The Sony 2X Teleconverter (SEL20TC) is a high-performance optical extender designed to double the reach of specific Sony G Master telephoto lenses while maintaining full autofocus and exposure metadata.
| model_name | SEL20TC |
| mount_type | Sony E-mount (Full Frame) |
| light_loss | 2.0 stops |
| dimensions | 62.4 x 42.7 mm (2-1/2 x 1-11/16 in.) |
| weight | 207g (7.3 oz) |
No, it is not compatible. The Sony 2X extender has a protruding front element that physically prevents it from mounting to standard zoom or prime lenses. It only fits specific Sony telephoto lenses.
Using the 2X teleconverter results in a 2-stop light loss. For example, an f/2.8 lens will have a maximum effective aperture of f/5.6, and an f/5.6 lens will become f/11.
Yes, the SEL20TC maintains full communication between the lens and camera, supporting high-speed Phase Detection AF and Optical SteadyShot, provided the camera body supports AF at the resulting smaller aperture.