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Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport SA Mount Review

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport

Main Features

  • 500mm Focal Range
  • F4 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 46mm ( Drop-in type)
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • Weight: 3,310g / 7.28 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 145mm x 380mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 3.5m
  • Max Magnification: 0.15x
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Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport Overview


Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Super Telephoto Prime 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 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeExcellent
SportsExcellent
PortraitFair
TravelPoor
StreetPoor
WeddingFair
Walk AroundPoor
VloggingPoor
LandscapePoor
MacroPoor

Reasons to Buy Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Distance Scale
Compatible with Sigma Teleconverters
Hood supplied
Tripod Collar
Full-time Manual Focusing
Focus Distance Limiter
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
500mm reach great for Wildlife Photography
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CONs
Heavy
Pricey


Lens Mount

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport 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 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport is also available in Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.


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Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport has a maximum diameter of 145mm and total length of 380mm when not extended. It weighs 3310g / 116.8 oz.

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport has a Drop-in type filter holder with a filter thread of 46mm.




Focal Range

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport has a fixed focal length of 500mm.


Teleconverter Compatibility

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport 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 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport changes below:


Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport 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 700 - 700mm F5.6 Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma TC-2001 2x Teleconverter for Sigma SA Lens Sigma TC-2001 2x Teleconverter for Sigma SA 1000 - 1000mm F8 Amazon B&H Photo

Weather Sealings

The Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill.

Optical Image Stabilization

The Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport 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 380mm and a weight of 3310g, the Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport 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.

Zoom Method

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport 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.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.15x and has a minimum focusing distance of 3.5m. 0.15x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.


Aperture

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport has a max aperture of F4 and a minimum aperture of F32.

Optical Formula

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport's optical formula consists of 16 elements in 11 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • One SLD
  • Two FLD Elements

Lens Hood

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Body Colour

Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport Lens
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35mm FF 5,060 g / 11.13 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 4,900 g / 10.78 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art
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35mm FF 1,130 g / 2.49 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM Lens Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM
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35mm FF 725 g / 1.60 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 1,130 g / 2.49 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 300mm F2.8 APO EX DG HSM Lens Sigma 300mm F2.8 APO EX DG HSM
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35mm FF 2,400 g / 5.28 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
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35mm FF 1,645 g / 3.62 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport Alternatives in Sigma SA Mount
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Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Sigma
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Telephoto Prime
Lens Mount Sigma SA
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 500mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4
Min Aperture F32
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 16
Optical Groups 11
Special Elements One SLD and Two FLD Elements

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 3.5m
Max Magnification 0.15X
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 3310g
Diameter 145mm
Length 380mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 46mm
Filter Notes Drop-in
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar Yes
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