The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS and the Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG 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 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG with a length of 122mm, is 4mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 77mm.
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. Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG weighs 550g, 9% (60g) lighter than the Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS's weight of 610g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Sony Alpha Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS and the Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS and the Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG 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 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF3 and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF, Sigma SA, Canon EF, Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-300mm and the fastest aperture of
F4.0 - F5.6.