Since Nature photography is included here. The 90mm Macro should be considered. It’s one of the best macros ever made.

I’d say you have the best breakdown on KZfaq at the moment. Thanks for that.

I cant believe i watched whole 45 minutes of the video without skipping a minute of it. THATS CALLED THE REAL REVIEW. THANK YOU.

Patrick, thank you for making this video. Really do appreciate it.

Just bought the 200-600. Thank you for your help. I am a hobby photographer and wow did this do a great job of outlining the current lineup.

As you know Patrick I am not afraid to moan when I don't like a video but this is an AWESOME video. You've really covered so much and its really helpful for those of us looking to invest in Sony kit. Thanks for taking the time to put this together. I still hope Sony launch a 300 2.8 in the not too distant future...

Really great video. Appreciate you making it👍🏽

Two weeks ago, I part exchanged my 100 - 400mm G Master + SEL20TC for a 200 - 600mm + SEL14TC. Unfortunately, the weather has not been ideal of late, but I did get out with my A9 + 200 - 600mm for five hours a couple of days ago. What I can state so far is: as a wildlife photographer, the 200 - 600mm matches my expectations and produces the results I had hoped for. I managed to capture a Swallow in flight just above the ground, a Dragonfly in flight, just above the ground, a Hover Fly, in flight at a distance of about 3 metres and a Magpie in flight against a tree cluttered background. Focusing speed and lock on are exceptionally fast and zooming between 200 to 600 is really quick. I have yet to test it out with my SEL14TC or my Kenko extension tubes, but so far I am impressed. I will also have to test it out with my A7III at some stage; but that is not a priority. Top job Sony.

Really enjoy your videos. Always comes across as someone who knows the product and lot of experience.

I got in a bit late on the preorders for the 200-600 but i cant wait to use it on my a6400.

Two years later! Excellent video thank you. Most informative.

Great and helpful info as always!

You did great with this video. One of the best comparisons I’ve watched for a wile now, I have the 100-400 and love it. The lengthy video was well worth it. THANK YOU

Great work Patrick, I got the 400 f2.8 a few weeks ago and am blown away, super happy with it

your content is so great. infomrative, calm, objective opintions....no annoying music. keep doing whatr you're doing and thanks for sharing all your wisdom

Great and thorough information. My wife and I booked a vacation to Cabo for this October. We realized after watching KZfaq videos about Cabo that we would be well served to invest in a good camera. So after reviewing what's out there, we settled for an a6000. We have been loving learning photography, and of course now it's all about the glass. Thanks for this very useful review!!! God bless!

I thought I was going to skip through this but here I am 47 minutes later typing this, and I'm not even in the market for those two big boys on the right! Great presentation.

A very in depth review. Thank you for explaining them in details along with the experiences of using them

Great video Patrick, you are very kind man!

Thx you for this, felt like you were always making sense

Incredibly comprehensive and helped me make a decision on the Sony FE 200-600mm f5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens. Cheers!

Just fantastic thank you very much . Just ordered the 600 F4 GM

200600 will be my upcoming gift in the next week

This is great, I have been waiting for you to do this. I have 4 of these lens, including the 200-600mm. I agree with your comments about the 100-400mm with a x1.4. I almost did not buy the 200-600mm, but then I see it as a 400-600mm lens and more with the x1.4. Also love the T shirt!

Thanks for this video, it's so helpful! Your knowledge and experience came off naturally and you made clear the benefits and purpose of each lens and focal length. I was planning to get the 100-400mm (I used the 70-200 F/4 at the Chicago Air and Water Show and I enjoyed it but wished I had more reach... but I mostly shoot autocross) but your talking about the logarithmic increase every 100mm and the new galaxy of bokeh has me curious about how 400-600mm looks.

What a phenomenal video, thank you.

Very happy to stumble across this video. I primarily do video/photo for live bands in small venues and have loved the 24mm 1.4 GM and 24-105mm F4 G for that purpose, but as I'm looking to get into college sports I feel like the 200-600 and 135mm are going to make an amazing combo.

Thanks so much for a very informative video!!

A great review!!! I’m still using my Tamron 150-600mm w/ the MC11 and it works, but I’m ready to sell it and the three other Tamron/Canon lenses and get that transition over with. I’ve been holding onto some of my Canon gear just because it was my buddy for a long time... but it’s over. I don’t use the 150-600 a lot but when I do it’s so worth it. With the Covid issue and no live events, I certainly have time to wait for one to be in stock. But I think it’s time to finally let go of the Canon side completely. I can’t see ever going back, and can’t imaging having to replace lenses yet again. Thank you for this review, it was far more valuable than you think.

