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| Item Dimensions | 10.2 x 4.1 x 4.1 inches | 7.48 x 7.48 x 17.2 inches | 4.1 x 10.2 x 4.1 inches | 10.24 x 4.13 x 4.13 inches | 10.2 x 5 x 5 inches | 10.5 x 4.2 x 4.2 inches |
| Item Weight | 4.25 lbs | 5.07 lbs | 4.00 lbs | 6.31 lbs | 4.40 lbs | 5.07 lbs |
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150-600 Millimeter F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | C
Portability Meets Versatility
The Sigma 150-600 millimeter 5-6.3 DG HSM OS Contemporary was created around the concept of maximum portability meets utmost image quality in a variable aperture hyper-telephoto zoom lens. Light weight and compact, this s zoom can handle any long-reach photographic situation one may encounter. This 150-600 millimeter Contemporary boasts updated Sigma technology such as a quiet and optimized Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) and a new Optical Stabilizer (OS) with an accelerometer for improved panning photography both vertically and horizontally, essential for birding, wildlife and motor photography. The Sigma 150-600 Contemporary also touts a new zoom lock switch that can be locked at any focal length and a new manual override (MO) switch is incorporated for improved focusing control. Working with the Sigma USB dock, this lens allows for maximum customization such as firmware updates and adjustments to the focus limiter, AF speed and OS view.
USB Dock Compatibility
Sigma has developed special software (SIGMA Optimization Pro) that can update the lens firmware and adjust parameters such as focus. In addition, the lenses from our Sports line have customizable AF speed, focus limiter, OS function and full-time manual focus function. The 'Custom Mode Switch' is the device for further customization on the dedicated lenses.
About 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | C
- First hyper-telephoto zoom from the Contemporary line
- Lightweight and compact in construction for higher useability
- Water and oil repellent coating on front glass element makes maintenance of the lens surface easier
- Dust proof and splash proof mount
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TOP NOTCH! I rarely Guve 5 Star Reviews
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2022
I will start off by saying I only review items that I have gotten to use. I don't review anything right after I took it out of the Box to say oh well this is amazing.. With that being said after using this lens for a couple of weeks I can honestly say it's freaking incredible! With that being said this was my 1st serious lens purchase. Before this all I've been treating with have been kit lenses. I have this on a rebel T5I right now however I do plan to upgrade. The auto focus is sticky and tracks amazing.. Image civilization is Phenomenal. One problem I did have with it is it is when I had this attached to a shoulder sling when I walked the camera got switched and it's auto focus length from 10 Meters to infinity down to 2 m to 10 m. For 2 days I could not get any sports photos that we're coming out clear and was thinking I would have to send this back to Sigma. However the one day it just dawned on me to check that setting and I found that it had gotten switched perand switched. After doing something about it that's what I had realized what it that while I was walking with the camera at my side it probably just got bumped. After switching it back to The infinity setting the the lens works perfectly. Images are extremely sharp and crisp. The background Boca is amazing even at F 6.3. This lens is a terrific investment. I really wanted to get the sport model however the extra $500 was kind of hard to justify especially on my budget however the contemporary lens truly is an incredible lens. If you're looking for or a good sportsman or a lens to take photos of the moon or anything like that I would not not hesitate to get this once again
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2022
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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 18, 2022
Style: Canon EF CamerasVerified Purchase
TOP NOTCH! I rarely Guve 5 Star Reviews
By Guns N BBQ YouTube Reviews on October 18, 2022
I will start off by saying I only review items that I have gotten to use. I don't review anything right after I took it out of the Box to say oh well this is amazing.. With that being said after using this lens for a couple of weeks I can honestly say it's freaking incredible! With that being said this was my 1st serious lens purchase. Before this all I've been treating with have been kit lenses. I have this on a rebel T5I right now however I do plan to upgrade. The auto focus is sticky and tracks amazing.. Image civilization is Phenomenal. One problem I did have with it is it is when I had this attached to a shoulder sling when I walked the camera got switched and it's auto focus length from 10 Meters to infinity down to 2 m to 10 m. For 2 days I could not get any sports photos that we're coming out clear and was thinking I would have to send this back to Sigma. However the one day it just dawned on me to check that setting and I found that it had gotten switched perand switched. After doing something about it that's what I had realized what it that while I was walking with the camera at my side it probably just got bumped. After switching it back to The infinity setting the the lens works perfectly. Images are extremely sharp and crisp. The background Boca is amazing even at F 6.3. This lens is a terrific investment. I really wanted to get the sport model however the extra $500 was kind of hard to justify especially on my budget however the contemporary lens truly is an incredible lens. If you're looking for or a good sportsman or a lens to take photos of the moon or anything like that I would not not hesitate to get this once again
By Guns N BBQ YouTube Reviews on October 18, 2022
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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 28, 2022
The AF feature is fairly decent, getting a nice clear focus within the 100-400mm focal length, in my experience. Beyond 400mm, the focus is less accurate, but the option for manual override helps in those instances. The AF feature is also on the slow side, so getting yourself acquainted with the manual focus may be helpful for capturing flighty birds or other fast moving objects.
