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Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM vs Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD

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Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM

Telephoto Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
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Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD

Telephoto Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

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Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM vs Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM and Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD, two Telephoto Zoom lenses from Sigma and Tamron. Both cameras have the same focal range of 100-400mm but different max apertures: Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM has a max aperture of F5-6.3 while the Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD has a max aperture of F4.5-6.3.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Key Specs

  • 100-400mm Focal Range
  • F5-6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 1160g.
  • Diameter: 86mm
  • Length: 182mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.16m
  • Max Magnification:0.26x

Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Key Specs

  • 100-400mm Focal Range
  • F4.5-6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format:
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 1135g.
  • Diameter: 86mm
  • Length: 199mm
  • Min Focus Distance:1.5m
  • Max Magnification:0.28x

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD is the longer of the two lenses at 199mm. The Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM with a length of 182mm is 17mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 86mm.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD weighs 1135g, 2% (25g) lighter than the Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM's weight of 1160g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.

Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sigma 300-800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM Lens Sigma 300-800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM
544mm
157mm 5880g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF Nikkor 70-300mm f4-5.6G Lens Nikon 70-300mm f4-5.6G
117mm
74mm 425g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF Nikkor 80-400mm f4.5-5.6D ED VR Lens Nikon 80-400mm f4.5-5.6D ED VR
171mm
91mm 1340g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G VR Lens Nikon 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G VR
144mm
80mm 745g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC
258mm
106mm 1951g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f2.8G ED VR II Lens Nikon 70-200mm f2.8G ED VR II
209mm
87mm 1540g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM S Lens Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM S
290mm
121mm 2860g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG Macro Lens Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG
122mm
77mm 550g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM and Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.

Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM is also available in Sigma SA and Canon EF mounts.

Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD is also available in Canon EF mount.

Focal Range

Reasons to choose Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM over Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD

Focus Type Internal Focusing vs Extending front Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Length 182mm vs 199mm 17mm shorter
Minimum Focus Distance 0.16m vs 1.5m can focus closer to the subject
Reasons to choose Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD over Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
Max Aperture - Wide 4.5 vs 5 Wider aperture at wide end
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Weight 1135g vs 1160g 25g lighter
Max Magnification 0.28x vs 0.26x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM and Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD
Image Stabilization Yes vs Yes Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Weather Sealing Yes vs Yes safer to use under rain and dust
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM and Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming



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Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM vs Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD
Brand Sigma Tamron
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Telephoto Zoom Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX) Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 100-400mm 100-400mm
Image Stabilization Yes Yes
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Push/Pull (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No -
Zoom Lock - -
Zoom Ratio 4.0X 4.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F5-6.3 F4.5-6.3
Min Aperture F22 F32-45
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 21 17
Optical Groups 15 11
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.16m 1.5m
Max Magnification 0.26X 0.28X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Extending front
Distance Scale No Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 1160g 1135g
Diameter 86mm 86mm
Length 182mm 199mm
Materials Unknown Magnesium alloy
Weather Sealing Yes Yes
Filter Thread 67mm 67mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code LH770-04 Unknown
Tripod Collar No Tripod col
Optional Accessories - Tripod collar
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