Product Comparison: Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports vs Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2


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General Specifications
Brand
Sigma
Tamron
Model
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports
SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
The Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports is the worlds first 10x optical zoom telephoto lens with a tele end of 600mm. Incorporating 25 elements in 19 groups, excellent and consistent image quality can be achieved throughout the entire zoom range.
The SP 150-600mm G2 ultra-telephoto lens with upgraded optical performance enables handheld shooting with remarkable definition. The SP 150-600mm G2 includes three LD lens elements which completely eliminate axial and transverse chromatic aberrations.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Canon EF
Canon EF
Maximum Aperture
4.5 /f
5 /f
Minimum Focal Length
60 millimeters
150 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
600 millimeters
600 millimeters
Lens Type
Telephoto zoom
Telephoto zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • Love the lens. Picture quality is great. Great aperture.
  • This is an exceptional lens, it is fast and sharp at all focal lengths.
  • It is razor sharp at most focal lengths.
  • Love the range, love the build.
  • I am happy with the focal range so far and the images are pretty sharp.
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Camera Lens
  • The images were sharp at all focal lengths.
  • The color rendition was very impressive.
  • The focal length for the price is great.
  • Very usable focal lengths.
  • It's very sharp at the full range of focal lengths.
Size & Weight
Height
4.7 in.
4.26 in.
Width
4.7 in.
4.26 in.
Depth
10.6 in.
10.2 in.
Weight
95.2 oz.
70.9 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • Good lens and worth the money. Good size.
  • Build quality is nice with a very solid feel to it. Nice size for hands.
  • Very versatile and not heavy to carry.
  • It is a heavy lens and my arms do get tired handholding while I'm photographing birds.
  • It is heavy so I tend to use a monopod or tripod.
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Camera Lens
  • Weight is good and pictures are sharp.
  • Great lens. Handles well with monopod to carry weight.
  • Clear and sharp. Weight was a surprise good.
  • The only drawback is the weight of the lens. It is heavy.
  • The lens is heavy. Hands get tired quickly.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
23.6 in.
86.6 in.
Field Of View
39.6° - 4.1°
FX 16°25' - 4°8' / DX 10°38' - 2°40'
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus, Manual Override
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Imaging"
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • Image quality and autofocus are excellent.
  • Autofocus speed is very good even at 600mm.
  • Autofocus is fast and quiet.
  • Autofocus and stability really surprised me.
  • Picture quality and autofocus are both very good.
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Camera Lens
  • Focusing is fast and sharp.
  • Focus was fast and accurate.
  • Fast focus, very good image stabilization.
  • VC works well. Great focus.
  • The autofocus has been very quick and silent.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Canon
Canon
Sensor Type Compatibility
FX Format / DX Format
FX Format / DX Format
Lens Groups and Elements
25 Elements in 19 Groups
21 Elements in 13 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
9
9
Filter Diameter
105 millimeters
95 millimeters
Extras
Dust and splash-proof construction, Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism, Zoom lock, Hyper Sonic Motor, Exclusive low-dispersion glass
eBAND Coating, Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism, Fluorine Coating, Moisture-resistant construction, TAP-in Console™
What customers say about "Features"
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports Telephoto Zoom Lens
  • The lens produces a nice bokeh.
  • It’s a solid lens, very rugged and sturdy.
  • This lens is awesome. Sharpness is incredible.
  • This is an outstanding lens for the money.
  • The build quality of the lens is excellent, it feels solid and works smooth.
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Camera Lens
  • Amazing build quality. Very nice and sharp captures.
  • Fully auto and clear, crisp pictures even at full focal length.
  • Works very well with my Canon camera.
  • Great long zoom lens and a very reasonable price.
  • I am very pleased with the build quality and sharpness of this lens.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
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