Lens Comparison
Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM vs Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS
Key Differences
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM has a better min focus distance (27 cm vs 90 cm).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/4.5).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM has a better weight (524g (1.16 lb) vs 854g (1.88 lb)).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM has a better length (96mm vs 143.5mm).
- Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM has a better aperture blades (11 vs 9).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 35mm | 70-300mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 14 | 19 |
| Optical Groups | 10 | 13 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 63° – 63° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | DDSSM |
| Focus Limiter | No | Yes |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 27 cm | 90 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x | 0.31x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | No |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,399 | $1,499 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 72mm |
| Diameter | 76mm | 84mm |
| Length | 96mm | 143.5mm |
| Weight | 524g (1.16 lb) | 854g (1.88 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |







