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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C vs Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD

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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C

Telephoto Zoom | Sony Alpha

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Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC

Telephoto Zoom | Sony Alpha

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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C vs Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC, two Telephoto Zoom lenses from Sigma and Tamron. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 150-600mm focal range and a max aperture of F5.0 - F6.3 so they are very comparable in this regard.

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 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Key Specs

  • 150-600mm Focal Range
  • F5.0 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 95mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 1930g.
  • Diameter: 105mm
  • Length: 260mm
  • Min Focus Distance:2.8m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC Key Specs

  • 150-600mm Focal Range
  • F5.0 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 95mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 1951g.
  • Diameter: 106mm
  • Length: 258mm
  • Min Focus Distance:2.7m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

What type of photography are the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and the Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC
Bird/WildlifeExcellentExcellent
SportsExcellentExcellent
PortraitPoorPoor
TravelPoorPoor
StreetPoorPoor
WeddingPoorPoor
Walk AroundFairFair
VloggingPoorPoor
LandscapeFairFair
MacroFairFair

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is the longer of the two lenses at 260mm. The Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC with a length of 258mm is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC has a larger diameter of 106mm compared to Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C's 105mm diameter.

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. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C weighs 1930g, which means it is 21g (1%) lighter than the Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC which has a weight of 1951g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for size comparison purposes.

Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sony 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G SSM II Lens Sony 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G SSM II
136mm
83mm 750g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony 75-300mm F4.5-5.6 Lens Sony 75-300mm F4.5-5.6
122mm
71mm 460g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM Lens Sony DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM
85mm
72mm 305g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens Sigma 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
252mm
95mm 1780g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Lens Tamron 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD G2
258mm
106mm 2010g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di LD Macro Lens Tamron AF 70-300mm f4-5.6 LD
117mm
77mm 435g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS Lens Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS
126mm
77mm 610g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM II Lens Sony 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM II
196mm
95mm 1500g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC has the same Sony Alpha lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony Alpha lenses are Sony A99 II, Sony A68 and Sony A77 II.

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX) and Sigma SA mounts.

Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC is also available in Canon EF and Nikon F (FX) mounts.

Focal Range

Both lenses have the same focal range of 150-600mm and the fastest aperture of F5.0 - F6.3.

Reasons to choose Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C over Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD

Image Stabilization Yes vs No Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Weight 1930g vs 1951g 21g lighter
Diameter 105mm vs 106mm 1mm smaller in diameter

Reasons to choose Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD over Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C

Length 258mm vs 260mm 2mm shorter
Minimum Focus Distance 2.7m vs 2.8m can focus closer to the subject

Common Strengths of Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD
Weather Sealing No vs No not safe under rain and dust



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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C vs Tamron 150-600mm f5-6.3 VC Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Sigma Tamron
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Telephoto Zoom Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Sony Alpha Sony Alpha
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 150-600mm 150-600mm
Image Stabilization Yes No
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) No Zoom
Power Zoom No -
Zoom Lock Yes -
Zoom Ratio 4.0X 4.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F5.0 - F6.3 F5.0 - F6.3
Min Aperture F22.0 F32.0 - F40.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 20 20
Optical Groups 14 13
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 2.8m 2.7m
Max Magnification 0.2X 0.2X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ultrasonic Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Unknown
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Unknown No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 1930g 1951g
Diameter 105mm 106mm
Length 260mm 258mm
Materials Composite with metal sealed mount Unknown
Weather Sealing No Unknown
Filter Thread 95mm 95mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar Yes Yes
Optional Accessories - -
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