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Sigma has announced the 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM, a relatively compact and lightweight optically stabilized super-telephoto lens with with a dust and splashproof mount. The lens weighs 1160g/41oz, is 182mm/7.2in long, and the lens` front element has a 67mm diameter filter thread.
For zooming, the lens utilizes a standard twist mechanism, or the front of the lens can be pushed or pulled. It can focus down to 1.6m/5.2ft, and features a maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.8. The optical design comprises of 21 elements in 15 groups with four SLD (Special Low Dispersion) elements and a hypersonic motor with an updated algorithm.
Pricing will be announced at a later date.
Press Release
SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
Introducing the light bazooka-a new approach to the ultra-telephoto zoom
Top performance with the specification and functionality of a more expensive unit
Compact packaging with uncompromising image quality
Push/pull zoom mechanism incorporated
Telephoto plus macro functionality
Other features
Launch: TBD
Accessories: Hood(LH770-04)
AF Mounts:SIGMA, NIKON, CANON
Appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
A compact body and top performance in one complete package
An ultra-telephoto lens with an optical stabilizer (OS) system has several advantages. The OS allows the photographer to take photographs in unstable circumstances. The narrow angle of view makes it possible to dramatically compress perspective and flexible handling of the background. The photographer can thereby make the subject appear to jump out of the image, with the area in focus impressively sharp and clear. Nevertheless, ultra-telephoto lenses have traditionally had some disadvantages as well. A ...
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