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 | |
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Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
Focal Length | 300-800mm |
Mount Type | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA |
Format | Full Frame / FX |
Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor (APS-C) |
Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
Zoom Ratio | 2.66x |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:6.9 |
Optical Stabilization (Image Stabilization) | No |
Aperture Information | |
Aperture Ring | No |
Maximim Aperture | f/5.6 |
Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 8.2°-3.1° |
Optical Information | |
Lens Elements | 18 |
Lens Groups | 16 |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Focus Information | |
Focus | Autofocus |
Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance | 6m |
Filter Information | |
Filter Size | 46mm |
Accepts Filter Type | Screw-On |
Physical Characteristics | |
Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
Mount Material | Metal |
Tripod Collar | Yes |
Dimensions | 15.75 x 54.10cm |
Weight | 5.86kg |
Other Information | |
Available in Colors | Black |
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