The world's lightest G Master 600mm f/6.3 for handheld super-telephoto shooting
Unrivaled G Master image quality and advanced AF come together in a 600mm prime lens that redefines super-telephoto prime potential. With a compact E-mount body you have a perfectly balanced, mobile system that can capture sharp details of wildlife that cannot be approached closely with unprecedented ease, even when handheld. Explore a new world of super-telephoto freedom.
A lightweight, compact 600mm prime
This high-performance 600 mm F6.3 super-telephoto prime lens weighs just 995 g (35.1 oz.)*2 despite offering innovative G MasterTM optics and extraordinary image quality. Balance is excellent too, affording smooth, easy handling and minimum fatigue when shooting handheld. Overall length is just 263 mm (10-3/8 in.) for outstanding mobility.
G Master sharpness for breathtaking detail
Super ED (Extra-low Dispersion) and ED glass elements in an advanced G Master optical design minimize aberration for stunning resolution, while Sony’s Nano AR Coating II suppresses flare and ghosting for superior clarity and contrast, even in backlit conditions that are often encountered when shooting wildlife and other outdoor subjects.
Individually optimized for exquisite bokeh
In addition to featuring an innovative new optical design, the spherical aberration of each lens is individually calibrated to deliver optimum bokeh quality. An 11-blade circular aperture contributes to smooth, beautiful ball bokeh. Gorgeous G MasterTM bokeh can really make subjects stand out, especially at a super-telephoto focal length.
Fast, precise AF captures the moment
Two of Sony's advanced XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors and a refined algorithm bring out the full AF potential of the latest camera bodies. Focus and subject tracking are fast, precise, and quiet. Unpredictable subject movement is reliably tracked and captured, even when shooting 120 fps*3 bursts with the α9 III body.
A great choice for movies
Innovative lens technology ensures that focus breathing is effectively suppressed for smooth, professional-looking movies. The XD Linear Motor drive system and circular aperture unit are quiet too, so movie audio won’t be spoiled by lens noise or vibration. Linear Response MF supports direct, intuitive manual focus control when needed.
1200 mm with optional teleconverter
An optional teleconverter*4 can be used to extend focal length up to 1200 mm for even greater reach when you want to capture distant wildlife or other subjects.
Enhanced shooting freedom and control
Optical image stabilization with selectable modes delivers stable framing and sharp images when shooting handheld. The lens and a compatible body can work in concert for even more effective stabilization. *5
Customizable for any shooting style
Four focus hold buttons allow easy access in any orientation. A function ring can be assigned to control APS-C/Full Frame switching, Preset Focus, *6 or Power Focus. A dedicated switch is also provided for optical stabilization ON/OFF switching and mode selection.
Quick, easy focus adjustment
If focus locks onto the wrong subject, it can be returned to the intended subject simply by rotating the focus ring when the Full-time DMF switch is ON. A Focus Range Limit switch allows the lens’s focus range to be limited for faster focusing. This type of detailed control significantly enhances overall focus flexibility.
Reliable in challenging outdoor conditions
A dust and moisture resistant*7 design ensures high reliability in outdoor conditions where light rain and airborne dust might otherwise be a problem. The front lens element features a fluorine coating that prevents contaminants from sticking to the lens surface while making it easier to clean.
Features:
- World’s lightest 600mm f/6.3 full-frame super-telephoto prime
- Just 2.2 lbs and 10.35" long for exceptional handheld mobility
- G MasterTM resolution with outstanding corner-to-corner sharpness
- Fast, precise AF powered by two high-thrust XD Linear Motors
- Reliable subject tracking for wild birds and sports
- Optical SteadyShot with selectable modes for sharp handheld shots
- Smooth bokeh from an 11-blade circular aperture
- Nano AR Coating II effectively suppresses flare and ghosting
- Up to 1200mm reach with optional 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters
- Dust/moisture resistance with fluorine front-element coating
Compatible With:
Lenses:
- Sony FE Full Frame Cameras
- Sony E Mount APSC Cameras (900mm 35mm-equivalent focal length)
Filters:
Teleconverters:
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Sony 1.4x teleconverter SEL14TC
- Sony 2.0x teleconverter SEL20TC
Dimensions:
Φ 4.25” x L: 10.35”
Weight:
2.19 lbs
Manufacturer SKU:
SEL600F63GM
In The Box:
Sony FE 600mm f/6.3 GM OSS Lens
Sony Front Lens Cap ALC-F695
Sony Rear Lens Cap ALC-R1EM
Sony Lens Hood Round Shape Bayonet Type ALC-SH189
Sony Soft Case
Sony Case Strap
Sony Lens Strap
Tripod Mount
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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Footnotes:
- As of the Sep. 2026 product announcement. Sony survey of full-frame super-telephoto lenses with a maximum aperture of F6.3 or faster that include a 600 mm focal length.
- Not including the tripod foot.
- Sony tests. Maximum continuous shooting speed may be lower in some conditions.
- SEL14TC and SEL20TC teleconverters supported.
- Refer to Sony’s support site for compatible camera body info: https://www.sony.net/dics/fnc1002/
- Functions that can be assigned to the Function Ring will depend on the camera used. Refer to the corresponding camera Help Guide for details. Some functions may not be available with some cameras; in such cases Power Focus is assigned by default.
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Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof.
