One bonus note for the Sony 200-600mm, the zoom is all internal. While that's less good for compactness, it's better for durability and weather sealing. It is almost a pound heavier, though. It also has two more (rounded) aperture blades and an even shorter minimum focusing distance. I'd been planning to get the Sony lens, but this Sigma is making it a rather difficult decision.
Good points! But from my research the Sigma 150-600 had a short MFD than the Sony 200-600. Anyway, I'm very happy with my New Sigma for Sony A7RIV. Great purchase worth every dime!
Thanks for this review. I bought the Sigma 100-400 for my Leica cameras based on your recommendation and it is good to know that should I need it, a longer option is available. For what it is worth, I like the breaking up of the video into chapters. It makes searching for a topic easier. Good work as always.
Hi Chris, a crisp and useful review as usual. One thing you forgot to mention about the Sony 200-600: the zoom and focusing are completely internal in this lens. That is really huge, especially if you travel to dusty environments like Tanzania or Kenya. That, and the superior optics, autofocus acquisition and focus tracking, justify the extra cost for the Sony for people to whom these issues are important.
Don't hold your breath. I want to see the RF version of this lens too since I already have the EF version. But, if it took them this long to come out with an E mount lens, I wouldn't expect to see the Z or RF mount versions for at least another couple of years especially considering the current supply chain issues and global chip shortage. I have decided, I am going to trade in my R5 and migrate over to Sony to grab the A1 and FE 200-600mm.
Canon and Nikon are going after Samyang for making glass for Z and RF. At this point it seems unlikely that those systems are going to get third party lens support. Good reason to buy into Sony.
Thanks for another great review. A ton of information and informed opinion with no waffle. I just bought this , my first real long Tele and so far I love it.😊
Video idea: When I was growing up as a photographer it was conventional wisdom that lens hoods were required. And truth be told, lens flare is still a major issue on a lot of older glass. But with modern lens coatings it seems that the average photographer has to work fairly hard to get lens flair anymore. Could be a great video to test out if we're all wasting place and grams in our kits
I really wish, that this lens gets a RF and Z mount version at some point. I am still using the old EF Sport version, which is really big and heavy with only mediocre image quality on the long end.
I have the old Sports version, and it is very sharp on my D750. However, it doesn't work correctly with the FTZ in AF-C mode, you'll get lots of pulsing in bright daylight and stationary subjects. I felt sorry for my investment.
Maybe i'm used to old stuff but those beeping focus speeds sounded were pretty fast to me, and the sharpness is a razor. At this point i feel the big selling points are the build quality and this one has pretty cool features in it. Shame it's $1399 above my budget.
I'm a huge fan of cat's eye bokeh, it does a nice job of framing the central subject and holding the eye inside the frame. I find the bokeh in this lens very busy and distracting looking.
I've got the Sony 200-600 on loan and testing on my a7RIV and RIII to see if I want to buy it, and so far I've been meh about it and thinking I won't end up buying it. It just hasn't blown me away like the 100-400 GM did out of the box. This lens for $500-ish cheaper, however, may be more compelling option for me.
That push-pull zoom option is actually pretty good for wildlife shooters, IMO. How is the IS for video? The Tamron 150-600 for DSLRs has too jerky IS for video from my experience, and their 150-500 for Sony is just as bad from Jan Wegener's review.
Hi Chris .. superb & indepth review..i loved your honest opinion..I have been hearing some users facing some focusing issues with Sigma...since I am planning to buy one of these Zoom lens for mainly Landscape photography with some Bird & Wildlife photography which would be your final recommendation...currently there is a discount scheme on Sigma 150-600 so its infact slightly cheaper than Tamron 150-500 but that doesn't matter since i consider lens as long-term investment. I use a Sony A7RIII currently with Sony 24-105 G & Sigma14-24mm... looking at the build quality & performance of Sigma 14-24mm i was actually tilting towards Sigma but I am little confused now frankly between Sigma 150-600 DG DN OS SPORT & Tamron 150-500 Di III VXD...Thanks in advance!!
Too bad you didn't also review the e-mount version because I'm quite certain (newer) Sony bodies autofocus faster than the Lumix (aren't Lumix still using Contrast Detection Autofocus?) And unless I missed it if you mentioned, but it should be noted that you'll most likely won't get 20fps/30fps on the α9/α9II/α1 bodies with this lens
I have the canon version of the sigma 150-600 C and sigma 18-300 C. Both lenses tend to "pulse" when in servo AF, so I tend to shoot in one shot AF for semi-stationary subjects.
