Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO IF HSM

Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO IF HSM

Lens Summary

Brand: Sigma

Also Known As: Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6

Lens Type: Zoom Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA

Release Date: N/A

MSRP Price: $8000

Made in: Japan

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: Sigma’s APO 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG HSM is another unique lens in the line of Sigma offerings. An ultra telephoto as no other camera or lens manufacturer offers the serious photographer! Featuring a constant aperture of f/5.6 throughout the entire zoom range, this lens is ideal for photographing wildlife when there is no way of controlling the distance of the animal to the camera. With a simple turn of the zoom ring, the photographer can instantly adjust the composition of the image without moving or disturbing the subject. Similarly, the zoom accommodates sporting photography such as soccer or surfing where the rapidly changing distance of the action requires massive changes in focal length in a matter of seconds. Two SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements provide optimum color correction & sharpness throughout the entire zoom range. At the rear of the lens, a drop in 46mm filter holder is provided so that the photographer can easily add inexpensive color correction or light balancing filters. A perfect lens for surveillance use, its stealth black finish is unobtrusive and easily concealed.


Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO IF HSM Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length300-800mm
Mount TypeCanon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor (APS-C)
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Zoom Ratio2.66x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:6.9
Optical Stabilization (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/5.6
Minimum Aperturef/32
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)8.2°-3.1°
Optical Information
Lens Elements18
Lens Groups16
Diaphragm Blades9
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Minimum Focus Distance6m
Filter Information
Filter Size46mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-On
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Tripod CollarYes
Dimensions15.75 x 54.10cm
Weight5.86kg
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

Lens Construction

Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO IF HSM Diagram

MTF Chart

Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO IF HSM MTF Chart 300mm
Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO IF HSM MTF Chart 800mm

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