Thanks for your sincere and honest opinions!

Wow. Thank you for the depth of this video. I’ve been going back and forth between the 200-600 and the 100-400, and it looks like I’m going with the 200-600! Thanks for all the info! I have the 85 prime (and I think I’ll keep it after watching this!)

Great work! ....thank you very much! ...just purchased the 200-600 and it is amazing as you say, and at the price point, a no-brainer.

Nice job Pat. Your recommendations have been spot on for me. Sold my last piece of Nikon gear last month. The 100-400 breezed through spring sports and I expect it to do the same this fall. I love lenses that make money every time I pick them up!

You're prediction was right, the 200-600 is still pretty consistently sold out to this day on both Sony's website and other retailers. Just finally got my hands on one at Best Buy for a good price and I can't wait to try it out. Thanks for the video, great stuff!

Having followed bloggers and vloggers for years it's rare for me to be surprised. But I was here. Even if I'm not half interested in the lenses (I am when I dream but..) Very nice walkthrough. Thumps up and thanks for a pleasant time. Just got the 200-600 btw 🙂

Sooo helpful! Thanks!

great video ! thanks

Patrick, your videos have all been an incredible resource for me as an aspiring event/sports shooter. My journey with Sony started with this video. I have probably watched it over 20 times! I've rented the 135gm and LOVED it. I'm trying to convince myself I need that lens (even though I own the workhorse 70-200gm ii). I would love a video showcasing some of your favorite sports images (especially High School) where you used specific lenses to achieve the shots you were anticipating/looking for. My favorite combo for basketball is the 70-200/35gm, however I'd love to find instances where I can use the 135. Thanks again!

Thank you Patrick. Exactly what i needed. I've been working as a photojournalist, doing lot of sport phoography, mainly athletics. I've been using Nikons, buts since they seem to lost the MILC battle, i've been thinking seriously to move on to SONY system. So you gave me a very good starting point on which leneses i should concentrate on. Thank you!

P M-R, your best vid yet! Packed with insightful information. I felt like I bumped into you at a hotel and we went out to the local watering hole to talk about glass and I walked (stumbled?) home with a bunch of insider information. One of these days I'll switch from Canon to Sony...dunno know if it will be the A7RIV or A9II. But darn you as I always thought my first three lenses would be the Holy Trinity. Now you got me salivating over the 135, 100-400 and 200-600. I guess what it boils down to is what do you envision yourself shooting. As a hobbyist, I shoot every genre, day and night. Thank you for your honest and candid thoughts, both in the video and in the comments. I'm sure once I dive in I'll watch this vid half a dozen times. Actually, I do have a question: in what order do you think they'll make the Mark II version and what about it will be different? Say, the first three MII lenses.

Great quote referring to his 100-400mm lens ‘you don’t want to go to a game with this thing because it doesn’t make you look like a real photographer’ !!!

Not to mention, the 100-400 connected to the a7rii or the new a7riv, going to crop mode you're getting 150mm-600mm at 5.6 (I typically just set the aperture at 5.6 so it stays constant). Of course, I haven't done this yet, but possibly getting the a7riii soon. I am currently doing this with the a7iii, but obviously the file size isn't a large, still usable though!

Fantastic info. Thank you

Amazing Video... This was so informative... Thank you

Another great video! I am going on a family trip to Hawaii soon and am planning on shooting some North Shore surfing. I have an a7RIV and was going to use my 20-200 GM with a 2X tele in crop mode to get the range. I am concerned that it still won't be enough so am thinking about renting a 100-400 with a 1.4 tele instead. I only have room for one larger lens in the bag (can't fit a 200-600 ). How do you think a 100-400 with 1.4 X would compare sharpness-wise (etc) to a 70-200 with a 2X for surf shots and general tele use? I'll have a 16-35 GM for my walking-around lens.Thanks!!

Great and very informative video! I just wish there were some sample photos thrown in so we have examples to look at ;)

Super helpfull, thank you!

I got my Sony 200-600mm delivered here in Shanghai about a week ago. Oh boy, what a performance on my Sony A9. And even when paired with the Sony A6400 this lens shines - this combo works much better than the 100-400mm paired with the A6400. For Wildlife this 200-600mm zoom is clearly a winner.

Great video, thank you sir!