While hunting for big zoom lens. At least up to 600 mm. I found at B&H Photo the Sigma 150-600 mm for my Nikon Z7 Works fine with the FTZ adapter. I bought the Sigma contemporary 150-600 mm lens. It is so sharp . And one of the best things is the price. $899.00
@@_mgs2328 tried to google 'Noct' - it shows only Nikkor lens. But it's lighter than both of these. So still confused if it's a weight unit or something else.
My first camera was an Olympus OM-1, a stills camera. Not long after, I got into filmmaking and eventually ended up in the mirrorless camera world. But, for the life of me, I don't get this obsession with "corner sharpness". I'm 61 and I've looked at 10's of 1,000's of photographs, in books, showings, museums, etc. Mostly in person. Not once did I look or care about how sharp the photo was in the corners. Rarely if ever was the subject matter that far from the center. Nor did I ever walk up to a picture and look in the corners to see how "sharp" it was. Why? I'm an artist. I understand visuals. But, corner sharpness? It seems insanely bizarre to focus on such a feature. It literally has nothing to do with the subject matter you're shooting. So, can someone tell my WHY corner sharpness is so important? I'm honestly curious.
This is another reason why relying exclusively on DFD sucks. It's not great with Panasonic's own lenses, but when you put third-party glass on there, it can really struggle with C-AF + tracking, right? I bet this thing is killer on E mount.
Hello, what are the best solutions for sports photos at night with correct lighting - Sony a) A7 III + Sony 200-600 lens b) Sony A7 III with Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN or c) panasonic S1R with Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN L-mount Thank you
9:56 Don't forget that both Panasonic Leica-collab 70-200s work with the TCs to reach 400mm, and the smaller non-collab is 70-300mm. This one probably beats them at long range without TCs, but they are L-mount options (and there are reports that the S Pro lenses work with the Sigma TCs as well - without EXIF.) Plus the MC-21 options for Sigma and Canon EF.
I can't decide between this and the Tammy 150-500. My concern with Sigma is that the direction of the zoomring is opposite the ones from sony and tammy. any experience??
If you wish to speed up focus of this lens you need to get the Sigma Dock. I have 2 Sigma lenses and the default AF speed is Standard AF. I think most of us that shoot wildlife change this with the dock to Fast AF which prioritizes autofocus speed to reach the focus point as quickly as possible. You can also adjust the things like Focus Limiter and Optical Stabilization settings.
@@1Grateful2balive Same here pretty annoyed why no E mount dock when it has the switch on the lens. My last Sigma 150-600C was useless at AF until I changed settings with the dock, this lens the E mount has useless AF!
Did they stop making the 50-500mm? I have that lens for my A99ii, incredibly versatile going all the way to 50mm just not that fast or sharp. I normally choose to use my RX10iv as it's faster, sharper and massively lighter.
Interesting that the sharpness in the corners at 600mm is so low at your copy. I watched a few other reviews and they showed a really good sharpness at 600mm in the corners.
I would call most of the reviews an advertisement. Imaging-resources was also disappointed with the sharpness at 600mm(center and corners) On f11 the picture was really sharp. Huge difference between f6.3-f8 and f11, like day and night. Nobody will tell you that they got paid for the reviews, but that's the reality.
@@kamilrakowski23 But Dustin Abbott for example showed test shots in his video and they were very sharp in the corners at 600mm. I don't think he would fake those shots.
Which is better sony a6100 or canon m50 mark ii? I am looking for portrait photography along with occasional landscape while travelling. Following are my concerns. Sigma 16mm or 30mm 1.4 on a6100 or m50 mark ii is better? 1) Is m50 mk2 's dynamic range too bad for landscape. How much it differs from a6100. 2) How much is m50 mk2's images less sharper than a6100? 3) A6100 has how resolution viewfinder compared to m50 mk2. How much is that in real time use from a beginner's pov.
Sure, all lenses are good for shooting mountain ranges. it'll just suck having to carry that and a good tripod capable of carrying that load up the walking trails.
@@jeffrydemeyer5433 The only problem I have at the mountain is most of the mountains in my area don't have trails and are in the distance so I would be shooting from ground level.
This lens is certainly cheaper than what I thought it would be! It will be a couple of months before I have the money but certainly will be considering this lens as my super telephoto option. This Sigma is actually cheaper in the UK than the Tamron 150-500mm being priced at £1,199 compared to £1,379 so I may go for this in and see how I fare.
Testing the focusing capabilities of a lens while it's put on a Panasonic camera is like testing the sprinting capabilities of a human while he's wearing gum boots...
Great review, but as Nikon user, this lens doesn't work for me. Nikon needs to share it's z mount specification with Sigma and Tamron, so us Nikon user can have more lens options.
