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Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM F(FX) Mount Review

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM

Main Features

  • 150mm Focal Range
  • F2.9 - F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 72mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 895g / 1.97 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 80mm x 137mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.38m
  • Max Magnification: 1x
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Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM Overview


Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF) Macro Prime lens with 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with F(FX) Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeAverage
SportsAverage
PortraitAverage
TravelFair
StreetAverage
WeddingAverage
Walk AroundFair
VloggingFair
LandscapeFair
MacroVery Good

Reasons to Buy Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Autofocus
Aperture Ring
Distance Scale
Hood supplied
Tripod Collar
Full-time Manual Focusing
Focus Distance Limiter
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
High Max Magnification ratio of 1x
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CONs
No Weather Sealing
Pricey


Lens Mount

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM is also available in Canon EF , Four Thirds and Sigma SA mounts.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM has a maximum diameter of 80mm and total length of 137mm. It weighs 895g / 31.6 oz.

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM has a filter thread of 72mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM:

  • 72mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 72mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 72mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM has a fixed focal length of 150mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 225mm.


Tripod Collar

With a total length of 137mm and a weight of 895g, the Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM 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.

Optical Image Stabilization

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM doesn't have an optical image stabilization system so the only option to stabilize the image taken with this lens is to mount on a camera body with IBIS (sensor based In-body image stabilization).

Alternatively, you can check the Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS Macro HSM , Sigma APO 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM in Nikon F (FX) mount that have similar focal range but features Optical Image Stabilization.

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Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM has a Max Magnification Ratio of 1x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.38m.

Below are the 3 Macro Prime type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Venus 25mm F2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro: 5x - (Compare)
  • Venus 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe: 2x - (Compare)
  • Venus 100mm F2.8 2X Ultra Macro : 2x - (Compare)

Aperture

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM has a max aperture of F2.9 - F2.8 and a minimum aperture of F22.0.

Optical Formula

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM's optical formula consists of 16 elements in 12 groups . Special elements used in this design is 2 SLD glass elements.

Lens Hood

Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Popular Comparisons of Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM amongst Camera Decision readers.

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35mm FF 726 g / 1.60 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM Alternatives in Nikon F (FX) Mount
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35mm FF 760 g / 1.67 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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Sigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sigma
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Macro Prime
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 150mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Unknown
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F2.9 - F2.8
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 16
Optical Groups 12
Special Elements 2 SLD glass elements

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.38m
Max Magnification 1X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Focus Distance Limiter yes
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 895g
Diameter 80mm
Length 137mm
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 72mm
Filter Notes Does not rotate on focusing
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar Yes
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