Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS (S) Panasonic L-Mount Fit

Although SIGMA already has two exceptionally popular 150-600mm models in its line-up, these are designed for DSLRs and can only be used on mirrorless models with the help of a mount converter.

This new 150–600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports has been designed specifically for mirrorless, and has been completely reimagined, including a completely different optical design and a wide range of new features including Dual Action Zoom and customisable switches. It is the first ultra-telephoto mirrorless zoom lens in the SIGMA Sports line, and offers outstanding levels of performance, functionality, and build quality required for ultra-telephoto shooting in the most demanding situations.

Image quality is exceptional, with ultra-high-performance glass capable of delivering ultra-sharp results even on the highest resolution cameras, and the lens displays beautiful bokeh throughout its zoom range.

Fast and accurate autofocus owing to an AF unit equipped with a high-precision magnetic sensor, combined with an OS (Optical Stabilizer) function effective to approximately 4 stops* of image stabilisation makes this a highly responsive lens that can handle even the most challenging subjects.

The SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports offers outstanding optical performance throughout its zoom range and at all apertures, yielding professional quality results.

Based on the latest optical design technology, its lens construction of 25 elements in 15 groups includes a range of special types of high-performance glass that ensures thorough control of different types of aberrations. This helps give images the resolution and clearest detail – not only at the tele end around 600mm, which is critical for an ultra-telephoto zoom, but also throughout its entire zoom range – with no compromise.

The 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports combines the build quality that upholds the SIGMA Sports line standards with excellent operability, taking into account different shooting environments and modes of operation expected with an ultra-telephoto lens.

A dust and splash resistant structure that stops water drops or dust from getting into the lens, combined with a water and oil repellent coating applied to the front element, gives peace of mind even in harsh environments.

The lens features a Dual Action Zoom, which supports both straight zoom and ring zoom, allowing users to change the angle of view in a quick and intuitive way.

In addition, there is also a newly incorporated Zoom Torque switch, which changes the resistance of the zoom ring. This helps to eliminate zoom creep, where the lens barrel retracts under its own weight. The issue is most noticeable when photographing birds in flight or the moon because the lens is pointing upwards. With the Zoom Torque switch in T mode, as in the image, the barrel will not retract. In L mode, the barrel can be locked at 150mm.

On the lens body there is a magnesium tripod socket attachable to an Arca Swiss-type clamp. The foot is removable and may be replaced with an optional lens foot (replaceable lens foot type) or mounted on a monopod. When the foot isn’t in use, it can be swung upwards by rotating the tripod collar, making it more comfortable to hold the lens.

• Lens construction: 25 elements in 15 groups, with 4 FLD and 2 SLD elements
• OS function
• Internal focusing
• Compatible with high-speed autofocus
• Stepping motor
• Compatible with lens-based optical correction
  *Function available on supported cameras only. Available corrections may vary depending on the camera model.
• Supports DMF and AF+MF
• Super Multi-Layer Coating
• Water and oil repellent coating (front element)
• Focus Mode switch
• Focus Limiter switch
• OS switch
• Custom Mode switch
• AFL button (3 buttons)
• Zoom Torque switch
• Tripod Socket (TS-121)
• Cover Hood (LH1304-01)
• Designed to minimise flare and ghosting
• Compatible with SIGMA TELE CONVERTER TC-1411 / TC-2011 (sold separately / for L-Mount only)
• Compatible with SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 (sold separately / for L-Mount only)
• Compatible with SIGMA TRIPOD SOCKET TS-81 (Replaceable lens foot type / sold separately)
• Dust and splash resistant structure
• Every single lens undergoes SIGMA’s proprietary MTF measuring system ‘A1’
• 9-blade rounded diaphragm
• High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount
• ‘Made in Japan’ craftsmanship

To learn more about SIGMA’s craftsmanship, please visit sigma-global.com/en/about/craftsmanship

Our new lineup fully expresses our approach to lenses and photography itself. All of our lenses belong to one of three lines—Contemporary, Art, or Sports—all of which share our development philosophy and advanced manufacturing system. High performance, high quality, and high end in every respect, these lenses give people who love photography lasting value and consistent, exciting results. The secret is our passion for craftsmanship that we put into every production process and every product.

We used to measure lens performance with MTF measuring system using conventional sensors. However, we’ve now developed our own proprietary MTF (modulation transfer function) measuring system (A1) using 46-megapixel Foveon direct image sensors. Even previously undetectable high-frequency details are now within the scope of our quality control inspections. The SIGMA 50mm F1.4 DG HSM will all be checked using this “A1” before they are shipped.

* A1: Aizu1

All Sigma’s manufacturing – right down to moulds and parts – with a few exceptions, are carried out under a single integrated production system, entirely in Japan. We are now one of the very few manufacturers whose products are solely “made in Japan”. We like to think our products are somehow imbued with the essence of our homeland, blessed as it is with clean air and water, and focused, hard-working people. We pride ourselves on the authentic quality of Sigma products, born of a marriage between highly attuned expertise and intelligent, advanced technology. Our sophisticated products have satisfied professionals and lovers of photography all over the world because our manufacturing is based on genuine craftsmanship, underpinned by the passion and pride of our experts.

As an experienced lens manufacturer that has been creating a diverse range of interchangeable lenses, we have started the innovative chargeable service “Mount Conversion Service”. With this service, the mount of your current SIGMA lenses can be changed to another mount of your choice. It gives a new life to your favourite lenses when you wish to use it on a different camera body.

* This “Mount Conversion Service” is different from a normal repair. In order to apply for the service, please contact your nearest authorized subsidiary/distributor of SIGMA.