6:53 Cat's eye bokeh balls is a NON-issue. I mean, how many photos will you be taking at 600mm with decorative lights in the background and reaching into the corners? Lens reviews should emphasize the most common use cases and not pander to armchair non-tographers.
I'm not currently I'm the market for new camera gear yet I watch every episode from you guys! You sure know how to make videos 😁
One bonus note for the Sony 200-600mm, the zoom is all internal. While that's less good for compactness, it's better for durability and weather sealing. It is almost a pound heavier, though. It also has two more (rounded) aperture blades and an even shorter minimum focusing distance. I'd been planning to get the Sony lens, but this Sigma is making it a rather difficult decision.
Good points! But from my research the Sigma 150-600 had a short MFD than the Sony 200-600. Anyway, I'm very happy with my New Sigma for Sony A7RIV. Great purchase worth every dime!
Thanks for this review. I bought the Sigma 100-400 for my Leica cameras based on your recommendation and it is good to know that should I need it, a longer option is available. For what it is worth, I like the breaking up of the video into chapters. It makes searching for a topic easier. Good work as always.
Hi Chris, a crisp and useful review as usual. One thing you forgot to mention about the Sony 200-600: the zoom and focusing are completely internal in this lens. That is really huge, especially if you travel to dusty environments like Tanzania or Kenya. That, and the superior optics, autofocus acquisition and focus tracking, justify the extra cost for the Sony for people to whom these issues are important.
Thank you. Came here to mention the same thing. Fully internal construction is a major advantage for the inclement environment I live and work in.
Optics are not superior though? Look at the charts, sigma is consistently cleaner.
@@nothingtoseeheremovealong... Yes I saw that too. Autofocus yes, image quality no.
Would've liked to see the AF head to head on a Sony to compare with the Tamron. As that is the deciding factor for most.
I agree, also please throw in the Sony 200 - 600 mm in that comparison!
Watch the Dustin abbott review of the lens. He uses it on an A1 and A9 and the autofocus is very quick on e mount
Thank you so much for always briefly touching on the Focus Breathing of lenses you review. So few channels do this! :D
A very thorough review. Besides the humor sometimes found in DP’s vids, it is why I watch this channel.
I see Chris likes to live dangerously by wearing sandals! haha
It's what's keeping me feeling young these days. Living in the danger zone!
@@niccollsvideo I'm imagining you now looking like Austin Powers saying all of this. YEAH BABY!
@@niccollsvideo why don't you guys ever comment from the DPReview channel?
Great video guys. Audio is sounding extra crispy (in a good way) in this one!
Another very informative yet very easily digestable review. Thanks!
Thank you Chris and crews for doing this review, it is a bless if get some shots head to head with Sony 200-600mm. 🙏
Simple. I want the Z mount version of this lens. Plus I want to see the Nikon offerings for this focal length. Come on Nikon!
Don't hold your breath. I want to see the RF version of this lens too since I already have the EF version. But, if it took them this long to come out with an E mount lens, I wouldn't expect to see the Z or RF mount versions for at least another couple of years especially considering the current supply chain issues and global chip shortage. I have decided, I am going to trade in my R5 and migrate over to Sony to grab the A1 and FE 200-600mm.
Canon and Nikon are going after Samyang for making glass for Z and RF. At this point it seems unlikely that those systems are going to get third party lens support. Good reason to buy into Sony.
I’m looking forward to when Nikon announce the development of the 200-600mm lens on the roadmap.
Thanks for another great review. A ton of information and informed opinion with no waffle. I just bought this , my first real long Tele and so far I love it.😊
Thanks for the review and the comparison. I have my money ready for when it becomes available in the UK. I’ll be using it on my a7r3.
Video idea:
When I was growing up as a photographer it was conventional wisdom that lens hoods were required. And truth be told, lens flare is still a major issue on a lot of older glass.
But with modern lens coatings it seems that the average photographer has to work fairly hard to get lens flair anymore.
Could be a great video to test out if we're all wasting place and grams in our kits
I really wish, that this lens gets a RF and Z mount version at some point. I am still using the old EF Sport version, which is really big and heavy with only mediocre image quality on the long end.
I have the old Sports version, and it is very sharp on my D750. However, it doesn't work correctly with the FTZ in AF-C mode, you'll get lots of pulsing in bright daylight and stationary subjects. I felt sorry for my investment.
@@richrollin4867 That's sadly one of the possible reasons and I hope it's not true, because I have now bought into the RF system.
@@richrollin4867 I think that's more of a production capacity issue and not a legal issue.