The optical stabilization feature also works great, allowing for smooth viewing even in high movement shots. There are two options: full stabilization, or isolated horizontal/vertical stabilization for tripod viewing. Occasionally, there can be a slight jump or "jitteriness" in the stabilization, but this is typically minor and does not last long.
Lastly, this lens seems to do well in a variety of lighting situations. Attached to this review are pictures taken by myself in everything from the beating summer sun to cloudy skies. The lens performed well in all situations! I find many of the limitations in picture quality may be stemming from me using an entry-level camera body, and aren't the lens itself.
All-in-all, I strongly recommend this lens. It is well worth the money, and is probably one of the best values for a telephoto lens out there.
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Great Value and Impressive Quality
By Kaelan Cameron on September 28, 2022
For a "cheap" telephoto lens, this Sigma really blew my expectations out of the water. It is relatively lightweight, maybe only weighing 7 lbs. when paired with my Canon Rebel T7 camera body, so it is great to carry, even on long hikes or birdwatching trips.By Kaelan Cameron on September 28, 2022
The AF feature is fairly decent, getting a nice clear focus within the 100-400mm focal length, in my experience. Beyond 400mm, the focus is less accurate, but the option for manual override helps in those instances. The AF feature is also on the slow side, so getting yourself acquainted with the manual focus may be helpful for capturing flighty birds or other fast moving objects.
The optical stabilization feature also works great, allowing for smooth viewing even in high movement shots. There are two options: full stabilization, or isolated horizontal/vertical stabilization for tripod viewing. Occasionally, there can be a slight jump or "jitteriness" in the stabilization, but this is typically minor and does not last long.
Lastly, this lens seems to do well in a variety of lighting situations. Attached to this review are pictures taken by myself in everything from the beating summer sun to cloudy skies. The lens performed well in all situations! I find many of the limitations in picture quality may be stemming from me using an entry-level camera body, and aren't the lens itself.
All-in-all, I strongly recommend this lens. It is well worth the money, and is probably one of the best values for a telephoto lens out there.
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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 20, 2022
Very impressive. All these images except for the wood fence were hand held at ISO 2000 @ f/7.1-----
Aperture preferred. Shutter speeds 1/640th to 1/1200. All shot large RAW.
No processing other than some exposure adj.
Overcast day.
Focuses well; fairly fast if one uses the focus limiter.
May not be as fast as the D5, though if one is shooting sports, I feel confident it will not struggle with a little pre-planning.
The geese image was approx 250 yds distant.
The hill with truck approx 1/2 mile.
Just can't see the reason to purchase the 600mm Nikon priced 12x more $$$
Did (Full Crop) in some of the photos; see insets.
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AMAZING FOR PRICE !!!
By DigitalMagic on October 20, 2022
Received this lens today; attached it to the Nikon D 850 and took some test shots.By DigitalMagic on October 20, 2022
Very impressive. All these images except for the wood fence were hand held at ISO 2000 @ f/7.1-----
Aperture preferred. Shutter speeds 1/640th to 1/1200. All shot large RAW.
