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Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens for Nikon F

BH #SI5004N • MFR #185955
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Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens for Nikon F
Key Features
  • F-Mount Lens/FX Format
  • Aperture Range: f/4 to 32
  • One SLD and Two FLD Elements
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
Loaded with almost every piece of technology in Sigma's Global Vision arsenal, the 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Lens takes its spot as the flagship in the speedy Sports line. Available here with a Nikon F mount, this super telephoto lens lets you capture distant subjects, and with a speedy Hyper Sonic AF motor users will be able to easily track fast action. A relatively fast maximum aperture of f/4 furthers your imaging potential with excellent illumination for a lens of this class. One SLD and two FLD elements help ensure outstanding optical performance by minimizing aberrations and distortion while a Super Multi-Layer coating combats flare and ghosting. Also, this lens is equipped with an Optical Stabilizer system that compensates for up to 4 stops of shutter speed.
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Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Overview

Loaded with almost every piece of technology in Sigma's Global Vision arsenal, the 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Lens takes its spot as the flagship in the speedy Sports line. Available here with a Nikon F mount, this super telephoto lens lets you capture distant subjects, and with a speedy Hyper Sonic AF motor users will be able to easily track fast action. A relatively fast maximum aperture of f/4 furthers your imaging potential with excellent illumination for a lens of this class. One SLD and two FLD elements help ensure outstanding optical performance by minimizing aberrations and distortion while a Super Multi-Layer coating combats flare and ghosting. Also, this lens is equipped with an Optical Stabilizer system that compensates for up to 4 stops of shutter speed.

This large lens is designed to be used in some of the most trying conditions and is made from a durable and lightweight magnesium alloy. It is protected from dust and water and uses a brass bayonet mount. Filter users will appreciate a 46mm drop-in filter system while a rotating tripod collar is available for using the lens on a tripod or monopod. Additionally, the 500mm lens is fully compatible with Sigma's Global Vision teleconverter for getting an extended reach.

As part of the Sports line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens' is designed to offer excellent optical performance, speed, and other customizable features that make it an ideal choice for wildlife, sports, action, and other fast-moving subjects.
This super telephoto 500mm f/4 prime lens is designed for full-frame format Nikon F-mount cameras, and can also be used with APS-C models where it will provide a 750mm equivalent focal length.
A relatively fast f/4 maximum aperture provides excellent illumination for a lens of this focal length.
One SLD and two FLD elements have been incorporated within the lens design to correct for chromatic aberrations throughout the entire focusing range and help to ensure high image sharpness, clarity, and contrast regardless of focus point or aperture setting. This optical design also helps to control distortion and limit vignetting.
A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.
The integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) realizes quick and quiet autofocusing, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm to produce smoother focusing performance. A dedicated switch on the barrel of the lens provides multiple AF modes, including a focus recall setting and AF off. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time. Two manual focus modes are available, the standard AF/MF option and an MO setting that switches the lens into manual even during continuous AF.
Optical Stabilizer system can compensate for approximately 4 stops of shutter speed for sharper images. Two modes are available, one for general use and one for panning, which uses Intelligent OS for more effective panning in any direction.
Compatible with Sigma Global Vision Teleconverters, this lens can be extended into a 700mm f/5.6 lens with the 1.4x teleconverter or a 1000mm f/8 lens with the 2x teleconverter.
A rounded nine-blade diaphragm helps to produce an attractive out-of-focus quality.
Specialized electromagnetic aperture mechanism provides greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with fast continuous shooting rates.
Drop-in filter system works with 46mm filters. An optional RCP-11 Circular Polarizer filter is designed specifically for the lens and can be rotated while it is inserted.
The lens barrel is constructed using a magnesium alloy that is lightweight and durable, which allows this lens to perform in a wide range of situations.
The bayonet mount is constructed from brass for ensured accuracy and durability.
The lens hood is made of carbon fiber, a lightweight but strong material that will perform in tough conditions.
A rotating tripod foot helps keep this lens secure during shoots and features antistatic nickel plating to improve durability. It features click stops every 90° and can be turned off with a de-clicking switch for smooth movement. The lens also comes with a dedicated strap for the tripod foot which limits strain on the camera mount.
Dust- and splash-proof construction with rubber sealing to protect the mount and a water- and oil-repellent coating on the front and rear elements.
This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.
UPC: 085126185558

Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Specs

Color
Black
Focal Length
500mm
Aperture
Maximum: f/4
Minimum: f/32
Lens Mount
Nikon F
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
5°
Minimum Focus Distance
11.48' / 3.5 m
Magnification
1:6.67 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.15x Magnification
Optical Design
16 Elements in 11 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
9, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Tripod Mounting
Fixed and Rotating Collar
Filter Size
46 mm (Drop-In)
Dimensions
ø: 5.7 x L: 14.97" / ø: 144.8 x L: 380.3 mm
Weight
7.3 lb / 3.31 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
20.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
23.7 x 14.3 x 12.8"

Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Reviews

heavy but worth exercise

By Virologist
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-19

Very good lens. It is a pain to use it with Canon 5Ds R on a cloudy day. Works nearly flawlessly on Sony A7 III with the Metabones adapter.

Very Pleased With My Results

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-04-12

I purchased this lens in Dec 2020. I have been practicing learning how to use this lens correctly to achieved the desired results. Wildlife photography is new to me and I am enjoying it very much. Best results are obtained with a sturdy tripod or some form of bracing particularly when using the 1.4TC adapter lens. Enclosed are some of my examples.

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Is the manual focus mechanical (the ring is ...

Is the manual focus mechanical (the ring is physically linked to the moving elements) or focus-by-wire (moving the ring tells a motor how to move the elements)?
Asked by: Jacob
The lens uses a Hyper Sonic Motor to move the elements. It is focus by wire.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2019-05-24

Are there any narrowband filters available in the ...

Are there any narrowband filters available in the drop-in 46mm style for this lens, I am having a tough time finding.
Asked by: daniel
Narrow band filters are also called light pollution filters or natural night filters. This NiSi 46mm Natural Night Filter is compatible with the Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens for Nikon F.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-11-13

Will this work on the Z6/7 via the FTZ adapter? ...

Will this work on the Z6/7 via the FTZ adapter? If so, how are it’s AF and other electronic features when compared to the Nikkor 500/4 FL?
Asked by: Jacob
According to Sigma, this lens is fully operable when using it with the Nikon Z system cameras and the FTZ adapter.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-02-13

question

Can the sigma ts-81 foot replacement be used on this lens?
Asked by: Anonymous
A bit late but Sigma's web site says the ts-81 foot is compatible with this lens. The foot replacement is actually shown in several product photos attached to this lens.
Answered by: ed
Date published: 2021-07-05

Does this lens still suffer from AF issues on ...

Does this lens still suffer from AF issues on Canon RF mirrorless? (I heard there was a software update).
Asked by: Keyanv3
No, Sigma released the Version 2.03 firmware update for the Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens, which "has improved the AF speed when used in combination with Canon mount adapter EF-EOS R series attached on Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6" mirrorless cameras.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2024-03-13

Is this lens compatible with a Pentax K-1 Mark ...

Is this lens compatible with a Pentax K-1 Mark II?
Asked by: Greg
No. The following lens offers a sigma SA lens mount and not mount to a Pentax K system.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-01-25

Any idea if this would work with a Sony a6500 and ...

Any idea if this would work with a Sony a6500 and MC11 adapter? Thank you
Asked by: Elie
Yes it will work, A6500 with MC11 and Sigma 500mm f/4
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2021-01-13

question

Will this lens fit my sony
Asked by: John
This lens is for Sigma SA mount cameras so it would not fit a Sony.
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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