Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport Lens for Sigma DSLR Camera

Class: Sports Typical Photography: Travel, Nature & Wildlife, Sports & Action. Designed and executed for the most demanding types of photography, the Sigma 150-600mm 5-6.3 DG HSM OS Sports lens is the new standard for telephoto zooms. Boasting 2 FLD glass elements (performance equal to fluorite) and 3 SLD glass elements, the new Sigma 150-600mm Sport produces incredibly sharp images through the entire zoom range. Chromatic aberration is controlled at the long end of the focal length through the optimized design of the glass elements and a dust and splash proof construction ensures a high degree of durability. • High action-capture performance • Dust and splash-proof construction • Water & oil repellent coating on the front and rear glass elements • Customization and flexible adjustment with Sigma USB Dock • Soft cap, Lens hood LH1164-01, case included • 105mm Filter Size An updated optical stabilizer (OS) features an accelerometer for improved panning photography both horizontally and vertically, essential for birding, wildlife and motorsports photography. The Sigma 150-600 Sports also touts a new zoom lock switch that can be locked at any focal length and a new manual override (MO) switch is incorporated as an option which is activated by rotating the focus ring while using the autofocus. This state-of-the-art lens is equipped with advanced Sigma technology including an optimized, quieter AF, water/oil repellent coating on front and rear elements and Mount Conversion service compatibility. As with all Sport line lenses, the Sigma 150-600 works with the Sigma USB dock for maximum customization allowing for firmware updates and adjustments to the focus limiter, AF speed and OS view. Accelerator sensor enables panning photography both in vertical and horizontal position The OS function using an accelerator sensor has been incorporated to ensure high accuracy. OS Mode 1 is suitable for general photography, and Mode 2 is ideal for panning shooting for motor sports etc. With Mode 2, the accelerator sensor works effectively to minimize blur while shooting by detecting whether the camera is positioned vertically or horizontally. *This lens cannot be used on film SLR cameras with the exception of the Nikon F6, Canon EOS-1V. *Effect of Mode 2 is limited to panning shooting in horizontal direction. Accolades • Extremely well built and solid, with a splash - and dust - proof construction • Images at both 150mm and 600mm look sharp and crisp with lots of fine detail • Optical characteristics like distortion and chromatic aberration looked very well controlled and practically nonexistent. • Ability to acquire focus very quickly and maintain focus even on far away and fast-moving subjects. • Extraordinary build quality with an extremely versatile zoom range leads to an all-around impressive lens. • Ideal for those serious about wildlife, nature, sports or other telephoto-centric outdoor subjects USB Dock Compatibility (USB Dock Sold Separately 878-101) Sigma has developed special software (SIGMA Optimization Pro) that can update the lens firmware and adjust parameters such as focus. In addition, the lenses from Sigma's Sports line have customizable AF speed, focus limiter and OS function. The 'Custom Mode Switch' is the device for further customization on the dedicated lenses.