The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM and the Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM and the Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM have the same Filter thread size of 95mm.
Below are links to the 95mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM has the Sigma SA lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill for the Sigma SA Mount.
Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Nikon F (FX) mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50-500mm and the fastest aperture of
F4.5 - F6.3.