Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III vs Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III is faster by 0.3 stops (f/4.0 vs f/4.5), letting in more light.
- Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport goes wider (60mm vs 75mm).
- Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport reaches further (600mm vs 300mm).
| Spec | EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III | 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Sigma |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Superzoom |
| Focal length | 75-300mm | 60-600mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 (faster) | f/4.5 |
| Released | 1999 | n/a |
| Blades | 7 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 9 | n/a |
| Elements | 13 | n/a |
| Weight g | 480.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 58 | n/a |
| Length mm | 122.1 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 71.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 1.5 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.25 | n/a |
Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III
An entry-level telephoto zoom with no stabilization and a basic micro motor instead of USM. Covers full frame.
Pros
- Light
- Long reach
- Simple to use
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Soft at 300mm
- Slow, noisy AF
Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport
A long telephoto zoom from Sigma's Sport line, with Optical Stabilizer and a dust- and splash-proof structure. It covers 60-600mm.
Pros
- 60-600mm range
- Optical Stabilizer
- Dust- and splash-proof structure
Cons
- Very heavy at roughly 2.7 kg
- Large