sigma 150 600mm contemporary lens amazon

#Sigma 150 600mm contemporary lens amazon plus

That’s a key factor, given the not overly fast aperture range. In our real-world tests at typical shooting distances for the zoom range, the Sigma delivered excellent sharpness and contrast, even when shooting at the widest available apertures. The autofocus system lives up to its billing with super-speedy and consistently accurate performance. Only the foot can be removed, using an Allen key provided, which leaves the actual ring and its fairly large stub still attached. However, if handheld shooting is your thing, you can’t completely remove the mounting ring to save space and weight. It can therefore slot straight into like-minded tripod heads, without the need to use an additional quick-release plate. (Image credit: Matthew Richards)ĭue to the weight of the lens, it’s no surprise that it comes complete with a sturdy tripod/monopod mounting ring, which features an Arca-Swiss compatible foot. The lens is supplied with a padded soft carrying case and two shoulder straps, one of which can be attached to lugs on the lens barrel. Maximum magnification ratio: 0.42x (at 200mm zoom) Minimum focusing distance: 0.45m (W) 2.6m (T) Lens construction: 27 elements in 19 groups Sigma 60-600mm f4.5-6.3 DG DN OS I Sports at Amazon for $1,999.

It’s also much less expensive to buy, but the Sigma is a more prestigious lens with greater refinement in its handling, as well as giving a 50 per cent boost in maximum telephoto reach. It’s therefore more manageable for carrying around and for handheld shooting.

#Sigma 150 600mm contemporary lens amazon plus

On the plus side, the Tamron is about four inches shorter in physical length, and less than half the weight at 1,115g. This one kicks off with the entirely natural perspective of a 50mm focal length, but doesn’t stretch as far into super-telephoto territory, topping out at 400mm. A broadly similar contender for Sony shooters is the Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VXD.