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This Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM APO Lens is an ultra telephoto zoom lens ideal for nature, wildlife, or sports photography. This zoom range translates into an equivalent range of 255-850mm when used with a Sigma digital SLR camera.
The OS (Optical Stabilizer) system minimizes image blur caused by camera shake, and offers the equivalent of shooting at a shutter speed 3-4 stops faster. This allows handheld telephoto zoom shooting even in poorly lit conditions.
The use of the OS (Optical Stabilizer) system, HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor), APO apochromatic design, three elements of SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass, and multicoated optics all enable this lens to provide a high level of performance throughout its entire zoom range, as well as versatility. A rear focus system insures quick, convenient manual focus and a non-rotating front barrel.
The improved DG lens design corrects for various aberrations. This lens is specially coated to get the best color balance, while cutting down on ghosting caused by reflections from the digital image sensor. The lens provides the utmost correction against lateral chromatic aberration, which is a serious problem for digital SLR cameras.
By adding the optional Sigma APO teleconverter, you can use this lens as a 210-700mm f/7-9 manual focus ultra-telephoto zoom lens with a 1.4X EX teleconverter, or as a 300-1000mm f/10-13 manual focus ultra-telephoto zoom lens with a 2X teleconverter.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 150 - 500 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/5 - 6.3 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Sigma SA |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor DSLR (APS-C Sensor) |
| Angle of View | 16.4° - 5° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 7.22' (2.20 m) |
| Magnification | 0.19x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:5.2 |
| Groups/Elements | 15/21 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 86 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.7 x 9.9" (9.40 x 25.15 cm) |
| Weight | 4.19 lb (1.90 kg) |
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Comments about 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Sigma SLR Camera:
I've tested this lens on my D60 and it is really very good. I'"m planning to buy this as a walk-about tele lens in place of my 55-200 nikkor VR that I'm using with a teleconvertor. (Wont need a tele on this!)
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