Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS vs Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS
Both are Sony E mount zooms for travel and telephoto — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS | Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 18-200mm | 70-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/4 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS opens wider (f/3.5-6.3) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS covers 18-200mm and the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS covers 70-200mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSSSee price on Amazon
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSSSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS and the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS?
The Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS is 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom, APS-C; the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS is 70-200mm f/4 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS or the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS?
The Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS — its f/3.5-6.3 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS and Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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