No processing other than some exposure adj.
Overcast day.
Focuses well; fairly fast if one uses the focus limiter.
May not be as fast as the D5, though if one is shooting sports, I feel confident it will not struggle with a little pre-planning.
The geese image was approx 250 yds distant.
The hill with truck approx 1/2 mile.
Just can't see the reason to purchase the 600mm Nikon priced 12x more $$$
Did (Full Crop) in some of the photos; see insets.
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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 11, 2022
Style: Nikon F CamerasVerified Purchase
Great price
By Thanh Huong Truong DDS on December 11, 2022
It’s little heavy to me. The auto focus does not always work I have to press twice or focus manually. Overall, it gives good pictures.
By Thanh Huong Truong DDS on December 11, 2022
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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 9, 2022
Style: Nikon F CamerasVerified Purchase
Fantastic Lens - Great for Moon Shots
By chapmanjw on December 8, 2022
This lens pairs great with the Nikon Z 7ii.
By chapmanjw on December 8, 2022
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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 12, 2022
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Absolutely love this lens! I cannot love this lens more.
By jaswan on October 11, 2022
I have the EF mount version and I cannot be more happy with this lens. Auto focus is fast and accurate. I love this lens for wildlife photography and for moon shots as well. The lens is heavy so you will need a very sturdy tripod. I ended up ordering a Cotton Carrier camera harness to carry the camera with me and it helps a lot with the weight. I don’t normally leave detailed reviews but I have been so happy with this lens I just wanted to give them props for a great product. Oh and here are a few pics I took with it. I was using the sigma 1.5 teleconverter as well with the moon shot.
By jaswan on October 11, 2022
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freewheeling frankie
great for the money but not perfect
Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 8, 2018Style: Canon EF CamerasVerified Purchase
great for the money but not perfect
Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 8, 2018
For the money, this is a pretty amazing lens. While heavy, compared to virtually anything else with 500 or 600 mm focal length it's pretty light and as a consequence, given the excellent image stabilisation, it's certainly possible to use hand-held in reasonably good light. But unless you've got quite strong arms - or something to lean on - I'd strongly recommend using a monopod. This will be a lot lighter to lug around than a tripod although obviously the latter will get you the best shots, and is especially recommended if you're staying in one place such as a hide.Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 8, 2018
As many have pointed out, with its unspectacular maximum aperture the lens isn't great in low light (a wider maximum aperture would make it much heavier and much more expensive) and ideally it should be paired with a camera body that has really good low light autofocus ability and relatively low noise at high ISO values. If you're not used to using a supertelephoto lens - and it is quite a steep learning curve - you're going to find that smaller targets that are some distance away are hard to achieve good focus on using autofocus, especially if there is something else slightly further or nearer to potentially focus on such as water, branches etc. This isn't a shortcoming of the lens, more a question of technique and the quality of your camera's autofocus system. In particular, if you're photographing relatively distant birds on water that aren't moving around much, you'll get the best shots on a tripod using either manual focus or the manual override setting (where you can use autofocus and then fine-tune) using the camera's magnified on-screen view rather than the viewfinder where it can be difficult to see if you have optimum focus. While this isn't a criticism of the lens, it's worth knowing so that you don't think there's something wrong with it at longer distances when closer shots with autofocus are so sharp. And of course even with perfect focus, as your subject gets further away there is inevitably a law of diminishing returns with regard to detail and any subsequent cropping or sharpening will bring out any noise in the image.
From an aesthetic point of view, the background blur (bokeh) of areas of the frame that are out of focus is not very attractive when the background is near to the subject - e.g. if you're shooting a duck floating on water, the duck may look fine but the water behind and in front of it less so. On the other hand, if the background is some metres behind the subject then the blur looks fine to me. The sharpness when you get a good focus on something is really spectacular - a small bird 5 or 10 metres away will show every filament of its feathers. The focus limiting switch, with three positions of full range, closest focus to 10 metres and 10 metres to infinity is really useful, - if you're trying to shoot a bird through gaps in branches or reeds or alternatively one perched on a branch quite nearby you can avoid the autofocus locking onto the foreground or background respectively and waste a lot less time hunting for focus.
