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70-300mm zooms are incredibly popular, particularly for travel. How does Tamron’s newest model compare? Check out our sample gallery to judge sharpness, bokeh and pincushion distortion for yourself.
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Tamron has announced the release of the 70–300mm F4.5–6.3 Di III RXD, a lens deemed as ‘the world’s smallest and lightest telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras.’
The lens is constructed of 15 elements in 10 groups, including a low dispersion element for minimizing aberrations. Autofocus is driven by Tamron’s Rapid Extra-Silent Stepping Drive (RXD) motor technology.
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Other specifications include an aperture range of F4.5 (at 70mm) to F32 (at 300mm), a seven-blade aperture diaphragm and a minimum focusing distance of 80cm (31.5”) on the wide end and 150cm (59.1”) on the tele end. Tamron says the lens is moisture-resistant thanks to an array of seals in ‘critical locations’ and its compact design measures in at just 14.7cm (5.8”) long, 77mm (3”) diameter and weighs only 545g (19.2oz).
The lens is expected to retail go on sale starting October 29 for $ 549, but Tamron notes the complexities caused by the COVID-19 pandemic could change that date.
Press release:
70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047)
September 24, 2020, Commack, New York – Tamron announces the launch of the 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047), a telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. The lens will be on sale on October 29, 2020 at approximately $ 549.00; however, due to the current global health crisis, the release date or product supply schedule can change.
While Tamron has manufactured many popular telephoto zoom lenses that extend to 300mm for DSLR cameras, the new 70-300mm is the first model designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Developed with the concept of bringing the joy of easy telephoto shooting to photographers everywhere, it’s the world’s smallest and lightest 70-300mm zoom lens— just 5.8 in. in length and weighing a mere 19.2 oz.— and delivers exceptional image quality.
Its Moisture-Resistant Construction provides greater protection when shooting outdoors and the lens shares the 67mm filter diameter common to all members of Tamron’s lens series for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The lens also takes full advantage of in-camera features, including Sony’s Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF that support a fantastic shooting experience. The 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 is a highly practical lens that makes the excitement of telephoto shooting easier than ever before across a diverse range of shooting styles including landscapes, sports and other athletic events, wildlife, portraits, and more.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
1. A telephoto zoom so compact you will want to carry it around everyday
Tamron has adopted a dedicated design for mirrorless cameras and achieved a compact size once again by fixing the aperture at F6.3 at the telephoto end. The maximum diameter is 77mm. Measuring just 5.8
in. and weighing a mere 19.2 oz., this 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 is the world’s smallest and lightest telephoto zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Compatible with Sony’s popular E-mount cameras, it has been developed with the concept of enabling photographers to experience the universe of full-scale, full-frame 300mm telephoto photography more easily.
The AF drive system incorporates the exceptionally quiet RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor. Because this lens is compatible with Sony camera features, including in body image stabilization and Eye AF, you can enjoy comfortable, high-speed, high precision telephoto photography, even handheld.
Experience the excitement of bringing distant subjects closer as well as the perspective flattering characteristics achieved by full-scale telephoto photography more easily than ever before. For landscapes, sports, birds, and wildlife as well as closer subjects such as portraits and street scenes, this lens expands the range of telephoto photography.
2. Superior optical performance and supreme lightweight portability
Pursuing lightweight design as a top priority, Tamron has created a compact 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 zoom lens that makes 300mm telephoto shooting easy and fun. The superb optical design is based on a rigorous simulation process using state-of-the-art design technologies. As a result, Tamron has successfully struck a balance between extreme lightness (19.2 oz.) and compactness (5.8 in.), incorporating a slim lens barrel with a maximum diameter of 77mm— all without sacrificing high image quality. The optical design includes 15 elements in 10 groups, with an LD (Low Dispersion) lens element precisely arranged to suppress axial chromatic and other aberrations that are likely to happen with telephoto zoom lenses. At 300mm, a commonly used telephoto zoom focal length, the design delivers excellent resolution from edge-to-edge. Overall, the efficient optical construction (which also contributes to its light weight), plus Tamron’s BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating with its well-established reputation for anti-reflection properties, combine to enable the photographer to capture extremely clear, crisp images across the entire zoom range. While the lens features an advanced design with excellent core image quality, optical performance can be enhanced even further by employing the lens correction features found on Sony cameras.
