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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 196 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the image quality, ease of use, auto focus, and reach of the FE 70-300mm lens. However, some customers find the lens to be heavy and are not satisfied with the aperture. Some customers also mentioned the lack of a tripod mount ring and the price.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Lense

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent lense. Works perfectly for what I need.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi BubbaLC,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL70300G lens. We are glad to hear that you found it as an excellent lens. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful Telephoto Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The photos from using this lens are fantastic. The details and quality are very good. It is heavy but the quality is worth it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Auto focus

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sharp focus all around

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wide range of focal length for use both indoors and outdoors when you don't want to lug separate lenses around. Sharp and quick auto focus

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello gmckayca, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are happy to hear the quality and performance of this lens has exceeded your expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-22-23 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The beast

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Large as expected. Heavy as expected. Excellent build quality as expected. Functions as it should and takes high quality pictures. Quality of pictures is excellent. F stop range fine since this is going to be used outside mostly. Use it for portraits, landscapes, sports whatever it will serve its purpose and works flawlessly with excellent picture quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Teriffic Lens for a variety of shots

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    the Lens is excellent. Even shots in low light. Only problem is the weight. Much heavier than the camera body, but the trade off is worth it. Sharp, clear pictures and the stabilizer feature is a must.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality
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    Aperture

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens with good light

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not the widest aperture but it has great image quality in good light.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    High quality lens. Slightly heavy but necessary. !!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A solid choice.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'll start with I ultimately returned it. Got an amazing deal on a 2.8 so it was the smart thing to do. I had it a month and it was a very nice lens. A little soft past 250 but easily corrected in the computer with just a touch of sharpening. I suspect Best Buy's shipping may had had something to do with it. Who ships a 1300 lens in a bubble mailer and then sends a backpack in a fully padded box... I will rail them for this every chance I get :) So maybe just wait a little longer and pick up in a store to keep one less round of tossing it in and out of trucks. .Weight isn't too bad for what it is and the OSS when using one an IBIS body is unmatched. I miss having the 300mm but my other deal was too good to pass up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reach
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    Aperture

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great image quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just what I was looking for. Full frame lens with good reach. Wish it was a little bit faster lens, but very good for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fits well in hand and not hard to use

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Im new to filming/photography of wildlife and this lens was very easy to use and fits very well in the hands

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Wildlife,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for your feedback on our SEL70300G lens. We're glad to hear that you find it easy and comfortable to use. Your positive feedback is truly appreciated.
      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
      Rubychelle
      11-28-2023
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lense

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wife loves it. It allows her to get really clear pictures on her sonyA7III.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Fortis, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL70300G lens. We are glad to hear that you found it as a great lens. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.   Regards, Larry 3-30-2024 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great 70-300 Zoom

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great 70-300 zoom lens, my first with Sony coming over from Canon. As you would expect with this focal length range and glass quality, the lens isn't light, and I'd like the zoom operation to be a little smoother, but really no complaints.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Getting the shot

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the lens, it's focas speed is fast and smooth. Seems to work well in semi-low light. Lens is light weight and voom works smothly. There is a locking feature that will keep the lens from zooming out when walking or hiking.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reach

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love This Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Went to a lake house for a weekend and got some amazing pics with this lens. I love the reach and the lens stabilization got rid of the camera shake from being on a boat and free floating dock. I can see why this was the most Favorited lens till the G Master 70-200 was released.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Debated to purchase the GMaster or this lens. After watching several evaluation videos on the internet, it made sense as amateur to settle for this more reasonable priced lens. Great choice. Takes great pictures. Got it at a BB store as open box for additional savings

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best 70-300 I have used.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have owned the Nikon 70- 300 and the Canon 70-300mm L in the past and this Sony has superior contrast, and sharpness than the lenses I have compared it to. My copy is corner to corner sharp at f8 and sharp in center wide open.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Tripod mount, Weight

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Very heavy lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I ended up returning this lens after a few days. Its weight, paired with the weight of the camera body made it a hassle to use. There’s no tripod/monopod mount on it to mitigate the weight. I ultimately didn’t think it was worth it for my photography.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just WOW

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I can't stress enough how good this lens is. Insane zoom without loosing any quality. I know, it is expensive. But if you are serious about photography you should get your hands on one of these!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Auto focus

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good lens has good focal length with has auto focus

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi GangadharA,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our SEL70300G lens. We're glad to hear that you find the quality of our lens good. Thanks again for choosing Sony!

      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.

      Rubychelle

      12-24-2023

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent addition to your Sony Alpha

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect attachment for those medium to longer range shots on the Sony A7. excellent Lens. works perfect out of the box.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and for choosing Sony. We are happy to hear that the unit is meeting your standards. Happy Shooting! Amy - Sony Social Support Sony_US

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