Lens type | Telephoto |
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Lens mount |
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Aperture max | 5-6.3 |
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Aperture min | 22-28 |
Aperture ring | no |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9 |
Elements | 21 |
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Groups | 15 |
Special elements / coatings | 3 SLD elements |
Zoom method | Expanding |
Weight | 62.79 oz |
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Diameter | 3.74 in |
Length | 9.92 in |
Filter size | 3.39 in |
Max Format size | Full-frame |
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Focal length | 150 - 500 |
Maximum magnification | 0.19 x |
Focus method | Rear |
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Autofocus | yes |
Autofocus motor type | Ring Type Ultrasonic |
Full-time Manual focusing | yes |
Closest focusing distance | 2.20 |
Distance scale | yes |
Depth of field (DoF) scale | no |
Tripod collar | yes |
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Hood supplied | yes |
Sealing | no |
Sigma are well known for their accessibly priced models and at just under $1,100 the 150-500mm f5-6.3 APO seems like a promising alternative to the premium offerings from the camera makers. Although one of the older models in the firm’s range now, does it still have what it needs to compete with more modern rivals?
An affordable long-zoom lens for DSLR cameras with 'full-frame' or 'APS-C' sized image sensors.Sigma's APO 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM lens is a telephoto zoom with a 3.3x magnification ratio that will suit photographers who enjoy taking close-ups of sports or wildlife. Although not particularly fast, it is reasonably portable and has an affordable price tag for its build quality and optical composition.
<p>Take a closer look at this affordable Sigma telephoto zoom with photographer Bob Atkins as he investigates its optical stabilization, speed, and more.</p>
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