Sony's new patent application: covering 800mm F5.6 and 400mmF4

On April 15, 2025, Sony's patent application for super telephoto lenses was made public, involving optical system designs for focal lengths such as 400mmF2.8, 500mmF4, 800mmF5.6, and 400mmF4.

Patent information summary:

P2025063175

Publication number:

Publication date:

April 15, 2025

Invention name:

Optical system and imaging device

Application date:

January 14, 2025 (derived from the division of the application on June 1, 2020)

Applicant:

Sony Corporation

Technical goal:

Develop a lightweight, flexible, and excellent image quality telephoto optical system that is compatible with high-pixel sensors and lightweight mirrorless camera bodies, with better weight distribution and portability.

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