A Versatile Tool for Sports, Wildlife, and Action Photography

The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS | Sports lens is engineered to meet the demands of challenging shooting environments. Its large, constant f/4 aperture allows photographers to capture stunning images even in low-light conditions, while also providing excellent subject isolation with lovely background blur. The zoom range offers exceptional versatility, enabling users to quickly adjust their framing from 300mm for wider shots to 600mm for capturing distant subjects without the need to change lenses.This is notably beneficial in fast-paced scenarios such as sports, wildlife, and action photography, where every second counts.

Key Features and Technological Innovations

This lens is packed with features designed to enhance performance and usability. Here’s a closer look at some of the key highlights:

• Ultra-Telephoto Zoom lens: Delivers prime-like image quality throughout the entire zoom range,ensuring sharp and detailed images at any focal length.
• Bright Constant f/4 Aperture: provides consistent performance in various lighting conditions and allows for creative depth-of-field control.
• Optical Stabilization: Sigma’s advanced OS2 algorithm provides 5.5 stops of stabilization at 600mm, minimizing camera shake and enabling sharper images when shooting handheld.
• High-Speed Autofocus: The High-response linear Actuator (HLA) ensures fast and accurate subject tracking, crucial for capturing moving subjects with precision.
• Professional Build quality: A robust magnesium alloy body with a thermal insulation coating protects the lens from the elements and reduces heat absorption, ensuring reliable performance in extreme conditions.
• New Function Ring: Offers enhanced control with two distinct modes:
  • Focus Preset Mode: Instantly shifts to a pre-registered focus position, allowing photographers to quickly recall frequently used focus points.
  • Power Focus Mode: Enables smooth and controlled focus shifts,ideal for video recording where precise focus transitions are essential.
• inner Zoom Mechanism: Maintains the lens’s center of gravity during zooming,providing better balance and stability,especially when using a tripod or gimbal.
• Advanced Optical Design: Features 28 elements in 21 groups, including 6 FLD (Fluorite Low Dispersion) and 1 SLD (Special Low Dispersion) elements, effectively minimizing chromatic aberrations and ensuring exceptional image clarity.
• Weather-Sealed Construction: Dust- and splash-resistant design with a water- and oil-repellent front coating protects the lens from harsh environmental conditions.
• Drop-in Filter System: Supports 40.5 mm filters, including circular polarizers and variable ND filters (sold separately), allowing for greater creative control over image capture.

Detailed Specifications

Optical System

• Lens Construction: 28 elements in 21 groups (6 FLD, 1 SLD)
• Angle of View: 8.2° – 4.1°
• Diaphragm Blades: 13 (rounded)
• Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
• Minimum Focusing distance: 280 cm (wide) – 450 cm (telephoto)
• Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:6 at 470mm

physical Dimensions

• Filter Size: 40.5 mm (rear drop-in)
• Size: 167.0 mm x 467.9 mm (6.6 in. x 18.4 in.)
• Weight: 3,985 g (140.6 oz.)

Autofocus and Stabilization

• AF Motor: HLA (High-response Linear actuator)
• Stabilization: 5.5 stops at 600mm (OS2 algorithm)
• OS Modes:
  • Mode 1: General use.
  • Mode 2: Optimized for panning shots.

Build and Handling

• Material: magnesium alloy body with carbon fiber hood.
• Tripod Mount: Rotating Arca-swiss compatible foot, with optional interchangeable sockets.
• Sealing: Dust- and splash-resistant with front water- and oil-repellent coating.

Additional Features

• Drop-in Filter Holder: Accepts standard 40.5 mm filters.
• Custom Switches: Focus mode, focus limiter, OS mode, AFL buttons (4 locations).
• Compatibility: Supports Sigma Tele Converters (TC-1411 / TC-2011) for 1,200mm f/8.
• Sigma USB Dock UD-11: Supported for firmware updates (L-Mount only).

Availability and Pricing

The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS | Sports lens is slated for release in april 2025. It will be available for both Sony E-mount and L-Mount systems, catering to a wide range of mirrorless camera users. the lens is currently available for preorder at a retail price of $5,999.