Obviously this lens is far from cheap in absolute terms, but compared to anything better it's a huge bargain and I would strongly recommend it for shooting birds in your garden or a park, at least as practice for using it in more challenging environments. As an example of what you can achieve when the subject is quite near, the shot of the robin is from about 6 or 7 metres away.
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B. Fischer
Review nach 4 Jahren (Vollformat + APSC)
Reviewed in Germany 🇩🇪 on April 30, 2020Style: Nikon F CamerasVerified Purchase
Review nach 4 Jahren (Vollformat + APSC)
Reviewed in Germany 🇩🇪 on April 30, 2020
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In Summe auch nach 4 Jahren Verwendung ein absolut empfehlenswertes Super-Teleobjektiv sowohl am Crop-Sensor als auch am Vollformat! Die Lichtstärke und auch die Abbildungsleistung liegen nicht auf dem Niveau einer 600mm Festbrennweite, dafür ist das Objektiv mit ca. 900€ wesentlich günstiger und durch die Abmessungen und das geringere Gewicht einfacher in der Handhabung. Dadurch kann es auch auf längeren Touren ohne größere Probleme mitgenommen werden.
Einzige Nachteile für mich (mit Empfehlung):
Die kurze Stativschelle ohne Arca-Swiss (gerade mit leichten Kameras wird die Kombination sehr kopflastig) und der fehlende Wetterschutz. Wer dies benötigt, dem würde ich einen näheren Blick auf das Tamron 150-600mm G2 empfehlen. Als ich das Sigma gekauft habe gab es dieses noch nicht und ein Upgrade rechnet sich für mich bisher noch nicht. Durch den geringen Preisunterschied wäre dies für mich bei einer Neuanschaffung aber definitiv in Erwägung zu ziehen.
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| Verarbeitung
Die Zeiten, dass Sigma oder auch Tamron für ihre schlechte Verarbeitung zu kritisieren waren ist definitiv vorbei – im Falle von Sigma mit der Einführung der C(ontemporary), S(ports) und A(rt) Objektive. So ist auch das 150mm – 600mm gut verarbeitet und erweckt auch nach 4 Jahren, die ich das Objektiv inzwischen nutze, noch den Eindruck. Alleine die Gegenlichtblende ist mittlerweile etwas schwergängig zur Montage/Demontage geworden. Ich vermute diese hat sich leicht verzogen, was bei dem großen Durchmesser (95mm Filtergewinde) allgemein zu Problemen führen kann. So lassen sich z.B. billige Filter oftmals gar nicht oder nur sehr schwer montieren, da es zu geringfügigen Abweichungen der Rundheit kommt und auch bei hochwertigen Filtern darf man diese nicht zu fest greifen, da es dadurch bereits durch leichte, elastische Deformationen kommt und ein Einschrauben der Filter schwierig wird. Das Filtergewinde am Objektiv selbst ist allerdings hervorragend gefertigt.
Obwohl bei dem Objektiv laut Hersteller kein Wetterschutz vorhanden ist, ist am Anschlussbajonett eine Dichtlippe vorhanden. Damit ist zumindest der direkte Kontakt zum Kamerabody geschützt. Dennoch würde ich ohne weitere Vorkehrungen nicht empfehlen das Objektiv viel Nässe/Schmutz auszusetzen. Wer viel in widrigen Bedingungen unterwegs ist, sollte sich in der Preisklasse eher das Tamron 150mm – 600mm G2 oder (bereits deutlich teurer) das Sigma 150mm – 600mm Sports ansehen.
| Handhabung
Die Handhabung ohne Stativ ist insgesamt als gut zu bewerten. Hier hätte ich mir eigentlich nur einen breiteren und etwas leichtgängigeren Fokusring gewünscht. In vielen Fällen nutze ich Freihand aber ohnehin den Autofokus um z.B. Vögel im Flug auch wirklich mit dem Fokus zu treffen. Mehr zum Autofokus im entsprechenden Unterpunkt meiner Rezension. Die Stativschelle kann abgenommen oder verdreht werden, damit diese nicht mehr stört.
