Sigma 180mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro vs Sigma 180mm f/5.6 Apochromatic
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sigma 180mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro is faster by 2 stops (f/2.8 vs f/5.6), letting in more light.
| Spec | 180mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro | 180mm f/5.6 Apochromatic |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Mount | Sigma SA | Sigma SA |
| Type | Macro | Telephoto |
| Focal length | 180mm | 180mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/5.6 |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Groups | 14 | n/a |
| Elements | 19 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 86 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.47 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 1.0 | n/a |
Sigma 180mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro
A 180mm f/2.8 full-frame macro lens, the Sigma 180mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro is designed for Sigma SA mount bodies, with Optical Stabilizer, Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus and apochromatic correction. A macro lens from Sigma for life-size close-ups.
Sigma 180mm f/5.6 Apochromatic
A 180mm f/5.6 telephoto prime lens, the Sigma 180mm f/5.6 Apochromatic is designed for Sigma SA mount bodies. A macro lens from Sigma for life-size close-ups.