The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN and the Canon RF 100-500mm for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN is the longer of the two lenses at 279mm. The Canon RF 100-500mm with a length of 208mm, is 71mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN also has a larger diameter of 119mm compared to the Canon RF 100-500mm's 94mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN and Canon RF 100-500mm to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN and the Canon RF 100-500mm Size and Weight 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. Canon RF 100-500mm weighs 1365g, 45% (1130g) lighter than the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN's weight of 2495g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN has a filter size of 105mm whereas the Canon RF 100-500mm has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 105mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 100-500mm:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon RF 100-500mm has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN has a focal range of 60-600mm and
10.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
90 - 900mm .
On the other hand, the Canon RF 100-500mm has a focal range of 100-500mm and 5.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 160 - 800mm .