Die Handhabung auf dem Stativ ist, insbesondere mit einer leichten (Crop)-Kamera, nicht ideal. Mit meiner Nikon D5500 ist die Stativschelle viel zu kurz um die Kombination einigermaßen in einen ausgeglichenen Zustand zu bringen. Durch die starke Kopflastigkeit kommt es sogar mit einem recht stabilen Stativ zu einem leichten absinken des Bildausschnitts, wenn Objektiv bzw. Kamera losgelassen werden. Bei 600mm Brennweite ist durch den minimalen Winkel der Bildausschnitt bereits wieder falsch und wird es somit schwierig die Kamera richtig zu justieren. Mit meiner D850 (besonders mit Batteriegriff) ist das System deutlich besser ausgeglichen und die Festlegung des Ausschnitts einfacher handhabbar.
Hier wäre eine längere Stativschelle definitiv notwendig und – wie man es beim Tamron 150mm-600mm G2 sieht mit Arca-Swiss Kompatibilität ein echter Benefit. Falls eine Neuauflage des Objektivs geplant ist hiermit ein Hinweis an Sigma: Überarbeitet eure Stativschelle!
| Bildqualität
Die Bildqualität ist für ein Objektiv dieser Preisklasse und in diesem Brennweitenbereich sehr gut. Am Crop-Sensor nochmal besser als am Vollformat, da die Randbereiche wegfallen, aber auch am Vollformat gut. Die Ergebnisse sind schon bei Offenblende recht gut, durch Abblenden erhält man aber nochmal eine Steigerung der Qualität. Wer das Beste an Bildqualität und eine maximale Lichtstärke braucht ist wohl mit einem 600mm F4 Objektiv besser bedient, wird dieses aber nur mit erheblich mehr Aufwand transportieren können und hat entsprechende Kosten. Meiner Meinung nach lohnt sich das nur wenn man seinen Lebensunterhalt mit der Wildlife-Fotografie verdient. Preis/Leistungsmäßig bekommt man hier aber wirklich sehr viel für sein Geld!
Zur Beurteilung der Bildqualität sind ein paar Abbildungen mit 100% Detailansicht und Angaben zu den Einstellungen / Kamera beigefügt. Ich denke dies sagt mehr über die Qualität in realer Anwendung aus.
Dank 9 abgerundeter Blendenlamellen ist das Bokeh recht schön und insbesondere im „Makro“ Bereich angenehm weich. Die Naheinstellgrenze lässt allerdings keinen Abbildungsmaßstab, den man tatsächlich als Makro bezeichnen könnte, zu.
| Autofokus und Bildstabilisator
Der Autofokus arbeitet im Allgemeinen recht schnell und in der Regel treffsicher. Eine Feinjustierung mit dem Sigma-Dock ist generell immer empfehlenswert, in meinem Fall mussten aber nur wenig an den Einstellschrauben gedreht werden. Dies kann sich aber je Objektiv unterscheiden. Daher ist die Möglichkeit dies mit dem Dock selbst zu Justieren aus meiner Sicht sehr gut und kann ich nur empfehlen!
Der Bildstabilisator leistet gute Arbeit, bei dieser Brennweite muss man aber einfach eine entsprechende Belichtungszeit wählen, da bereits kleinste Bewegungen zu einer Unschärfe führen. Am Vollformat sind bei 600mm noch bis etwa 1/320s scharfe Aufnahmen möglich. Eine ruhige Hand ist allerdings Pflicht, ein Stativ besser.
