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Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens (L-Mount)

BH #SI7020028LM • MFR #591969
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Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens (L-Mount)
Key Features
  • Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22
  • Fast Telephoto Zoom
  • High-Response Linear Actuator AF System
  • Optical Stabilizer with OS2 Algorithm
A dynamic zoom designed for professionals, the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens excels at capturing sports, wildlife, and weddings. The large f/2.8 aperture allows impressive performance throughout the entire zoom range and provides reliable low-light performance. Dual HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motors enable high-speed autofocus, helping you freeze action. Sigma's OS2 algorithm effectively stabilizes images, providing up to 7.5 stops of correction. Additionally, the superior weather resistance of Sigma's Sports line means you can take your 70-200mm f/2.8 out in the field with peace of mind.
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Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Overview

High-Level Performance & Reliability
A dynamic zoom designed for professionals, the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens excels at capturing sports, wildlife, and weddings. The large f/2.8 aperture allows impressive performance throughout the entire zoom range and provides reliable low-light performance. Dual HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motors enable high-speed autofocus, helping you freeze action. Sigma's OS2 algorithm effectively stabilizes images, providing up to 7.5 stops of correction. Additionally, the superior weather resistance of Sigma's Sports line means you can take your 70-200mm f/2.8 out in the field with peace of mind.

Combined with the 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art and the 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art, these three zoom lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras with a bright f/2.8 constant aperture cover a wide range of focal lengths.
Dual HLA Autofocus
Driven by dual HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motors, quick and quiet autofocus is provided, greatly benefiting the quality of both photo and video content taken with this lens. Its floating focus configuration creates significantly less movement in each focus group, resulting in extremely responsive focusing performance.
OS2 Algorithm
Sigma's OS2 optical stabilization algorithm provides up to 7.5 stops of image stabilization making the lens more well-suited for handheld usage and giving users the luxury of shooting at slower shutter speeds while maintaining image sharpness.

Two OS modes are available. Mode 1 is for general shooting, while Mode 2 features Sigma's Intelligent OS algorithm and is ideal for panning shots and sports capturing.

Additional Benefits
  • Aperture ring with click and lock switches
  • Tripod socket to distribute weight evenly
  • Carbon fiber-reinforced plastic lens hood
6 Custom Switches
  • AFL button
  • Focus mode switch
  • Focus limiter switch
  • OS switch
  • Custom mode switch
  • Aperture ring click switch
UPC: 085126591694

Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Specs

Focal Length
70 to 200mm
Aperture
Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/22
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
34.3° to 12.3°
Minimum Focus Distance
25.6" / 65 cm
Magnification
1:5.2 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.19x Magnification
Optical Design
20 Elements in 15 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
11, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Tripod Mounting
Removable and Rotating Collar
Filter Size
77 mm (Front)
Dimensions
3.6 x 8.1" / 90.6 x 205 mm (Diameter x Length)
Weight
3 lb / 1345 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.805 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.4 x 7.1 x 6"

Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Reviews

Fantastic images / not a lightweight lens

By David
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2026-10-17

I purchased this lens about 10 months ago for use with railfan photography, taking photos of my kids' sports events and taking a few portraits of family and friends. It is exactly as advertised on the B and H website. Images are very sharp. The lens is fast. The only caution I would offer for potential buyers is to consider the size (almost 3lb). This lens is substantially larger and heavier than the Sony 70-200mm f/4 (1.85lb) lens I had been using previously. Before investing in this lens just be sure to ask yourself if this lens will truly allow you to do something that you can't do with the significantly smaller/lighter 70-200mm f/4 lens or a short telephoto prime like the Sony 85mm f/1.8.

Great purchase, everything went very smoothly

By Alejandro
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-08

I bought the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 lens; everything arrived well-packaged, in perfect condition, and on time. I’m truly very happy with the purchase, and I feel that the trust I have in shopping at B&H surpasses any other option

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For the L-mount version, will the Sigma TC-2011 ...

For the L-mount version, will the Sigma TC-2011 tele-extender be compatible?
Asked by: Brett
The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens (L-Mount) is compatible with the Sigma TC-2011 2x Teleconverter for Leica L, BH #SITC2011.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2025-10-29

will the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS work with ...

will the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS work with an OM-1 camera?
Asked by: Jim
The OM Systems OM-1 mirrorless camera uses the M43 mount and currently there are no adapters to adapt a Leica L mount lens to M43 cameras. However, you could buy the Canon mount version of the Sigma lens as seen here: https://bhpho.to/2PZ5lGn and then use an EF to M43 adapter such as this Metabones: https://bhpho.to/3XkOGko.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2023-11-11

Does the Sigma 70 - 200mm F/2.8 DG DN OS Sports ...

Does the Sigma 70 - 200mm F/2.8 DG DN OS Sports lens compatible with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV?
Asked by: Alfred
No, the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens (L-Mount) is not compatible with the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera (Body Only), BH #CAE5D4.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2024-08-15

What is its transmission (T-stop)?

What is its transmission (T-stop)?
Asked by: Alex
The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens was not measured for T-stops. An f-stop is a mathematical calculation, while T-stops are the actual measurement of the light that passes through the lens. So, there is no direct correlation to convert an f-stop to a T-stop.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2025-03-04

Will this lens fit a Nikon D780 DSLR camera?

Will this lens fit a Nikon D780 DSLR camera?
Asked by: Kayla
No, the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens (L-Mount) is L mount and will not fit the Nikon D780 DSLR Camera.
Answered by: Ejona G
Date published: 2024-08-19

I have a Sigma fp and Blackmagic Cinema Cam. Does ...

I have a Sigma fp and Blackmagic Cinema Cam. Does the OS2 allow you to shoot handheld and get a decent stabilisation?
Asked by: Olafur
The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens can be used hand held. However, the image stabilization can only prevent/reduce camera shake blur. Lens or camera stabilization cannot prevent subject motion blur.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-01-25

Is this lens parfocal?

Is this lens parfocal?
Asked by: Brendan
Sigma has provided no information as to whether the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens (L-Mount) is parfocal, but it is likely that it is a varifocal lens.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-01-11

Does the Sony 2x Teleconverter will work with ...

Does the Sony 2x Teleconverter will work with this lens?
Asked by: Yamil
The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens (Sony E) is not electronically compatible with the Sony FE 2x Teleconverter.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2024-03-08
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