The new Sony 100-400mm f/5.6-8 lens is perfect for first-time super-telephoto users. It’s compact and lightweight, high-quality and affordable – making it a wonderful option for a large set of hobbyist photographers, from birders to parents. You don’t have to take our word for it, others have been sharing their thoughts after getting hands-on with the new lens. See what they’re saying about the 100-400mm f/5.6-8.
Reviewers share their thoughts on the new Sony 100-400mm f/5.6-8
TheCameraStoreTV
“I think Sony’s got a winner on their hands here.” – Dave Paul
B&H Photo Video Pro Audio
“Allowing hobbyists and beginners to get full access to their camera’s capabilities on a budget is just a really nice touch. And I think once people pick this up, they’re really going to fall in love with it.” - Matt Matkin
Adorama
“I think the biggest strength is that it gives you serious telephoto reach in a package that’s light enough to carry everywhere.“-Sal D’Alia
Sidney Diongzon
“Not going to lie, I’m loving this lens.”
Jan Wagener
“You get a lens that doesn’t fully break the bank, has good image quality, good auto-focusing performance, and lets you shoot a great variety of different subjects. But I think this compact size will also appear to many experienced photographers who simply want a telephoto lens they can take anywhere.” – Jan Wagener
Duade Paton
“I had such a good time, and I think that’s a testament to any lens or any gear. If you can get out in the field and just lose yourself and enjoy yourself, it means that you’re not fighting with the gear and that it’s complementing your style. And for me, that’s exactly what this lens was.” – Duade Paton
Brad Deel
“If you’re looking for a high-level performer, without that high-level price.” – Brad Deel
Wex Photo Video
“What excites me most about this, is we finally have an accessible Sony lens for people trying to do wildlife, travel, sports – anything like that, at an affordable price, and it’s really easy to carry around.” - Alejandro
Jason Vong
“This 100-400 fills that gap. Combine this with the Alpha 7 V, and we have ourselves a banging starter kit for casual sports and birds.” – Jason Vong
Colby Brown
" I took this lens with me to Brazil to photograph the amazing wildlife in the Pantanal region and it absolutely did NOT disappoint!" – Colby Brown
Mark Galer’s Camera Channel
“We’ve shaved off quite a lot of size. It’s less than half the weight of that 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 aperture G Master. A lot of people who are interested in something a lot smaller, are probably going to be interested in this new lens.” – Mark Galer
–Click here to learn more about the 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6