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+++ Ich lege großen Wert auf die Meinung anderer Kunden und freue mich, wenn ich mit meinen Erfahrungen bei einer Entscheidung helfen kann. Daher nehme ich mir viel Zeit für eine ehrliche, umfassende und hoffentlich hilfreiche Alltags-Rezension. +++
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Nilanjan
Sigma telephoto is as good as ever
Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on December 26, 2017Style: Canon EF CamerasVerified Purchase
Sigma telephoto is as good as ever
Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on December 26, 2017
Excellent product from Sigma and equally excellent delivery and shipping by Cloudtail and Amazon. Had used the 150-500mm for 7 years before upgrading to this one. Works flawlessly with the Canon 550D, 700D and 80D - should have no problem with any contemporary Canon Body. Pretty ok at F6.3 and 600mm and of course when the light is good, then it can give lenses 5 times as expensive as this a run for their money. Image quality and sharpness of the 150-600mm is surely improved from the older 150-500mm version - in most lighting scenarios you can see a noticeable difference. Optical stabilization is fast, effective and completely silent and can enable one to take photos down to 1/250s at 600mm on a crop body. Autofocus speed is good - but at 600mm F6.3 it is not the fastest out there, which is understandable. Autofocus speed can be improved if one does not rely on the Full range of the selector switch, but helping the autofocus system by selecting the likely distance to subject using the distance selector switch on the lens. Clicking small, restless birds inside foliage in low light may be a tad more difficult with this lens at 600mm than with the old one at 500mm, but that is part of the challenge of going to higher focal length as well. Autofocus accuracy is excellent and, in decent lighting conditions, is pretty much unbeatable. If combined with a slightly more capable body than a Canon 700D, one can expect pretty impressive results even at ISOs of 1600, while reaching up to 600mm with F6.3. Overall an excellent product for its price. Attached photos, apart from that of the tiger walking down, are all at 600mm on a 700D body with ISO speeds capped at 1600.
Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on December 26, 2017
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Saikat Dasgupta
Unacceptable packing of a brand new lens box.
Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on July 30, 2021Style: Canon EF CamerasVerified Purchase
Unacceptable packing of a brand new lens box.
Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on July 30, 2021
Please find the video and this may be an eye opener. It talks about transparency which is not maintained while I received this product. We as customer needs to be aware of this loop hole.Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on July 30, 2021
May be some of us are not technically equipped to understand the core functionality and I somehow get this feeling that the lens could have been tampered from inside before I got the final delivery. Folks when we order an electronic item it is expected that it will be completely sealed where only the customer would be able to open it for the first. This video we can make out the Sigma seal label is just for the eyes and holds no significant value of its standing on top of the box.
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S Thilip Kumar
Worth every rupee, best ever for anyone to start
Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on November 9, 2018Style: Canon EF CamerasVerified Purchase
Worth every rupee, best ever for anyone to start
Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on November 9, 2018
I read lot of reviews before buying this product, here is my verdict.Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on November 9, 2018
- If you are looking for budget priced telephoto lens, this is for you.
- Its heavy, no doubt why this product is sturdy and can take few blow and still perform the same. Don’t judge this product by weight, if you look for lesser weight lens you end up paying almost double price for 700 gm or so wt reduction.
- Picture quality : Its equally good or maybe better in certain conditions with any lens of this category when the subject seem to be isolated or if you give enough time to focus. When the subject is with blended background it takes a while or maybe little blur to the pic. Remember this was on a crop sensor camera, results are completely different and better on a full frame sensor camera. Plus you get better result when you keep the lens distance setting appropriate to the situation. This doesn’t harm anyway a fast moving object, it’s hilariously good to shoot fast moving subjects. Camera setting do affect the image quality, with right setting it’s a workhorse of lens to shoot with. I’ve pictured far flying eagle fully zoomed and could get clean (Definitely those pics do have have few blurring due to the distance with pollution on sky)
- I read someone commenting the lens zoom was too hard, indeed I experienced it as well but after reasonable usage I do adjust with my holding fingers; it’s so buttery smooth.
- Verdict : If you are looking for inexpensive (I would not use the word ‘cheap’ as this product outlives the money invested) entry level telephoto lens, go for it:; Not an iota of doubt for this lens.
You might struggle initially a bit to take good pics but once you familiarise which settings ( Lens as well camera setting) suits your camera, then begins your joyful endless journey with this lens.
I’ve attached some of the best pics taken with this lens (Crop sensor body) for reference
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