Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro GM OSS Lens
The Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS delivers 1.4x native magnification for capturing intricate detail at close range. Its G Master optical design combines XA and ED elements with Sony’s Nano AR Coating II to achieve high resolution and refined contrast across the frame. The 11-blade diaphragm produces smooth background defocus, while Optical SteadyShot and internal focusing ensure stable handling for handheld photography and video.
Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS Lens Key Features:
- Full-frame E-mount macro lens delivering 1.4x magnification
- G Master optical build featuring 17 elements in 13 groups
- XA and ED elements control aberrations and preserve edge-to-edge sharpness
- Bright f2.8 aperture supports low-light shooting and shallow depth of field
- Nano AR Coating II reduces flare and maintains contrast in intense light
- Get closer to your subject with a 0.26m minimum focusing distance
- 11-blade diaphragm for rounded bokeh and smooth background defocus
- Optical SteadyShot stabilisation improves stability for handheld shooting
- Floating internal focus design keeps the lens length consistent
- XD Linear Motors drive fast, quiet and precise autofocus at close range
- Full-time DMF and Linear Response MF allow accurate manual adjustments
- Customisable focus hold button and limiter maximise user control
- Weather-sealed build with fluorine coating protects against dust and moisture
- Compatible with 1.4x and 2x teleconverters for up to 2.8x magnification
- 67mm filter thread for attaching optional accessories
What’s new?
The Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS is the first Sony lens to exceed the standard 1.0x macro ratio, delivering 1.4x magnification natively and up to 2.8x with the optional 2x teleconverter (SEL20TC). This ratio makes it unique within Sony’s macro line, surpassing the current FE 50mm f2.8 and FE 90mm f2.8 macro options. A 0.26m minimum focus distance allows for extremely tight framing, while the longer focal length preserves working distance compared to shorter macro lenses. As the first macro in the G Master series, it also introduces advanced XA and ED elements, along with Nano AR Coating II, delivering the resolution, contrast, and refined bokeh that define Sony’s flagship optics.
G Master optical design
As a Sony G Master lens, the FE 100mm f2.8 Macro OSS features an advanced optical design of 17 elements in 13 groups. Two extreme aspherical (XA) elements work alongside two extra-low dispersion (ED) elements to control spherical and chromatic aberrations, maintaining sharpness and clarity from the centre of the frame to the corner. Nano AR Coating II is applied across key surfaces to reduce flare and ghosting when shooting in intense light, ensuring consistent contrast and colour accuracy. The rounded 11-blade diaphragm complements this resolution with smooth, natural background defocus, allowing fine subject detail to be isolated cleanly at both close and mid-range distances.
Autofocus and stabilisation
Four XD Linear Motors drive the floating internal focusing system, providing this Sony macro lens with fast, precise, and near-silent autofocus, even at high magnification, where accuracy is critical. Linear Response MF also ensures the focus ring reacts directly and predictably, which is essential for repeatable focus pulls in video. In combination with Optical SteadyShot, this lens counteracts the small exaggerated movements frequently found in macro photography to provide sharp results even when handheld.
Handling and control
The FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS provides a set of physical controls designed to make operation faster and more intuitive. The focus range limiter shortens AF acquisition when subjects fall within a set range, and the DMF switch engages Direct Manual Focus, allowing users to refine focus instantly after AF locks. A customisable focus hold button provides direct access to functions like Eye AF or subject tracking. Internal focusing maintains a constant lens length, preserving balance on gimbals and follow-focus rigs. The focus and aperture rings offer consistent resistance and a precise tactile response, enabling accurate adjustments in close-up photography, studio setups, and rig-based video production.
Weather-sealed G Master build
Sony has engineered the FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS with a weather-sealed design that resists dust and moisture, and a rubber gasket around the lens mount that helps protect the sensor chamber. A fluorine coating on the front element repels water, oil and fingerprints, ensuring the glass remains easy to maintain. Measuring 81.4 x 147.9mm and weighing 646g, this professional macro lens combines portability with the durable construction standards of the G Master series.
What’s in the box?
- 1 x Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS Lens
- 1 x Lens Hood ALC-SH173
- 1 x Front Cap ALC-F67S
- 1 x Rear Cap ALC-R1EM
- 1 x Soft Case
FAQs:
Is the Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS Lens compatible with teleconverters?
This Sony 100mm macro lens is compatible with both the SEL14TC 1.4x and SEL20TC 2.0x teleconverters. Using the SEL20TC increases maximum magnification from 1.4x to 2.8x, allowing users to capture subjects at nearly three times life size. Autofocus and Optical SteadyShot stabilisation continue to operate with both converters, providing users with extended reach without compromising functionality.
Can I use the Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS Lens on an APS-C camera?
Yes. Mounting the FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS lens on an APS-C E-mount body provides a 150mm equivalent focal length. The angle of view narrows from 24° on full-frame to 16° on APS-C, which offers tighter framing that suits tele-macro work such as insects, product detail or compressed close-up compositions.
Can I use filters with the Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS Lens?
The FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS accepts 67mm screw-in filters, including circular polarisers, ND filters and protective glass. Internal focusing keeps the front element fixed, so polarising and graduated filters hold their set position during focusing.
Does the Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS Lens support advanced Alpha series features?
Yes. The FE 100mm f2.8 Macro G Master OSS integrates fully with Sony Alpha bodies, supporting high-frame-rate capture up to 120 fps, advanced subject tracking and in-body Active Stabilisation. Autofocus remains accurate even during 4K 120p slow-motion recording, giving users consistent performance in demanding video production.
Sony FE 100mm f2.8 Macro GM OSS Lens - Sample Images
Product Specification
| Angle Of View | Full Frame: 24° APS-C: 16° |
| Aperture Blades | 11 |
| Autofocus Motor | XD Linear Motor |
| Colour | Black |
| Enlargement Ratio | 1.4x |
| Filter Thread [mm] | 67 |
| Focal Length ~ Wide [mm] | 100.0 |
| Hood Model | ALC-SH173 |
| Included Accessories | Lens Hood ALC-SH173, Front Cap ALC-F67S, Rear Cap ALC-R1EM, Soft Case |
| Lens Elements | 17 |
| Lens Groups | 13 |
| Lens Mount | Sony FE-Mount |
| Lens Type | Macro Prime |
| Max Aperture ~ Wide | 2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | 22 |
| Minimum Focus Distance [m] | 0.26 |
| Sensor Format | Full Frame |
| Size | 81.4 x 147.9 mm |
| Tele~Converter Compatibility | Yes |
| Weight [g] | 646.00 |
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