Thanks Pat great job.👍🏽

Talking about the 400 and 600 and your preference for the 600, for me the advent of the a7RIV 61 megapixels definitely make me stay with the 400 due to the 1.5X cropped image giving me a 600 mm and about 21 megapixels file (a file almost as big as with he a9 not cropped). I always try to get as close as possible to the subjects and seldom use the 1.4X but if I do, it will have a 840 mm f 5.6. The a7RIV is an awesome wildlife camera although not as fast as the a9 but he AF capabilities are close; I use both.

Just got my A9. Was up in the air on what long lens to get. Had picked the 200-600 and I am glad I did. Pulling the pin tonight. Thanks

This video was not confusing at all and went into great details that anyone considering these lenses would want to know. I do have a short question however, I own the 100-400 and also the 1.4 cony TC. Having used the 1.4 on the lens I wasn't exactly happy with the results but I'm wondering if the camera is a factor, I'm using the Sony A7R3 not the A9. I found I'd rather just use the 100-400 and crop rather than add the 1.4 in nearly every situation. Would this be a different scenario with a camera like the the A9? My next body will be the A9 or A9ii for sure. Thanks once again for a very helpful video, liked and subscribed.

Great video/info, what are your thoughts with the 200-600 and the a7R lll

GREAT VIDEO! VERY GOOD JOB!

Thank you for your great video.

Mark Smith shoots birds with a 600F4. He really shows what that lens can do. Great video!!! Thank you!

Great video I like the no bs. I ended up ordering a 200-600. Thanks

Great review

such great info

Thank you for your video really it help me, I just ordered a9ii + 200600, included 70200GM & 2470GM, Im very happy with my decision 👍👍👍

Great, really great video. The 200-600 G is a phenomenal lens (and now the mark ii 70-200 GM is unstoppable). I use both lenses with the 1.4x Tele, and both the 1.4x and 2x Tele on the 70-200 GM II. Oh, and I love my 135 GM and the 50 1.2 GM.

I so enjoyed your talk on all the lenses, I'm waiting for my 200-600mm to arrive, at the moment I have an a6000 you mentioned it on your talk, I was wondering to upgrade my camera or will my a6000 be ok?

Absolutely killer video however still has me question what to do. My daughter has been pretty heavy in sports photography both indoor/ outdoor and all types of light situations(highschool and getting into college sports) She currently uses and loves the 70-200 with the 2.8. However realized especially with being on the soccer pitch the long distance is just not there but doesn’t want to loose out on the aperture.she is using a Sony a7iii. Which would you recommend between the 100-400 and 200-600? She does not do much wildlife photography. Thank you!

The 200-600 will be mine as soon as I sell some older gear! Great review!

Great vid! What would you pick for shooting swimming? To pair with either an A7RIV and A7SIII? I own both cameras and would like to have some advice between these

Got the 100 to 400 G Master on your recommendation from one of your original videos, have it on my a 6500 virtually all the time. It is a phenomenal lens for Birds, Sports, and even macro photography. I haven't yet put an extension tube on it but would like to try that as well. Thanks for your recommendations and this grade recap. Might have to think about that 200 to 600 for birds.

Thank you for taking the time to make this detailed video. I’m considering the 200-600 for motorsport. I was wondering how good the autofocus accuracy is ? I’m currently using an A9ii and my lens kit also includes a 100-400 GM.

Awesome video! Curious what sports you use the 135 for? Would you consider the 135 overlap if I already have the 70-200? Camera is A9ii.

I appreciate your video, it was very helpful. I do have a question. I usually do a lot more scenery and micro photography with my A7iii but do shoot high school Lacrosse which is usually in the evening and or at night. Right now I am using an APS-C 70-350 (4.5-6.3) and it does fine but would like to purchase a better lens for doing this and be able to also use it for some wildlife. I am still torn between the 70-200 F2, the 100-400 GM and the 200-600G. Do you have any recommendations and reasons to go with one over the other. Most of the time I am allowed to be on the sideline but at away games I may have to pick a spot at one end of the field. Thank you in advance.

Terrific video. I am lucky to have most of these lenses except for the 600. I shot lots of motorsports and your comments were very helpful. You mentioned monopods so I am curious which brands do you recommend. Thankmyou.

Good explanation of all these nice lenses, take one according to your budget!

