SPORTS
300-600mm F4
DG OS
sports
300-600mm F4 DG OS
Available mounts
- Ultra-telephoto zoom lens with the optical performance and brightness of a prime lens
- High-speed autofocus and powerful optical stabilization to never miss a decisive moment
- Exceptional quality, functionality and features of the flagship of the Sigma’s Sports line
- Extremely high optical performance
- Powerful Optical Stabilization function driven by the OS2 algorithm
- Thermal insulation paint for perfect lens performance
- New function ring adds extended functionality
- Durable and easy-to-handle tripod socket
- Equipped with a drop-in filter holder
- Weatherability of Sigma’s Sports line specifications
- Various functions to support shooting
Superior optical performance and agility for professionals: The innovative Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports combines the power of a prime lens with the freedom to zoom
SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
LENS CONSTRUCTION / MTF
TECHNOLOGY
SAMPLE IMAGES
Sony E-mount: φ167.0mm x 469.9mm / φ6.6in. x 18.5in.
Sony E-mount: 3,970g / 140.0oz.
The three-digit code on the surface of the lens is to indicate the year the lens was first released. (Since it is different from the year of manufacture, the release year and edition number may not match depending on the mount.)
Sony E-mount: 00-85126-59865-5
*L-Mount is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
| Camera | Sony α7 IV |
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| Shutter Speed | 1/200s |
| Lens F Number | F4.0 |
| ISO | 6400 |
| Focal Length | 459mm |
| Photographer | Andrew James |
| Camera | Sony α7 IV |
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| Shutter Speed | 1/640s |
| Lens F Number | F4.0 |
| ISO | 3200 |
| Focal Length | 600mm |
| Photographer | Andrew James |
| Camera | Sony α7 IV |
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| Shutter Speed | 1/320s |
| Lens F Number | F4.0 |
| ISO | 3200 |
| Focal Length | 370mm |
| Photographer | Andrew James |
| Camera | Sony α7 IV |
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| Shutter Speed | 1/3200s |
| Lens F Number | F6.3 |
| ISO | 800 |
| Focal Length | 597mm |
| Photographer | Andrew James |
| Camera | LEICA SL3 |
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| Shutter Speed | 1/1000s |
| Lens F Number | F4.0 |
| ISO | 1250 |
| Focal Length | 600mm |
| Photographer | Adam Klingeteg |
| Camera | LEICA SL3 |
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| Shutter Speed | 1/2500s |
| Lens F Number | F4.0 |
| ISO | 320 |
| Focal Length | 300mm |
| Photographer | Adam Klingeteg |
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Lens construction
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MTF Chart
The MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) is one of the measurements for evaluating a lens’ performance, and it shows how faithfully the contrast of the subject can be reproduced on the image plane. The horizontal axis shows the image height (distance from the center of the image in mm) and the vertical axis shows the contrast value (maximum value is 1).
The closer the 10 line pairs/mm curve is to 1, the higher the contrast and clarity of the lens is, and similarly, the closer the 30 line pairs/mm curve is to 1, the better the resolution and sharpness of the lens is.*The MTF chart depicts the result at the wide-open aperture.
*For mirrorless lenses that support distortion correction, the horizontal axis shows the image height equivalent to when an L-Mount lens is attached to a Sigma L-Mount camera with distortion correction applied. (The effect of distortion correction may differ depending on the mount and camera used.)
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Spatial frequency
S: Sagittal Line
M: Meridional Line
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10lp/mm
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30lp/mm
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Diffraction MTF
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Diffraction MTF
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Geometrical MTF
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Geometrical MTF
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Diffraction MTF (TC-1411)
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Diffraction MTF (TC-1411)
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Geometrical MTF (TC-1411)
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Geometrical MTF (TC-1411)
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Diffraction MTF (TC-2011)
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Diffraction MTF (TC-2011)
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Geometrical MTF (TC-2011)
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Geometrical MTF (TC-2011)
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Exceptional versatility in the ultra-telephoto range
The Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports extends the capabilities of a 600mm F4 prime lens with the freedom to zoom out all the way to 300mm without compromising optical performance. Its inner zoom mechanism minimizes center of gravity fluctuations throughout the entire zoom range, making it a versatile and easy-to-use tool for an unprecedented range of shooting situations.
