Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G Lens Additional Coverage

Here is our additional coverage for the new Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G lens. So what we know from the official announcement is that the FE 20-70mm F4 G standard zoom lens will be available around the start of February at a recommended price of $1099. You can check pre-order options at B&H Photo/Adorama/Amazon. Sony also announced the development of a new FE 300mm f/2.8 G Master OSS lens that will be released in 2024.

Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G Press Release

Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 G Development Press Release

Key Features & Specs:

Compact and lightweight ultra-wide-to-standard zoom lens for full-frame E-mount
20-70mm focal length range (30-105mm-eq. on APS-C)
F4-F22 aperture range with 9-bladed circular aperture
16 elements in 13 groups, including 2 AA, 3 ED, 1 ED Aspherical, and 1 Aspherical element
0.39x maximum magnification
0.25m (9.8″) minimum focus
2x XD Linear motor AF system
Linear Response focus motors
Active Mode image stabilizaton compatible
Manual aperture ring with de-click toggle switch
Aperture (iris) lock switch
2 customizable Focus Hold function buttons
72mm filter thread
Weight: 488g (17.2 oz.)
Dimensions (L x D): 99mm x 78.8mm (3.89 in. x 3.09 in.)
Dust and moisture resistant construction; Fluorine coating
MSRP: $1,099 USD ($1,499 CAD)