Hey Patrick! So I have a question that I'm sure you will know easy enough... I shoot action if dogs with the A9 and my 135 GM aswell as the 2-600. The photography side I am fine with, however... I am really struggling to nail focus IN VIDEO of fast moving subjects coming directly at the camera. It's as though the Focus just wont lock and hold onto my subjects face. Also... it's as though I cannot track moving subjects in video and still have access to the IS as I lose it when I focus. The camera stop tracking the dog but the IS kicks in. When i leave the camera to try track in wide without pressing anything, it tries to track the dog but there is no IS kicking in. If you were to video fast moving subjects coming directly at you, what would your settings look like? Maybe I am asking a bit much of the A9 I have no idea. Maybe I need an A1 to achieve this, which is fine as its my next camera upgrade. Keep up the great work bro

Great video. Im tossed between the 100-400 and the 200-600... Im pretty certain ill do the 200-600 for the extra reach. But a great video...Cheers

Excellent review. 💯

Personally, I bought the 100-400 a few weeks before Sony announced the 200-600. I’m kinda glad it worked out that way because I’d be tempted by the price and the range on the 200-600, but I would probably not like the size and weight. Having rented the 100-400 before I was blown away by the GM resolution, build quality, speed, and even things like the color rendition that seemed better. I think I’m going to get the 1.4X teleconverter for it to make it a 140-560mm f/6.3 to f/8, which isn’t too far off from the 200-600 with a lot note versatility. I’ll be shooting with the 1.4X outside in the sun most of the time anyway.

Own the “street sweeper” Love this lens.Its a powerhouse.

Thanks so much - great video!! I’m shooting high school rowing, mostly near the finish lines (though sometimes at the midpoint of the race), so as my team’s boat approaches I only see the backs of the rowers - and I don’t see their faces until they pass me. So, I currently use the 70-200gmii or the 200-600mm depending on the venue. After your video, I’m feeling tons of FOMO regarding the two big prime lenses. Should I start saving up for the 400 and/or 600? And, if both, which one should I buy first to enhance my crew work? Thanks!

Thank you for taking the time to create this educational video. I'm trying to decide on a lens to shoot High School Varsity football at night. I'll be shooting all of the games from the sidelines. I currently have an a9 with 100-400 lens and 70-200 f4.0. I also have a 1.4x converter. I will be selling my 70-200 F4 for a f2.8 later this week so i can at least use that lens with the 1.4 x converter. I also shoot with a a6500 as a backup. I'm currently budgeted for about 6k and I'm willing to invest in new or used glass providing me the best performance from my a9. What lens should I invest in?

I shoot wildlife and pre-ordered the 200-600 almost as soon as it was available to do so. I agree that it will be very popular. I had a Sigma 150-600 C when I shot Canon (and I used it a bit with my a7r3, my first Sony camera) but I found the AF was slow and hunted too much once I switched to Sony and was using it with the MC-11 adapter. So I sold it as part of my switch over. I'm really excited to get this lens, essentially the same as the Sigma with the big added benefit of being a native Sony with more updated tech features. Great vid!

Thank you!

Hi Pat! Thank you for your great insights on Sony especially the 400mm f2.8 and the 600mm f4. I primarily shoot wildlife and nature now although I have shot for the better part of 15 years agility dogs and motor sports racing. I have done both of these professionally for publications and events on a pro level. Now, I mostly lead photo workshops to various parts of the world. My last two workshops I lead were to Tanzania. When not in Africa, I do a lot of BIF at home but I love shooting larger wildlife too. I sell some at local galleries, teach, and do critiques. I shoot with an A1 and an A7R3. Current long lens is the 200-600mm. I would like to move up to the 400 or the 600 but cannot afford both. I have the 1.4 teleconverter already so I can go with the 400 mm f2.8 and the 1.4 for 560mm or the 600mm f4 bare or with the 1.4. I don't typically shoot much above 600mm because I don't like the heat waves unless I can get out early enough. I follow Tin Man Lee and he leans towards the 400mm because of the extra stop of light. I want to focus on better backgrounds and earlier light as well as evening backlit shoots. Your argument for the 600mm is tugging me in that direction. I can't afford both. I was thinking of the 400mm to shoot with the 1.4 so that I could have a more versatile lens when I occasionally shot agility dogs and other arena sports. The hard decision point is that I shoot a lot more of birds and wildlife. Why not the 400mm with the 1.4 over the 600mm? I want cleaner backgrounds with as much amazing light as I can get, that is the direction I want for my art print photos. Thanks for any light you can shed on my choice. David

You can increase the equivalent focal length of the 70-200mm f/4 G by mounting it on a crop camera such as the A6600... That gives you an equivalent 105-300mm focal range...

