OM System
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS
Micro Four Thirds Mount
300–1200mm-equiv. super-tele zoom with 0.7× magnification at 56 cm, Sync IS, and 2060 g body.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
Sony
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Sony E Mount
The standard telephoto zoom, completely redesigned to be 29% lighter and significantly sharper.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS
Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS has higher Max magnification (0.7 × vs 0.3 ×)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/6.3)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Weight (1045 g vs 2060 g)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/5)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Min focus distance (40 cm vs 56 cm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS
⌀109 × 264 mm
2060 g (4.54 lb / 72.66 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS is 64mm longer and 21mm wider than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS is 1015 g heavier than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS
- ✓
Control ring
Only M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.7 × vs 0.3 × — higher is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 4 Super ED
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 4.5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/6.3 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Super ED
- ✓
Weight
1045 g vs 2060 g — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/5 — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
40 cm vs 56 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
200 mm vs 264.4 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 109.4 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Pros
- ✓Extremely lightweight for an f/2.8 telephoto zoom (only 1045g)
- ✓Virtually instantaneous and silent autofocus with 4 XD Linear motors
- ✓Stunning optical performance and contrast across entire range
- ✓Outstanding built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring with click and lock switches
Cons
- –Very high price tag
- –Lens hood is bulky and can block storage space easily
Decided which one is right for you?
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.