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Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD vs Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S

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Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD

Telephoto Zoom | Sony E

Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S

Telephoto Zoom | Sony E

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Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD vs Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD and Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S, two Telephoto Zoom lenses from Tamron and Sigma.

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.

Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Key Specs

  • 150-500mm Focal Range
  • F5.0-6.7 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 82mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 1724g.
  • Diameter: 93mm
  • Length: 210mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.6m
  • Max Magnification:0.32x

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S Key Specs

  • 150-600mm Focal Range
  • F5-6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 95mm
  • Max Format:
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 2100g.
  • Diameter: 109mm
  • Length: 266mm
  • Min Focus Distance:2.8m
  • Max Magnification:0.34x

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S is the longer of the two lenses at 266mm. The Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD with a length of 210mm is 56mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S also has a larger diameter of 109mm compared to Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD's 93mm diameter.

Below you can find the scaled side by side image of Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD and Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S to get a better idea of how their size compare in real life.

Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD vs Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD and Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S Size and Weight

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. Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD weighs 1724g, which means it is 376g (21%) lighter than the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S which has a weight of 2100g.


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

Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Sony FE 200-600 F5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens Sony FE 200-600 F5.6-6.3 G OSS
318mm
112mm 2115g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 55-210mm F4.5-6.3 OSS Lens Sony E 55-210mm F4.5-6.3 OSS
108mm
64mm 345g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens Sony FE 70-300mm F4.5-5.6
144mm
84mm 854g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS
205mm
94mm 1395g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS Lens Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS
142mm
77mm 625g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II Lens Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II
200mm
88mm 1045g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VXD Lens Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di
149mm
81mm 815g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS Lens Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS
197mm
86mm 1135g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD and Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A7 IV, Sony ZV-E10 and Sony A1.

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S is also available in Leica L mount.

Focal Range

Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD has a focal range of 150-500mm and 3.3X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 225 - 750mm.
Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S has a focal range of 150-600mm and 4.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 225 - 900mm.

Reasons to choose Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD over Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S

Weight 1724g vs 2100g 376g lighter
Diameter 93mm vs 109mm 16mm smaller in diameter
Length 210mm vs 266mm 56mm shorter
Filter Thread 82mm vs 95mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Minimum Focus Distance 0.6m vs 2.8m can focus closer to the subject
Reasons to choose Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S over Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
Focal Length - Tele 600mm vs 500mm 100mm more Tele coverage
Optical Zoom 4.00x vs 3.30x More flexible focal coverage
Max Aperture - Tele 6.3 vs 6.7 Wider aperture at tele end
Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Max Magnification 0.34x vs 0.32x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD and Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S
Image Stabilization Yes vs Yes Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs Yes safer to use under rain and dust
Common Weaknesses of Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD and Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming
Distance Scale No vs No No Distance Scale assist



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Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD vs Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS S
Brand Tamron Sigma
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Telephoto Zoom Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 150-500mm 150-600mm
Image Stabilization Yes Yes
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock Yes Yes
Zoom Ratio 3.3X 4.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F5.0-6.7 F5-6.3
Min Aperture F22-32 F22-29
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 7 9
Optics
Optical Elements 25 25
Optical Groups 16 15
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.6m 2.8m
Max Magnification 0.32X 0.34X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Linear Motor Stepper motor
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale No No
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No No
Focus Distance Limiter Yes Yes
Physical Specs
Weight 1724g 2100g
Diameter 93mm 109mm
Length 210mm 266mm
Materials Magnesium alloy Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Yes
Filter Thread 82mm 95mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar Yes Yes
Optional Accessories - -
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