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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C SA Mount Review

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C

Main Features

  • 150-600mm Focal Range
  • F5.0 - F6.3 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 95mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • Weight: 1,930g / 4.25 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 121mm x 290mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 2.6m
  • Max Magnification: 0.2x
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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Overview


Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF) Super Telephoto Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with SA Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeExcellent
SportsExcellent
PortraitPoor
TravelPoor
StreetPoor
WeddingPoor
Walk AroundFair
VloggingPoor
LandscapeFair
MacroFair

Reasons to Buy Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Autofocus
Focus Range Limiter
Distance Scale
Compatible with Sigma Teleconverters
Hood supplied
Tripod Collar
Full-time Manual Focusing
Zoom Lock
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
600mm reach great for Wildlife Photography
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CONs
No Weather Sealing
Lens Extents while zooming
Slow Aperture at Wide end
Slow Aperture at Tele end
Variable Aperture
Heavy
Pricey


Lens Mount

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is compatible with cameras that have a Sigma SA lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sigma SA lenses are Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill.

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX) and Sony Alpha mounts.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C has a maximum diameter of 121mm and total length of 290mm when not extended. It weighs 1930g / 68.1 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM (Canon RF mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C vs Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C and the Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Size and Weight

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C has a filter thread of 95mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C:

  • 95mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 95mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 95mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C has a focal range of 150-600mm and 4.0X zoom ratio.


Teleconverter Compatibility

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is compatible with the Teleconverters below. With the use of these TC/extenders, you can find how the total focal reach and effective aperture of your Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C changes below:


Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Focal Range and Aperture Change with Teleconverter
Model Coverage with TC Aperture with TC Street Price
Sigma TC-1401 1.4x Teleconverter for Sigma SA Lens Sigma TC-1401 1.4x Teleconverter for Sigma SA 210 - 840mm F7 - 8.82 Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma TC-2001 2x Teleconverter for Sigma SA Lens Sigma TC-2001 2x Teleconverter for Sigma SA 300 - 1200mm F10 - 12.6 Amazon B&H Photo

Optical Image Stabilization

The Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Tripod Collar

With a total length of 290mm and a weight of 1930g, the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is a large lens. Fortunately, it comes with a tripod collar which you can use to attach the lens directly to a tripod or monopod instead of attaching the camera. This connection helps to better balance the lens/kit combination.

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C MTF Charts

Below you can find the MTF chart of Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C which would give an idea of the its contrast and resolution from the center to its edges.


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MTF Chart of the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C
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MTF Chart of the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C

Zoom Method

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C features Rotary (extending) zoom method where the length of the lens changes as you zoom in or out. This makes it possible to design the lens with a smaller minimum length ( generally when it is zoomed out) compared to internal zoom lenses. The disadvantages of this design are being harder to seal against dust and moisture, weight balance shifting while zooming and zoom creep in certain lenses.

Zoom Lock

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C has a Zoom lock feature which eliminates Zoom creep where focal length of the lens changes with gravity when it's held downwards or upwards.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.2x and has a minimum focusing distance of 2.6m.

Below are the 3 Super Telephoto Zoom type Sigma SA mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Sigma 18-300 F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM: 0.33x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM: 0.32x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM S: 0.3x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is a variable aperture lens with a max aperture of f5 and a minimum aperture of f22 at 150mm, and a max aperture of f6.3 and minimum aperture of f22 at 600mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
150mm F5 F22
600mm F6.3 F22

Optical Formula

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C's optical formula consists of 24 elements in 16 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 2 FLD
  • 3 SLD

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Optical Construction of the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C

Lens Hood

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Body Colour

Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM Lens Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM
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35mm FF 930 g / 2.05 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM S Lens Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM S
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35mm FF 2,700 g / 5.94 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 70-200 F2.8 DG OS HSM S Lens Sigma 70-200 F2.8 DG OS HSM S
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35mm FF 1,805 g / 3.97 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 1,135 g / 2.50 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM S Lens Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM S
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35mm FF 2,700 g / 5.94 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Lens Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM
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35mm FF 2,600 g / 5.72 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG Macro Lens Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG Macro
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35mm FF 550 g / 1.21 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens Sigma 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
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35mm FF 1,780 g / 3.92 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Alternatives in Sigma SA Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM S Lens Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM S
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35mm FF 2860 g / 6.29 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens Sigma 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
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35mm FF 1780 g / 3.92 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 200-500mm F2.8 EX DG Lens Sigma 200-500mm F2.8 EX DG
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35mm FF 15700 g / 34.54 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sigma
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Sigma SA
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 150-600mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No
Zoom Lock Yes
Zoom Ratio 4.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F5.0 - F6.3
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 24
Optical Groups 16
Special Elements 2 FLD and 3 SLD

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 2.6m
Max Magnification 0.2X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Focus Distance Limiter No
Distance Scale Yes
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 1930g
Diameter 121mm
Length 290mm
Materials Metal
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 95mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar Yes
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