Customers express satisfaction with the FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Super Telephoto Zoom Lens for E-mount Cameras, praising its sharp images, versatility, and excellent image quality. The lens is also noted for its fast and quiet autofocus, making it ideal for wildlife and landscape photography. While some users find the lens to be a bit heavy, most agree that its excellent quality justifies its price.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Telephoto & Versatile Lens
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
First telephoto lens for a mirrorless system. Does not disappoint and allows you to get close to the subject from a solid distance. Sharp and versatile especially with the close focus distance. Not the best option for low light but great for wildlife, detailed landscapes, and even portraits. Pricy but I highly recommend this lens if you plan on doing any of the following types of photography. More sample photos can be found at c.devern_photography on Instagram. Also able to add teleconverters for that extra distance.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Clarity
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for commercials and sport events!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Recently purchased the Sony FE 100-400mm f to video commercials and sports events, as happy with the lens. It provides solid field perception and clarity we need for high level media production
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hello SonyAlphaCustomer, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your feedback. Its great to hear you are loving this lens and that it has been a great asset fo ryour commercials and sporting events. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 01-04-24 Sony Social Support
Pros mentioned:
Image quality, Zoom
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lens
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Incredible images from this beast. This allows you to get close to your subjects.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Auto focus
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Specialty Lens
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The lens is amazing for specific shooting styles. For video, you can get a total of 1260mm of distance using Super35 + Clear Image Zoom. I returned this lens and went with the 70-200mm GM as the copy I received had soft corners and auto-focus issues. I also prefer less range and the better low-light performance of the 70-200mm GM.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Musicphotog
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I had press photo assignment for a concert from the sound boards 40 rows back. The 100-400 performed well.. sharp, clear and fast.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Useful
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a very useful lens for capturing animals and scenery, which is very good
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Wwwzc,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your feedback on our SEL100400GM lens. We greatly appreciate your kind words about its performance in wildlife photography. Your positive comments about its performance are truly appreciated.
If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle,
Sony Social Support
Pros mentioned:
Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony 100-400 GM
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love this lens so I am buying another one. I fell in a hole in the
ocean with the first one - damaged beyond repair unfortunately!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Zoom
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Tack sharp zoom
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This lens it razor sharp all across the zoom range. Be aware that the length of the lens increases significantly as you zoom in.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sharp lens
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Lens is very sharp and can’t wait to use it at the air show.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Lens
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent lens, light weight, fast focus.
The lens adjustment ring could be tighter.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Reach
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
100-400 GM lens
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Awesome reach and stability. A little heavy if you aren’t used to it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Unreal clarity.
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This glass is a must in order to capture real time images through a camera. Colors are true and beautiful. Focus is nice, quick, predictable, and reliable.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A must have
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Fantastic lens. Extremely sharp. Would recommend over the 600mm
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lens for my Sony a7iii.
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Expensive but a fun lens to capture the moon with. Great for wildlife and landscapes.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Reach, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect Zoom Range!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love my new 100-400mm zoom for surf photography. The reach is perfect and the lense is light enough to carry all day and shoot handheld or with a tripod. Great addition to my kit.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Jonny, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL100400GM lens. We are glad to hear that you loved this lens because of its perfect range. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 10-29-2024 Sony Social Support
Pros mentioned:
Image quality, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Another great Sony GM Lens.
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One of Sony's best. Versatile and sharp, mates perfectly with both the A7III an A7RIV. Images are clean, contrasty with great color. Much lighter and more compact than the equivalent model I use to own when I was invested in the Canon DSLR system.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Pros mentioned:
Image quality, Zoom
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
G-Master is the perfect name for this glass
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
G-Master lens glass is superior, responsive and quick.
Added this unit into my quiver for wildlife and either stand alone or with the 1.4X TC extender, it becomes 540mm of BIF clarity.
I also own the FE 200600G OSS (non GM) and using with the ILCE-7RM4 is a beast of matching. There have been many documented photogs who've turned their back on the 200600 but it really takes a lot of practice to get it working.
The upgrade to 100400GM is well worth it and now I have the wildlife subjects covered.
Still putting off the A1 for the time being.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Clarity, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
An awesome lens
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This lens is a remarkably useful addition to your photographic equipment! And as I've found in my experience with the G Master line, the clarity and precision are incredible. A versatile lens that is great for shooting birds and critters from a distance, yet can still get up close and get some impressive results. Relatively light and compact for a lens that has this kind of range, this is a five star all the way in my book!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, and give us a review. We appreciate you choosing Sony. Enjoy your Alpha 100400mm lens. Thank you. -Amy
Pros mentioned:
Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony 100-400 GM Lens
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’m excited with my recently purchased Sony G M 100-400 zoom lens. Took some shots at one of the nearby bird sanctuary of the migratory sandhill cranes and was pleased with the outcome, after matching it up with my Sony a7R lll camera. G Master lineup of lens is the way to go.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi OrangeXPM, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL100400GM lens. Everyone really gets excited with a new gear. We can't wait to hear about your review about the lens after using it. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 12-26-2024 Sony Social Support
Pros mentioned:
Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My favorite lens
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I use this lens with an A7R4 and get excellent results. This the most versatile lens that I have ever used, covering near macro photography, landscape photography, and wildlife photography with ease. It’s my favorite lens of all time, and if anything ever happened to it I would replace it in an instant. Don’t be off of by the weight — it’s worth the effort to carry this fine lens, and I found it easy to get used to.