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Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens Announced, Priced $1,999

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Sigma has just officially announced the new Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens for Sony E and Leica L mounts. It is the second full-frame mirrorless zoom lens in the Sigma Sports line, covering a vast 10x range and is well-suited for a wide variety of subjects, including sports, wildlife, portraiture, and fast-moving action.

The lens is constructed of 27 elements in 19 groups, including three Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements and two ‘F’ Low Dispersion (FLD) elements. It’s made of a ‘multi-material structure’ that consists of magnesium, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) and a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC). It has a minimum focusing distance of 0.45m (17.7”) at 60mm and 2.6m (102.4”) at 600mm. It uses a 105mm front filter thread, has a nine-blade aperture diaphragm and delivers a 1:2.4 magnification ratio at 200mm.

Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens (Leica L): $1,999 at B&HAdorama.

Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens (Sony E): $1,999 at B&HAdorama.

At a Glance

  • Lens construction of 27 elements in 19 groups (2 FLD and 3 SLD)
  • 9-blade rounded diaphragm
  • HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motors, compatible with high-speed autofocus
  • Dust and Splash Resistant Structure
  • Water and Oil Repellent Coating (front element)
  • Newly designed “OS2” Optical Stabilizer function: 7 stops at the wide end and 6 stops at the telephoto end
  • Rotary zooming using the zoom ring, and zooming grasping the end of the lens
  • Minimum focusing distance at 60mm is 45cm, with a 1:2.4 maximum magnification at 200mm
  • Three AFL buttons for easy customization and operate in any orientation
  • Weighs 5.5 pounds
  • Technical specifications
  • Sample photos
  • Hands-on reports at Explora
  • First look
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Key features of Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports lens:

Principal specifications
Lens type Zoom lens
Max Format size 35mm FF
Focal length 60–600 mm
Image stabilization Yes
CIPA Image stabilization rating 7 stop(s)
Lens mount L-Mount, Sony E
Aperture
Maximum aperture F4.5–22
Minimum aperture F6.3–32
Aperture ring No
Number of diaphragm blades 9
Aperture notes Rounded
Optics
Elements 27
Groups 19
Special elements / coatings Three Special Low Dispersion (SLD) elements and two ‘F’ Low Dispersion (FLD) elements
Focus
Minimum focus 0.45 m (17.72″)
Maximum magnification 2.4×
Autofocus Yes
Motor type Linear Motor
Full time manual No
Focus method Extending front
Focus distance limiter Yes
Physical
Weight 2495 g (5.50 lb)
Diameter 119 mm (4.7″)
Length 279 mm (10.99″)
Materials Magnesium, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) and a Thermally Stable Composite (TSC)
Sealing Yes
Colour Black
Zoom method Rotary (extending)
Power zoom No
Zoom lock Unknown
Filter thread 105 mm
Hood supplied Yes
Tripod collar Yes