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Key Features
- Full-Frame | Constant f/4.5 Max Aperture
- Portable, Reliable Super-Telephoto Zoom
- Four XD Linear AF Motors, Floating Focus
- Internal Zoom and Internal Focus Design
A long-reaching and highly versatile lens, the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS is the super-telephoto zoom built without compromise; it's designed to meet the needs of the professional wildlife, birding, sports, and journalism photographers. Thanks to a portable design with internal zoom and focus, as well as the renowned G Master optical capabilities, this constant maximum aperture zoom offers the performance and rendering required for photographing small and distant subjects at high speeds with high precision.
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Can I connect a monopod the lens foot?
Can I connect a monopod the lens foot?
Yes, the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens (Sony E) can be mounted on a monopod; however, it is recommended to use a quick-release system for convenience and security.
Date published: 2026-06-07
Is the lens foot Arca-Swiss compatible?
Is the lens foot Arca-Swiss compatible?
As far as I'm concerned the fact the lens foot isn't arca-swiss compatible is a deal breaker along with the fact it's 1lb heavier and almost 5 inches longer than my Sony 100400GM 4.5-5.6 lens that I've already had to buy a replacement foot to fit my tripod and monopod gimbals.
Date published: 2026-08-09
Can I add a front filter to protect the glass?
Can I add a front filter to protect the glass?
The Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens (Sony E) (B&H# SO10040045GM) can accept a front-mounted filter of 95mm (1.0mm coarse thread pitch) in diameter in addition to accepting a 40.5mm filter (0.75mm standard thread pitch) in the included drop-in filter holder.
Date published: 2026-06-03
Will this lens stay in focus when recording video
Will this lens stay in focus when recording video while zooming?
The Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens (Sony E) is not a true parfocal lens. This means the focus will change slightly while zooming.
Date published: 2026-06-19
Is the Sony Drop-In Circular Polarizing Filter the
Is the Sony Drop-In Circular Polarizing Filter the only available drop in filter for this lens?
The Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens also has a 95mm front filter thread. You can use other Polarizers that way.
Date published: 2026-08-25
weight of Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lense (So
weight of Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lense (Sony E)?
The Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens weighs 4 lbs which is equal to 1840 grams.
Date published: 2026-08-30
Will I be able to use this Nikon Z8 or Z9?
Will I be able to use this Nikon Z8 or Z9?
Sorry for not clarifying it initially, I meant to say with Megadap ETZ21 Pro+, of course.
Date published: 2026-06-02
Can the NiSi True Color ND-VARIO Pro Nano Variable
Can the NiSi True Color ND-VARIO Pro Nano Variable ND Filter (40.5mm) be used with this lens?
No, the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5 GM OSS Lens (Sony E) needs a 95mm filter size or use the specific Sony Drop-In Circular Polarizing Filter for Sony FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens.
Date published: 2026-06-10