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FE 600mm F4 GM OSS

Sony E · Prime · FULL FRAME

3040g 600mm F4 G Master with XD Linear AF, OSS, and fluorite/ED optics.

$12,999

Launch price

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Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

600 mm

Max Aperture

f/4

Mount

Sony E

Coverage

Full Frame

Stabilization

5 stops

Weight

3040 g

Min Focus

450 cm

Filter Size

40.5 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Limited
2.5/ 10
  • · 11-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights

Sports & Action

Excellent
9.0/ 10
  • · Long telephoto reach (600mm) captures distant sports action
  • · f/4 aperture is decent for daytime sports

Video & Hybrid

Good
7.0/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is vital for steady handheld panning
  • · OIS is highly effective offering up to 5 stops of stability

Landscape

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Limited
2.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed body is prepared for varied travel climates

Wildlife

Excellent
10.0/ 10
  • · Super-telephoto focal length (600mm) brings tiny/distant subjects close
  • · Optical image stabilization is crucial to keep telephoto shots steady

Macro & Close-up

Limited
1.5/ 10
  • · OIS stabilizes macro shooting, compensating for high-magnification handshake

Pros

  • Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
  • Built-in optical image stabilization
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting

Cons

  • Premium price point
  • Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
  • Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)600 mm
Focal length (Max)600 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/4
Max aperture (Tele)f/4
Elements24
Groups18
Special elements2 Fluorite, 2 ED

Focus System

Min focus distance450 cm
Max magnification0.14 ×
Autofocus motor4 XD Linear Motors
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationYes
OIS effectiveness5 stops

Physical Specs

Weight3040 g
Length368 mm
Diameter160 mm
Filter thread size40.5 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades11

Compatibility

Lens mountSony E
Format coverageFull Frame

Features

Control ringYes
Custom function buttonYes