With the introduction of this lens, all photographers, from first-time users of dedicated telephoto zoom lenses to experienced enthusiasts seeking a compact, lightweight telephoto zoom, can comfortably enjoy the advantages of a powerful, versatile zoom without worry about size or weight. Photographers who are shooting with in-camera image stabilization or using a tripod, can reduce the burden of their gear. Moreover, the 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 maintains excellent balance even when used with the APS-C sized E-mount cameras that are smaller than full-frame cameras (e.g., Sony ?6500); consequently, users can also enjoy photography with an even greater equivalent telephoto zoom appearance of approximately 450mm.
3. The RXD stepping motor unit is exceptionally quiet?
The AF drive incorporates a sensor that accurately detects the position of the lens while the RXD motor unit delivers optimized AF control. This achieves very fast and accurate autofocus operation and allows
users to maintain tack-sharp focus on continuously moving subjects shot at the telephoto zoom position. Thanks to the exceedingly quiet AF, the lens can be used discreetly in concert halls and other situations that require low noise levels, and for video recording.
4. A full family of superb, compact lenses made especially for mirrorless cameras
The 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 shares the same uniform 67mm filter diameter as other members of Tamron’s series of full-frame mirrorless camera lenses. When using an assortment of these lenses, users can easily interchange filters (e.g., PL, ND, etc.) and lens caps, thereby increasing convenience and minimizing costs as it is unnecessary to purchase a collection of different size filters.
Tamron’s lineup of lenses with 67mm filter diameter for full-frame mirrorless cameras (in the order they were launched):
– 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A036) / High-speed standard zoom lens
– 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) / High-speed ultra-wide-angle zoom lens
– 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F051) / Prime lens
– 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F053) / Prime lens
– 20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F050)/ Prime lens
– 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) / High-speed telephoto zoom lens
– 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III RXD (Model A071)/ All-in-one zoom lens
5. Moisture-Resistant Construction for added protection
Seals are located at the lens mount area and other critical locations to deter infiltration of moisture and/or rain drops and afford Moisture-Resistant Construction. This feature provides an additional layer of protection when shooting outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
6. Compatible with camera-specific features and functions
Tamron’s new 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 is compatible with many of the advanced features that are specific to certain mirrorless cameras. These include the following:
– Fast Hybrid AF
– Eye AF
– Direct Manual Focus (DMF)
– In-camera lens correction (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion)
– Camera-based lens unit firmware updates
SPECIFICATIONS
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Model |
: A047 |
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Focal Length |
: 70-300mm |
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Maximum Aperture |
: F4.5-6.3 |
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Angle of View (diagonal) |
: 34°21′-8°15′?(for full-frame mirrorless format) |
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Optical Construction |
: 15 elements in 10 groups |
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Minimum Object Distance |
: 31.5 in. (WIDE), 59.1 in. (TELE) |
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Maximum Magnification Ratio |
: 1:9.4 (WIDE) / 1:5.1 (TELE) |
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Filter Size |
: Ø67mm |
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Maximum Diameter |
: Ø77mm |
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Length* |
: 5.8 in. |
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Weight |
: 19.2 oz. |
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Aperture Blades |
: 7 (circular diaphragm)** |
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Minimum Aperture |
: F22-32 |
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Standard Accessories |
: Round-shaped hood, Lens caps |
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Compatible Mounts |
: Sony E-mount |
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Tamron has announced the development of what it claims is the ‘smallest and lightest’ telephoto zoom for Sony E-mount: the 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III RXD.
This focal range isn’t new to Tamron, but this is the first 70-300 developed for full-frame mirrorless bodies. The lens is weather-sealed and its focus group is driven by an ‘RXD’ stepping motor. The diameter of the lens is 77mm (3″) while it weighs in at 544g (19.2oz).
The 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III RXD is expected to ship this fall.
Press release
August 3, 2020, Commack, NY – Tamron announces the development of a new telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, the 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD (Model A047). The lens is planned to launch in Fall 2020.
