150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary
- 150-600mm
- f/5.0
- Telephoto Zoom
Quick answer
A lighter alternative to Sigma's Sport 150-600mm, aimed at hobbyist wildlife shooters. It keeps the same focal range and has Optical Stabilizer.
Pros
- Lighter than the Sport
- Optical Stabilizer
- 150-600mm reach
Cons
- Less rugged than the Sport
- Slow aperture at 600mm
Verdict
Consider it a lighter route to 600mm for DSLR users.
About this lens
A 150-600mm f/5-6.3 full-frame telephoto zoom lens, the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary is designed for Canon EF mount bodies, from the Sigma Contemporary line with Optical Stabilizer and Hyper Sonic Motor autofocus. A long-reach telephoto zoom aimed at sports and wildlife.
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary specifications
- Brand
- Sigma
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 150-600mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/5.0
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
What can you shoot with the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary?
- Wildlife
- Birds
- Travel
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
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 | 150–600mm | 3.4–13.7° | 4.1–16.4° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 240–960mm | 2.1–8.6° | 2.6–10.3° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary lighter than the Sport?
Yes. It weighs about 1,930 g against about 2,860 g for the Sport.
Does the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary have stabilization?
Yes. It has Sigma's Optical Stabilizer (OS), which helps keep handheld shots steady at slower shutter speeds.
Is the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary sealed?
Sigma gives it more limited sealing than the Sport version, so be more careful in rain and dust.
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