. The front lens element also features a fluorine coating that helps prevent contaminants from sticking to the surface while making fingerprints, dust and other marks easier to clean.

 

Barcode (UPC / EAN): 4548736175549

Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Lens Specifications

Model SEL600F63GM
Lens Mount Sony E-mount
Format Full Frame
Focal Length 600mm
Maximum Aperture f/6.3
Minimum Aperture f/32
Lens Construction 24 elements in 17 groups
Aperture Blades 11
Circular Aperture Yes
Minimum Focus Distance 2.5m
Maximum Magnification 0.25x
Filter Diameter 95mm (front)
Autofocus Motor Dual XD Linear Motors
Image Stabilisation Optical SteadyShot (OSS)
Teleconverter Compatible Yes – SEL14TC and SEL20TC
Maximum Focal Length with Teleconverter 1200mm with SEL20TC 2x Teleconverter
Focus Hold Buttons 4
Focus Controls Full-time DMF, Focus Range Limit, Function Ring
Dust & Moisture Resistant Yes
Fluorine Coating Yes
Rear Drop-in Filter No
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 108 x 263mm
Weight 995g (without tripod foot)


* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice.

  • Sony 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Lens
  • Sony Front Cap
  • Sony Rear Cap
  • Sony ALC-SH189 Lens Hood

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