While Tamron has manufactured many popular telephoto zoom lenses that extend to 300mm for DSLR cameras, the new 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 is the first model designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Developed with the concept of bringing the joy of easy telephoto shooting to photographers everywhere, it’s the world’s smallest and lightest 70-300mm zoom lens at 5.8 in., 19.2 oz. and maximum diameter of 77mm, and delivers exceptional image quality.
Its Moisture-Resistant Construction provides greater protection when shooting outdoors and the lens shares the 67mm filter diameter common to all members of Tamron’s lens series for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The lens also takes full advantage of in-camera features, including Sony’s Fast Hybrid AF and Eye AF that support a fantastic shooting experience. The 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 is a highly practical lens that makes the excitement of telephoto shooting easier than ever before across a diverse range of shooting styles including landscapes, sports and other athletic events, wildlife, portraits, and more.
Main features
Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.
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Sony APS-C shooters received some good news this summer in the form of two new E-mount lenses: the 16-55mm F2.8 and 70-350mm F4.5-6.3. Covering a 105-525mm equiv. range, the latter offers powerful reach for crop-sensor Sony cameras. We took to the high seas (okay, we rode a public ferry) to test it out on the mainland and beyond.
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It’s been a long time since Sony released new lenses for its APS-C bodies, and the new 16-55 F2.8 G is a pleasant surprise. The lens’ zoom range is equivalent to 24-82mm on a full-frame body and fills in a gap in Sony’s lineup which, up until now, has been mostly comprised of slow kit zooms. The one exception is the Sony/Zeiss 16-70mm F4, which has a more versatile range, but is a stop slower than the new 16-55.
Given its spec, it shouldn’t come as a huge surprise that the 16-55mm F2.8 is on the pricey side, with an MSRP of $ 1399 US. The lenses most similar to this one are the Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 ($ 829 US, but not as wide) and Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 ($ 1199 US).
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The 16-55mm F2.8 G has a total of 17 elements, including two aspherical, two advanced aspherical and three ED (extra-low dispersion) lenses. It has 9 rounded aperture blades, which Sony (naturally) says produces beautiful bokeh. Sony uses a Nano AR coating to reduce ghosting and flare, and the front element has a fluorine coating to repel oil and water. Speaking of water, the 16-55 F2.8 is dust and moisture resistant.
Sony uses an ‘XD’ linear motor to drive the focusing group, which is the same type of motor found its more expensive G Master lenses. The lens can focus down to 0.33m (1.1ft), with a maximum magnification of 0.66x. The manual focus ring has a linear response, which videographers will appreciate.
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As you can see from the above photo, the 16-55mm is remarkably compact for a fast zoom, even one for crop-sensor cameras. At wide-angle, the lens is 10cm (3.9″) long and it does’t extend that much farther at full telephoto (Sony does not publish the actual length). It weighs in at 494g (1.1lbs), which is more than 100 grams lighter than the Canon EF-S 17-55mm F2.8.
Just under the ‘G’ is the focus hold button – its function can be customized on the camera. Over to the right is the AF/MF switch.
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Sony also announced a lens for the wildlife photographers out there, in the form of the 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS. The lens has an equivalent focal length of 105-525mm when mounted on an APS-C body, which is an incredibly versatile range, though its slow maximum aperture range makes this lens best suited for shooting outdoors. For those wondering if they can stretch the focal length out even further using a teleconverter, the answer is ‘no’.
The 70-350 has a total of 19 elements, which include 1 aspherical and 3 ED lenses. As with the 16-55, the 70-350 uses an XD linear motor to quietly drive the focusing group. There are 7 circular aperture blades on the 70-350.
Image stabilization is a must on lenses like these, and the 70-350 has it, though Sony doesn’t publish any estimates on how many stops of shake reduction the lens offers.
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Despite its focal length, the 70-350 is remarkably compact. When collapsed it’s 142mm (5.6″) long, and is of reasonable length even at full telephoto. It weighs in at just 625g (1.4lbs). The lens is resistant to dust and moisture.
As with the 16-55, the 70-350 has a customizable focus hold button and an AF/MF switch. There’s also a switch for turning OSS (Sony-speak for image stabilization) on and off, and a zoom lock switch that’s not visible in this photo.
The 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS will set you back $ 1000, which isn’t a bad deal considering that the FE 70-300 F4.5-5.6 G OSS lens sells for just under $ 1200.