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Extremely high optical performance
The Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports features 28 lens elements in 21 groups, including 6 FLD and 1 SLD glass elements, anomalous dispersion glass, and high refractive index glass. Its optical design provides excellent correction of various optical aberrations, such as chromatic aberration, throughout the entire zoom range. Although a zoom lens, the Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports delivers the unparalleled optical performance of a prime lens.
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HLA-driven high-speed AF
Despite its large aperture of F4, the Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports features a lightweight focus lens group thanks to the use of a high-thrust HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor, optimized optical power arrangement and state-of-the-art glass materials. The result is a high-speed autofocus functionality with outstanding accuracy.
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Powerful Optical Stabilization function driven by the OS2 algorithm
The Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports delivers exceptional optical stabilization of 5.5 stops* at 600mm. Powered by Sigma’s sophisticated OS2 algorithm and featuring a drive unit with a specially designed actuator and high-precision sensor, this lens effortlessly meets the demands of a large-aperture ultra-telephoto.
Additionally, photographers have the choice between two OS modes: Mode 1 is suitable for most still photography and video situations, while Mode 2 was specially designed for panning shots. Driven by Sigma’s Intelligent OS algorithm, this mode stabilizes the image during horizontal, vertical, or diagonal movements, regardless of the camera’s orientation, enabling photographers to capture moving subjects with professional precision.
* Based on CIPA guidelines. (Measured at a focal length of 600mm with a 35mm full-frame camera)
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Combines high robustness and mobility
The lens barrel is made of magnesium alloy for the main parts and the hood is made of carbon, achieving both high robustness and light weight. In addition, the optical design with the center of gravity toward the camera greatly improves the weight balance, which tends to be front-heavy.
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Thermal insulation paint for perfect lens performance
The exterior of the lens body is coated with a thermal insulation paint that effectively suppresses heat absorption from sunlight. This prevents the lens from heating up, even during long outdoor shoots in sunny weather, such as nature or motorsports photography.
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New function ring adds extended functionality
The Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports features a newly added function ring that further expands the options of the lens. The focus ring offers two different modes, selected via its setting switch:
Focus Preset Mode:
By turning the function ring to the left or right, the focus can be instantly shifted to a pre-registered focus position. This is useful when frequently shooting at a fixed focus position.Power Focus Mode:
Focusing at a constant speed is possible by operating the function ring. This allows for smooth focus shift during movie shooting as well as for focusing with minimal movement when shooting hand-held. Focusing speed can be changed in two steps depending on the angle at which the function ring is operated. -
Durable and easy-to-handle tripod socket
The tripod socket's rotating mechanism uses bearings for both high durability and smooth rotation with an optional click/declick mechanism for each 90° angle to assist in accuracy. The tripod socket foot is compatible with Arca-Swiss type clamps, but can be easily removed and replaced with different interchangeable tripod sockets (available separately) to suit a variety of situations and preferences.
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Equipped with a drop-in filter holder
The Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports features a drop-in filter holder for standard ø40.5mm filters. In addition, Sigma has developed a new drop-in circular polarizing filter and a variable ND filter (available separately) that can be adjusted by approximately 7-stops while dropped into the lens.
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Weatherability of Sigma’s Sports line specifications
The mount joints, manual focus ring, zoom ring, custom switches and other control switches, and exterior joints are all protected from dust and splash by a dust- and splash-resistant structure*. Further, the frontmost surface of the lens is coated with a water- and oil-repellent coating to facilitate maintenance when water droplets or dust adhere to the lens.
* The structure is designed to be dust- and splash-resistant, but not waterproof. Be careful not to bring the lens in contact with a large amount of water. Water inside the lens may cause major damage and even render the lens unrepairable.
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Various functions to support shooting
The lens features a variety of buttons and switches to accommodate individual preferences and the demands of different shooting situations, including AFL buttons in four different locations, a focus mode switch, a focus limiter switch, an OS mode switch (Mode 1 or Mode 2), and a custom mode switch. The L-Mount version of the lens is also compatible with Tele Converters (TC-1411/TC-2011) for AF-enabled shooting at a maximum focal length of 1,200mm.
