The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM and the Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX 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 APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM and the Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM have the same Filter thread size of 86mm.
Below are links to the 86mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM has the Sony Alpha lens mount whereas the Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony A99 II, Sony A68 and Sony A77 II for the Sony Alpha Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is also available in the Canon EF , Nikon F (FX) and Sigma SA mounts.
Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is also available in Nikon F (FX) , Sigma SA and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
180mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
