Tamron SP AF 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD (A011) vs Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM
Both are Canon EF telephoto zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Tamron SP AF 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD (A011) if
- You need more reach: 600mm vs 500mm at the long end
Pick the Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
10 differences| Tamron SP AF 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD (A011) | Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Tamron
|
Sigma
|
| Format |
not listed
|
Full frame
|
| Focal length |
150-600mm
|
150-500mm
|
| Filter thread |
not listed
|
86 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
not listed
|
2.2 m
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.19×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
21 elements / 15 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
HSM
|
| Image stabilization |
not listed
|
Yes
|
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture. Show all
- Mount
- Canon EF both
- Type
- Telephoto Zoom both
- Max aperture
- f/5 both
Our notes
Tamron SP AF 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD (A011)
The Tamron SP AF 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD (A011) is a full-frame telephoto zoom lens covering 150-600mm at f/5-6.3 for Canon EF mount cameras, from the Tamron SP series with Vibration Compensation. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Our notes
Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM
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