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After a long drought, it’s nice to see Sony releasing APS-C lenses again, especially given the rate at which they still release a6000-series bodies. While everyone likes a relatively compact superzoom lens, it’s great that Sony finally released a fast lens that can serve as a nice replacement to the slow, plasticky kit lenses that often come bundled.
You can view photos from both of these lenses in our a6100 and a6600 galleries (filter by lens to find them on the desktop version of our site). We’ll have dedicated lens galleries when the 16-55 and 70-350 are in our hands in the not-too-distant future.
In the meantime, feel free to share your thoughts about these new lenses in the comments below.
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Sony has unveiled two new APS-C lenses at an event in New York today: the E 16-55mm F2.8 G and E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS. Both lenses offer dust and weather sealing, and use XD linear motors – a first for Sony’s APS-C lens lineup.
The 16-55mm offers a 24-82.5mm equiv. range, with an overall compact design – it weighs 17.5oz / 494g and measures 100mm in length. It provides a minimum focus distance of 0.33m / 1ft, and will go on sale in October for $ 1400.
The E 70-350mm provides a 105-525mm equiv. view, with stabilization built in. It’s also relatively compact for a lens of its telezoom class – it measures 142mm and weighs 22oz/625g. It will ship in November for $ 1000.
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| Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G | Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS | |
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| Principal specifications | ||
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | APS-C / DX | |
| Focal length | 16–55 mm | 70–350 mm |
| Image stabilization | No | Yes (OSS (Optical SteadyShot)) |
| Lens mount | Sony E | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 | F4.5–6.3 |
| Minimum aperture | F22 | F22–32 |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | 7 |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 17 | 19 |
| Groups | 12 | 13 |
| Special elements / coatings | Two AA (advanced aspherical) elements, two aspherical elements, three ED (extra-low dipsersion) elements. Fluorine coated front element. | One aspherical and three ED (extra low dispersion) elements. |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.33 m (12.99″) | 1.10 m (43.31″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.2× | 0.23× |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Linear Motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Extending front | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 494 g (1.09 lb) | 625 g (1.38 lb) |
| Diameter | 73 mm (2.87″) | 77 mm (3.03″) |
| Length | 100 mm (3.94″) | 142 mm (5.59″) |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | No | Yes |
| Filter thread | 67 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Hood product code | ALC-SH161 | ALC-SH160 |
| Tripod collar | No | |
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Sigma has issued a lens product advisory for its 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM and 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM lenses.
According to the advisory, posted below in its entirety, Sigma has ‘found a phenomenon whereby when pressing the shutter button on the camera body, it may occasionally stop operating and not respond to the reoperation.’
Due to this ‘phenomenon’ (someone’s been looking at Canon’s product advisories), Sigma says it will offer free lens firmware updates free of charge to customers with affected products within the following serial number ranges:
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports for Sigma, Canon EF and Nikon F Mount
Serial No.53824160 or earlier
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports for Sigma, Canon EF and Nikon F Mount
Serial No.53846990 or earlier
Sigma notes its USB Dock can’t be used for this firmware update ‘as it requires an adjustment to optimize each lens individually.’ So, if you’re noticing your lens having this issue and it falls within the serial numbers, Sigma requests you contact an authorized Sigma subsidiary/distributor who will then direct you to take the proper steps to get the issue fixed. You can find a full list on Sigma’s World Network webpage.
We spoke with a technician at Sigma America who said lenses that aren’t experiencing the issue don’t need to be sent in at the time and in the event a lens still under warranty does have the issue occur down the road, Sigma will still provide the firmware update free of charge.
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Sigma has also noted that some products within the serial number ranges provided have already had their firmware updated. As shown in the above graphic, units with a black dot sticker above the barcode of the box have already been updated.
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The Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 Sport is quite the beast, and will likely appeal to those looking to photograph wildlife, airshows and all manner of distant subjects. We’ve discovered that it’s actually quite a handy lens for casual, everyday shooting – if you’d like your photographic pursuit to double as an upper body workout. Take a look at how we’ve been getting along with it.
