Sigma Nikon F Macro

105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro

105mm
f/2.8
Macro
Stabilized
725 g
Min focus 0.31 m

Quick answer

A stabilized 1:1 macro for full-frame DSLRs that works equally well as a portrait lens. It weighs about 725 g and has a 62mm filter size.

Pros

True 1:1 magnification
Optical stabilization
HSM autofocus
62mm filters

Cons

Older EX design
Heavier than non-stabilized macro lenses

Verdict

A versatile macro. The stabilization is a real bonus for handheld close-ups.

About this lens

The Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro is a full-frame macro lens covering 105mm at f/2.8 for Nikon F mount cameras, with Optical Stabilizer and Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. A macro lens from Sigma for life-size close-ups.

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro specifications

Brand: Sigma
Mount: Nikon F
Focal length: 105mm
Maximum aperture: f/2.8
Lens type: Macro
Format coverage: full-frame
Optical construction: 16 elements in 11 groups
Aperture blades: 9
Image stabilization: Yes
Autofocus motor: HSM
Minimum focus distance: 0.31 m
Maximum magnification: 1x
Filter thread: 62 mm
Weight: 725 g
Length: 126.4 mm
Diameter: 78.3 mm

Specification source: sigmaphoto.com

What can you shoot with the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro?

Macro and close-up
Portraits
Product photography

Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.

Full-frame equivalent and field of view

Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.

Sensor	Crop	Equivalent	Horizontal FOV	Diagonal FOV
Full frame	1.0x	105mm	19.5°	23.3°
APS-C	1.5x	158mm	13°	15.6°

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro have stabilization?

Yes. Optical stabilization helps with handheld close-ups, where small movements are magnified.

What filter size does it use?

It takes 62mm filters. Buy that size and they mount directly with no step ring.

How close can the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro focus?

Minimum focus is 0.312 m, giving 1:1 life-size magnification. The distance is measured from the sensor plane, so the working distance in front of the lens is shorter.