Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS Lens

Product Summary

This is a professional full-frame macro lens for the Sony E mount. It offers an impressive 1.4x maximum magnification, which rises to 2.8x with the optional Sony 2x teleconverter, for professional close-up macro results.

This fixed telephoto lens features an 11-blade aperture, which enables beautifully smooth bokeh, along with a bright maximum f/2.8 for excellent light gathering and depth of field control. Premium G Master optics include XA and ED elements, delivering superb sharpness and clarity across the frame.

With such high magnification you can reveal a new world of detail through the close-up capabilities  and explore intricate subjects with ease. When combined with the 2x teleconverter, it reaches a maximum 2.8x, allowing you to capture close-up shots with astonishing detail and clarity.

Sample © Peter Sabol. Taken with the A1 II + 2x teleconverter @200mm. Settings: 1/30 sec. f/8. ISO 125

With Sony’s XD linear motor technology, the lens also provides fast, accurate and silent autofocus, which is ideal for capturing tiny, moving subjects even when they move unpredictably. The focus system is suited to both stills photography and video, ensuring that this is also ideal for hybrid creators and filmmakers.

The weather-sealed body provides protection against dust and moisture, while the lightweight design is perfect for outdoor creators who need durable equipment in any conditions. Sony lenses are future-proof too, giving you the full benefits of the Alpha system today and into the future, with burst shooting at up to 120 frames per second, Active Stabilisation, and flawless autofocus tracking even at 4K 120p slow motion.

Key Features

• Professional model with 1.4x maximum magnification
• Up to 2.8x magnification with the optional 2x teleconverter
• Sharp, detailed results from a G Master optical design
• 11-blade aperture for smooth, rounded bokeh
• Fast and silent XD linear motor technology
• Keeps pace with 120fps burst shooting and tracks subjects at 4K 120p
• Compatible with Active Stabilisation
• Nano AR Coating II reduces flare and ghosting
• Compact 67mm filter thread
• Weather-sealed design
• Weighs 646g and measures 81.4 x 147.9mm

In More Detail

G Master optical design

As a flagship G Master, this delivers exceptional sharpness, clarity and minimised optical aberrations. The optical design features 17 elements arranged in 13 groups, which include two extra-low dispersion (ED) glass elements that minimise chromatic aberration, and two extreme aspherical (XA) elements that maintain edge-to-edge sharpness while suppressing distortion. The use of XA elements also helps to create smooth, natural bokeh, which is enhanced by the 11-blade circular aperture.

Advanced Nano AR Coating II is applied to reduce the effects of flare and ghosting, even in backlit conditions when shooting towards the sun.

Sample © Kyle van Bavel. Taken with the A7R V. Settings: 1/3200 sec. f/5.6. ISO 400

Professional magnification

This macro lens gets even closer than 1:1 magnification by reaching up to 1.4x maximum magnification natively, which enables even more detailed close-ups of insects, flowers, textures, and other tiny subjects. For even greater reach, it is compatible with the Sony 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverter, extending maximum magnification up to a staggering 2.8x.

The minimum focus distance is also just 0.26m, giving you plenty of working range whether you are shooting at closer distances or capturing more creative close-up stills and video.

Lightning fast focus

Autofocus is driven by an XD Linear Motor system, which is found in high-end lenses like the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II. This system generates high thrust while remaining extremely quiet and very precise, ensuring fast and accurate focusing, even when elements need to move significantly at this level of telephoto reach.

The internal floating focus design keeps operation consistent across the focusing range while maintaining balance. Full-time DMF (Direct Manual Focus) is also supported, allowing you to make instant manual adjustments without switching from AF mode.

Sample © Kyle van Bavel. Taken with the A7R V. Settings: 1/640 sec. f/5.6. ISO 1000

Perfect for stills and video

It includes built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation, which combines with in-body Active Stabilisation on compatible Sony Alpha cameras for stable handheld shooting. This is particularly useful at high magnifications where even tiny vibrations can affect sharpness.

The XD focus system is near-silent, , while Linear Response MF provides a natural manual focus feel.  The lens is also compatible with Active Stabilisation , which compensates for camera shake during video recording, especially when in motion.

Compact professional lens design

Despite advanced optics and high magnification, this is a relatively compact model, which weighs 646g and measures 81.4 x 147.9mm, with a 67mm front filter thread for attaching UV, CPL or other creative filters.

The mount is a sealed for dust and moisture resistance, which supports reliable outdoor use during poor conditions. A bayonet-style hood provides extra protection and shade when shooting in bright conditions, reducing the effects of incidental light.

Sample © Peter Sabol. Taken with the A1 II + 2x teleconverter @200mm. Settings: 1/100 sec. f/9. ISO 1600

Specifications

What's in the Box

• Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS Lens
• Hood ALC-SH173
• Lens front cap ALC-F67S
• Lens rear cap ALC-R1EM
• Soft case