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Quick answer
The Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM is a standard to telephoto zoom lens covering 50-150mm at f/2.8 for the Sigma SA mount. Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
About this lens
A 50-150mm f/2.8 APS-C fast short-telephoto zoom lens, the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM is designed for Sigma SA mount bodies, with Optical Stabilizer, Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus and apochromatic correction. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.
Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM specifications
What can you shoot with the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM?
At 50-150mm this is a standard to telephoto zoom, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
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 | 50–150mm | 13.7–39.6° | 16.4–46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 75–225mm | 9.1–27° | 11–32.2° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM use?
It uses the Sigma SA mount, so it fits Sigma SA cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM?
It zooms across 50-150mm with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. That makes it a standard to telephoto lens.
Is the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 50-150mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/2.8.
What is the Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 APO EX DC OS HSM equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 75–225mm on full frame, with a 9.1–27° horizontal and 11–32.2° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
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