See our Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 Sport
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Sigma has announced four lenses for Canon EF, Nikon F and Sigma SA mounts. The 28mm F1.4 DG and 40mm F1.4 DG are both part of the company’s premium ‘Art’ range that prioritize image quality over price and weight. These two lenses will also be available for the Sony E mount. The new lenses help round-out the series, which now includes a range of prime lenses extending from the 14mm F1.8 DG HSM up to the 135mm F1.8 DG.
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| The 28mm F1.4 DG adds a semi-wide option to Sigma’s impressive range of ‘Art’ prime lenses. |
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| The 28mm F1.4 DG | Art has a 77mm filter thread, matching that of the 24mm F1.4. |
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| The 40mm F1.4 DG | Art is a near perfect ‘normal’ lens: a close match for the diagonal length of a full frame sensor. It’s been a historically popular focal length, so we’re pleased to see its return. |
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| The Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG | Art has an 82mm filter thread. |
In addition, Sigma has introduced a redesigned, stabilized 70-200mm F2.8. The 70-200mm F2.8 DG OIS is, as you’d expect, part of the company’s Sport range of optics and is likely to offer a less-expensive alternative to OEM 70-200s. We will, of course, be testing its performance as soon as one becomes available.
Finally, Sigma has announced the 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OIS, a monster telephoto lens, also part of its Sport range. Despite the sport designation, we suspect the lens will be used more for birding and airshow shooting.
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| The Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG | Sport is a substantial beast, even at its 60mm setting. |
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| But that’s nothing compared to seeing it at full stretch. It certainly lives up to the ‘Bigma’ nickname of its predecessor. |
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As you’d expect, it features a focus limiter, OIS control switch. In addition, there’s a ‘Custom mode switch’ that can be used in conjunction with the Sigma USB Dock to access customized adjustments of the lens’s focus and stabilizer behavior. |
Sigma’s 28mm F1.4 DG HSM Art, 40mm F1.4 DG HSM Art, 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary, 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports, and 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports will make their public debut at Photokina 2018
Cologne, Germany – September 25, 2018 – Sigma today announced five new Sigma Global Vision lenses shown for the first time at the 2018 Photokina expo in Cologne, Germany from September 26th-29th in Hall 4.2 on Stands B020, B028I and C029. From wide-angle to hyper-telephoto, the new Sigma Global Vision introductions arrive as some of the most anticipated lenses in the industry, further facilitating artistic expression for photographers.
Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
The new Sigma wide-angle model stands out with its thoroughly corrected magnification chromatic aberration and sagittal coma flare, as well as completely minimized distortion thanks to its optical design. It features water- and oil-repellent coating on the front lens element and its overall dust- and splash-proof structure ensures excellent performance even in the most challenging shooting conditions. The high-speed AF, thanks to the HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) with an updated algorithm, captures the perfect moment instantly. Available in Sigma, Nikon, Canon and Sony E camera mounts, this lens is a great contender for street photography, as well as shooting landscapes and night skies.
Full technical specifications are available here: https://bit.ly/2DdAiVE. Pricing and availability will be announced later.
Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM Art
The 40mm F1.4 DG HSM Art is Sigma’s first lens developed originally to live up to the sought-after angle of view and performance standard for a benchmark cine lens. This lens effectively arranges three FLD (“F” Low Dispersion) glass elements and three SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements to correct axial chromatic aberration and magnification chromatic aberration. Designed for exceptional sharpness at maximum aperture, this lens excels at available light photography. With less than 1% distortion and near non-existent sagittal coma flare, this lens demonstrates consistent optical results featuring both 8K-compatible resolution and a beautiful bokeh. It is available for Sigma, Nikon, Canon and Sony E mount camera systems.
Full technical specifications are available here: https://bit.ly/2QHliC5. Pricing and availability will be announced later.
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary
This lens completes the Sigma large aperture series of portable wide-angle, standard, and telephoto prime lenses in Micro Four Thirds and Sony E mounts. Featuring compact design, light weight and outstanding image quality offered in Sigma’s Contemporary line, this lens stuns with a beautiful bokeh effect and the amount of brightness expected from F1.4 lenses even in the mid-telephoto range for cropped sensor cameras. In addition, this lens is characterized by smooth and quiet autofocus ideal for video shooting. Compatible with the Sony E mount Fast Hybrid AF, it also achieves precise AF tracking. By using the face recognition or eye AF functions of the camera, focus will continuously be on the face or the eye even if the subject moves during the shoot.
