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Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World
Hillary K. Grigonis

Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II review: A lens that proves workhorses don’t have to be heavy

The Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens on the SOny A7R V.

The f/2.8 workhorses are widely loved, but putting an ultra-bright aperture inside a pro-grade zoom tends to create a heavy optic. When Sony reimagined its popular GM Series 70-200mm, however, it shaved off nearly a third of the weight. The Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II continues the GM series’ legacy of sharpness and speed, but in a form factor that feels less like a workout.

I spent some time photographing portraits and action with the Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II – and found a few surprises.

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