Currently debating between the 135 GM and 70-200 GM for sports photography on the A7C. The 135 despite being a prime is very tempting being slightly more portable. For someone with the budget for only one of those two lenses which would you suggest for sports. I primarily do video on my 24-105, but want a good lens that I can slap on for stills during the game. Thanks! Glad I found this channel as it fits my needs perfectly.

From what I understand, the motor on the 200-600 is a single linear motor, that of the 400/2.8 n 600/4 have the dynamic twin linear motor?

Nice one! Anyway i have a question; what do you think to pair 400 2.8 + 1.4TC with Soy A1? Also crop mode in some extra moments could be helpful at those MP...? Thank you!

Do you still use the Sigma 120-300? How the AF tracking with the MC-11 compared to the native Sony 200-600?

Great video, it actually didn't feel long :) I think another advantage of the 200-600g is that you can go back and forth between 200 and 600mm with a 90 degrees rotation, it looks almost instantaneous and effortless, I think it's a first for a telephoto lens. What do you think?

lovely thanks

Thanks Patrick, quick question as I'm starting from scratch with Sony. What body and lens would you recommend for ringside boxing action shots?

Great video and really appreciate going in depth on all these great lenses. I am curious tho…I’m more of a Motorsport photographer than anything, and I noticed you said the 100-400 would be good. I am kind of torn on that and the 70-200 2.8 because I want the solid 2.8, but the extra 200mm would come in handy. What are your thoughts? Also, looking at the Gen 1 70-200 as that is more my price range…using an A7iii.

Great job and very helpful. I have the 70-200 f2.8 and was close to buying the 100-400, but held out long enough for the launch of the 200-600. Throw a question at you. What if you didn’t have the 400GM or 600GM and Sony launched a 500 f4 GM, would that be your “go to?” Of course the rumor mill is the 500 is on the table. Again, great video and thanks for putting in the time to do them.

I’m hoping that Sony will add the XD-linear motor to the 85MM f/1.4 GM Mark ii. Or, maybe they’ll add an 85 f/1.2 like Canon. I love my 85 1.4, but my f/1.8 actually focuses easier in low light.

I got the 400 f2.8 is sensational! i love it

Phenomenal video, it’s missing sample shots with each lens. I’m curious to know why would someone choose the 100-400 over the 70-200 with a teleconverter? How good is the background blur on the 200-600 at 6.3? Does compression compensate for slow f-stop?

"If you don't know what I'm talking about, don't worry about it" laughed my ass off there... thanks.. : D

Hi there. I’ve been torn between the 100-400 and 200-600 for air shows with a side of nature photography. I just ordered an A1 so I’m looking for a good companion lens to go with it. Any thoughts on which might be better? Previously I had been using the 24-240 on an A7R2 with moderate success, but I found myself usually at the max of 240 and wanting to go further.

Great overview of this lovely glass. As you said the 200-600 and say an a6400 makes a great relatively low cost wildlife outfit with crazy range. I had the Nikon 400f2.8fl and the Nikon 600mm f4 vr, these latest offerings from Sony are so light virtually half the weight which as you say makes a world of difference especially if using them all day. cheers. I Guess we'd all have one of each if money wasn't an issue. cheers.

Hi Patrick, great video. If you could only pick one telephoto lens would you go for 100-400 or 200-600? I'm leaning towards the 100-400 due it looks like having 100 is much more valuable than having 600... But I see a lot of great reviews on the 200-600 and it's cheaper. It's quite a difficult choice.

Fantastic thorough review Patrick! That 200-600 is tempting. I already own the 100-400 which I love so it's tough to part with. I'm leaning towards the 400 f2.8 because with that 1.4 TC, I would be at 560 f4 which I'm good for because I can take the 1.4 tc off and have the option of 2.8. I'm into wildlife photography and there have been times later in the day and early where the light is challenging. As great as the A9's ability to handle low light, I'm currently using the 100-400 with the 1.4 which puts me at f8 :( BUT, IF Sony ever comes out with a 200-400 F4 with a 1.4 TC like Canon has, I would buy it in a heartbeat. Having that ability to zoom back for wildlife is something I enjoy now and I do worry about it. BUT (to contradict myself again), the bokey from an f2.8 or f4 is just WOW! To seperate the background is worth it - especially when my wife has green lit a purchase :)