Full technical specifications are available here: https://bit.ly/2PLuSTh. Pricing and availability will be announced later.
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports
One of the most anticipated lenses from the Sigma Global Vision line, the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports is the new flagship large-aperture telephoto zoom lens that meets the most stringent needs of professional photographers. Robust yet lightweight, the lens’ magnesium body ensures high mobility and its dust- and splash-proof structure together with the water- and oil-repellent coating on the front element ensure safe use even in the most challenging shooting conditions. It also incorporates Intelligent OS with an acceleration sensor and the latest algorithm capable of panning in all directions. The lens’ optical design, incorporating 10 exclusive low-dispersion glass elements, allows for extremely high resolution, from the center to the corners. By optimizing spherical aberration, a smooth and natural bokeh effect is achieved when using the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports for portrait photography. The versatility of this lens is demonstrated in various customization options via an AF Function button either through the camera body or Sigma USB Dock. The newest F2.8 large-aperture zoom lens from Sigma comes in Sigma, Canon and Nikon mounts.
Full technical specifications are available here: https://bit.ly/2DlyWbE. Pricing and availability will be announced later.
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports
The Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports is the world’s 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. This lens’ intelligent OS featuring the latest algorithm delivers an image stabilization effect of 4 stops. Its optical design ensures maximum correction of magnification chromatic aberration encountered in hyper-telephoto shooting. This offers both high resolution and consistent edge-to-edge performance throughout the entire zoom range. In addition, when shooting at the focal length of 200mm, the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sports can also be used for telephoto macro photography, with a maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.3, thanks to its high rendering performance. Its multi-material build, which incorporates magnesium among other components, ensures durability and enhances portability, allowing for comfortable handling of the 10x zoom lens. The zooming mechanism has been engineered to make both smooth rotation and straight zoom possible. Versatile and robust, the new Sigma hyper-telephoto zoom lens is available in Sigma, Canon and Nikon mounts starting in late October 2018 for $ 1999 USD.
Full technical specifications are available here: https://bit.ly/2xmASv1.
| Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM | A | Sigma 40mm F1.4 DG HSM | A | |
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| Principal specifications | ||
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 28 mm | 40 mm |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F (FX), Sigma SA Bayonet, Sony FE | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F1.4 | |
| Minimum aperture | F16 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 17 | 16 |
| Groups | 12 | |
| Special elements / coatings | Three SLD + two FLD elements | 3 FLD + 3 SLD elements |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.28 m (11.02″) | 0.40 m (15.75″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.19× | 0.15× |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Ring-type ultrasonic | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | Yes | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1200 g (2.65 lb) | |
| Diameter | 83 mm (3.27″) | 88 mm (3.46″) |
| Length | 108 mm (4.25″) | 131 mm (5.16″) |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Filter thread | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | No | |
| Other | ||
| Notes | Weight and dimensions for Sigma mount | |
| Sigma 70-200 F2.8 DG OS HSM | S | Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | S | |
|---|---|---|
| Principal specifications | ||
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 70–200 mm | 60–600 mm |
| Image stabilization | Yes | |
| CIPA Image stabilization rating | 4 stop(s) | |
| Lens mount | Canon EF, Nikon F (FX), Sigma SA Bayonet | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 | F4.5–6.3 |
| Minimum aperture | F22 | F22–32 |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 11 | 9 |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 24 | 25 |
| Groups | 22 | 19 |
| Special elements / coatings | one SLD + nine FLD elements | 1 SLD + 3 FLD elements |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 1.20 m (47.24″) | 0.60 m (23.62″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.21× | 0.3× |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Ring-type ultrasonic | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | Yes | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Focus distance limiter | Yes | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1805 g (3.98 lb) | 2700 g (5.95 lb) |
| Diameter | 94 mm (3.7″) | 120 mm (4.72″) |
| Length | 203 mm (7.99″) | 269 mm (10.59″) |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (internal) | Rotary (extending) |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | Yes | |
| Filter thread | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | Yes | |
| Other | ||
| Notes | Weight and dimensions for Sigma mount | |
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