OM System
M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO
Micro Four Thirds Mount
World-first 2:1 macro telephoto with 5-axis Sync IS and IP53 weather sealing.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Feb 2023
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 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO
Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO has higher Max magnification (2 × vs 0.3 ×)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO has lower Weight (453 g vs 1045 g)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO has lower Min focus distance (22.4 cm vs 40 cm)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO has higher OIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 4.5 stops)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO has lower Length (136 mm vs 200 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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⌀69 × 136 mm
453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO is 64mm shorter and 19mm narrower than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO is 592 g lighter 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 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO
- ✓
Max magnification
2 × vs 0.3 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
453 g vs 1045 g — lower is better
- ✓
Control ring
Only M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO supports it
- ✓
Min focus distance
22.4 cm vs 40 cm — lower is better
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 4.5 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Super ED
- ✓
Length
136 mm vs 200 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
69 mm vs 88 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Super ED
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/3.5 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/3.5 — 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 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO
Pros
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Micro Four Thirds mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO
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.