SPORTS500mm F5.6 DG DN OS
- High optical performance and compact lens construction
- Excellent backlight resistance
- OS2 algorithm for up to 5 stops of stabilization
- High-precision TSC & magnesium parts
- Dust and splash resistant structure
- Cover-type lens hood included
- Equipped with manual aperture ring
- Detachable tripod socket
- AFL buttons, focus limiter, focus mode switch, OS mode switch
- L-Mount version compatible with USB Dock & Teleconverters
AWARDS
- TIPA World Award - Best Super Telephoto Prime Lens 2024
- Hot Ones 2024
Sony E-mount: 107.6 x 236.6mm / 4.2 x 9.3 in.
Sony E-mount: 1,365g / 48.1 oz.
LENS CONSTRUCTION
- FLD Glass
- SLD Glass
MTF CHART
The MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) is one of the measurements for evaluating a lens' performance, and it shows how faithfully the contrast of the subject can be reproduced on the image plane. The horizontal axis shows the image height (distance from the center of the image in mm) and the vertical axis shows the contrast value (maximum value is 1).
The closer the 10 line pairs/mm curve is to 1, the higher the contrast and clarity of the lens is, and similarly, the closer the 30 line pairs/mm curve is to 1, the better the resolution and sharpness of the lens is.
*The MTF chart depicts the result at the wide-open aperture.
*For mirrorless lenses that support distortion correction, the horizontal axis shows the image height equivalent to when an L-Mount lens is attached to a Sigma L-Mount camera with distortion correction applied. (The effect of distortion correction may differ depending on the mount and camera used.)
*The spatial frequency indicates the variation on the image plane before distortion correction is performed.
Spatial Frequency
S: Sagittal Line
M: Meridional Line
10lp/mm
30lp/mm
DIFFRACTION MTF
GEOMETRICAL MTF
DIFFRACTION MTF (with 1.4x TELECONVERTER)
GEOMETRICALMTF(with 1.4x TELECONVERTER)
DIFFRACTIONMTF(with 2x TELECONVERTER)
GEOMETRICALMTF(with 2x TELECONVERTER)
OS (Optical Stabilizer) function
Sigma's OS (Optical Stabilizer) function uses sensors inside the lens to detect any motion, then moves specific lens elements in order to effectively minimize blur caused by such movement.
OS2
OS2 is the newly developed optical stabilizer algorithm. Compared to the previous algorithm used by Sigma lenses, OS2 improves the effect of optical stabilization significantly.
Inner focus system
To increase stability, this lens configuration uses movable internal lens elements that adjust focus without changing the length of the lens barrel.
Compatible with Lens Aberration Correction
Matching the optical characteristics of the lens, this function performs in-camera corrections of peripheral illumination, chromatic aberrations, distortion, and more, to further enhance image quality.
*Function available on supported cameras only. Available corrections or auto correction functionality may vary depending on the camera model.
*On cameras where lens aberration correction is controlled with 'ON' or 'OFF' in the camera menu, please set all aberration correction functions to 'ON' (AUTO).
HLA (High-response Linear Actuator)
HLA is Sigma's proprietary linear motor. It drives the focus lens directly without going through gears or other mechanical parts, resulting in quiet, high-precision autofocusing.
Super Multi-Layer Coating
Sigma's own Super Multi-Layer Coating suppresses flare and ghosting by preventing reflections with in the lens. All lenses in the current Sigma range feature this original technology. In digital cameras, flare and ghosting may also be caused by reflections between the image sensor and lens surfaces. Here too, Sigma's Super Multi-Layer Coating is highly effective, assuring images of outstanding contrast.
Water and oil repellent coating
Incorporates a water and oil-repellent coating that allows water to be wiped away easily and prevents oil and fat from sticking to the surface, even in challenging shooting conditions. At the same time, the maintenance of the lens surface becomes easier.
Aperture ring
Aperture ring, designed to help users work intuitively.
Aperture ring click switch
Offers a de-click function for removing clicks by the aperture ring click switch, enabling seamless operations that are especially useful such as during video shooting.
Aperture ring lock switch
A ring lock system to prevent from unintended movement of the aperture ring during shooting.
AFL button
The AFL button can be assigned with various functions widens the range of operations available on the lens.
Focus Mode Switch
Using this switch, it is possible to switch the focus mode between AF and MF.
Linear focus / Non-linear focus (for L-Mount only)
A focus movement method of interchangeable lenses for mirrorless cameras in relation to the rotational angle of the focus ring during manual focusing. With "non-linear focus" the amount of focal point movement varies depending on the focus ring rotational speed. With linear focus, if the focus ring rotational angle is the same, the amount of focal point movement remains the same regardless of the focus ring rotational speed.
Dust and Splash Resistant Structure
This lens features a highly effective dust and splash resistant structure with special sealing at the mount connection, manual focus ring, zoom ring, and cover connection.
*Although this construction allows the lens to be used in light rain, it is not the same as being waterproof, so please prevent large amounts of water from splashing on the lens. It is often impractical to repair the internal mechanism, lens elements and electric components if they are damaged by water.
Others
- Custom Mode switch
- Rounded diaphragm
- Compatible with high-speed autofocus
- Compatible with AF Assist (Sony E-mount only)
- Compatible with SigmaTELECONVERTER TC-1411, TC-2011 (L-Mount only)
- Compatible with SigmaUSB DOCK UD-11 (sold separately / L-Mount only)
- High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount
- Support DMF and AF+MF
- Designed to minimize flare and ghosting
- Every single lens undergoes Sigma's proprietary MTF measuring system
- Mount Conversion Service available
- "Made in Aizu, Japan" craftsmanship