There are a boat load of (x) to RF mount adapters
@@jeffrydemeyer5433 It is a legal issue.
You tested the l-mount version: is dual-is working on Lumix bodies with this lens?
I just bought it today on Amazon. I can't wait to get it in a few days!
Good review, very helpful and informative
, many thanks for sharing.
Maybe i'm used to old stuff but those beeping focus speeds sounded were pretty fast to me, and the sharpness is a razor.
At this point i feel the big selling points are the build quality and this one has pretty cool features in it. Shame it's $1399 above my budget.
I'm a huge fan of cat's eye bokeh, it does a nice job of framing the central subject and holding the eye inside the frame.
I find the bokeh in this lens very busy and distracting looking.
You can find Chris also on the Teva channel, doing a sandal review
The reviews of the e mount version babe all commented on the blindingly fast auto focus
Will this lense eventually be offered in the Canon and Nikon mounts to replace the HSM version?
I've got the Sony 200-600 on loan and testing on my a7RIV and RIII to see if I want to buy it, and so far I've been meh about it and thinking I won't end up buying it. It just hasn't blown me away like the 100-400 GM did out of the box. This lens for $500-ish cheaper, however, may be more compelling option for me.
That push-pull zoom option is actually pretty good for wildlife shooters, IMO. How is the IS for video? The Tamron 150-600 for DSLRs has too jerky IS for video from my experience, and their 150-500 for Sony is just as bad from Jan Wegener's review.
beautiful lens, once the R and Z mount is out, i will for sure get one.
I have a Canon T7 this lens is it compatible?
Hi Chris .. superb & indepth review..i loved your honest opinion..I have been hearing some users facing some focusing issues with Sigma...since I am planning to buy one of these Zoom lens for mainly Landscape photography with some Bird & Wildlife photography which would be your final recommendation...currently there is a discount scheme on Sigma 150-600 so its infact slightly cheaper than Tamron 150-500 but that doesn't matter since i consider lens as long-term investment. I use a Sony A7RIII currently with Sony 24-105 G & Sigma14-24mm... looking at the build quality & performance of Sigma 14-24mm i was actually tilting towards Sigma but I am little confused now frankly between Sigma 150-600 DG DN OS SPORT & Tamron 150-500 Di III VXD...Thanks in advance!!
What does 'noct' mean in this sense?
I believe it is the Nikon Z sub-f/1 "Noct" lens, (in)famous for being stonkingly heavy.
Too bad you didn't also review the e-mount version because I'm quite certain (newer) Sony bodies autofocus faster than the Lumix (aren't Lumix still using Contrast Detection Autofocus?)
And unless I missed it if you mentioned, but it should be noted that you'll most likely won't get 20fps/30fps on the α9/α9II/α1 bodies with this lens
Would be nice if they made one for Fuji X mount
Can it only go on a Canon camera? I have a Nikon
really want to see a head-to-head with the Sony 200-600 and Tamron 150-500mm on Sony!
Christopher Frost says he's going to make a comparison video
Fantastic review!
1:24 beautiful home! Who's is it?
Can you please review the Sigma 100-400mm for e mount?
Thanks for this review, very helpful.
I have the canon version of the sigma 150-600 C and sigma 18-300 C. Both lenses tend to "pulse" when in servo AF, so I tend to shoot in one shot AF for semi-stationary subjects.
Thanks for making this video using the L mount cameras that system needs more recognition
I couldn't see anything other than the dust on the lens/sensor. Noticed it during the breathing demo starting around 5:45 ;-)
That's Sony for you. Bane of my life!!!!
Is this lens suitable for photographing sports competitions inside sports halls? Sports like basketball, weightlifting, etc.
Can i use this Sigma 150-600mm with fujifilm xt5?
Is 'Noct' a real unit for measuring weight? Is it related to that Nikon lens?
It absolutely is!
1 Noct ~ 2000g ~ 2kg ~ 4.41 pounds
Which by coincidence is the weight of one "NIKKOR Z 58 mm 1:0,95 S Noct"
While hunting for big zoom lens. At least up to 600 mm. I found at B&H Photo the Sigma 150-600 mm for my Nikon Z7 Works fine with the FTZ adapter. I bought the Sigma contemporary 150-600 mm lens. It is so sharp . And one of the best things is the price. $899.00
Do you always need to use the lens hood?
Even with cloudy days and the sun in your back?
What happens when you step on an iron spike with your sandals, since last time it took a boot to kick on it .
Have y’all had the chance to test the contemporary 150-600 on one of the newer canon bodies?
SOMEBODY PLEASE HELP!!!
What is Noct? (1:08)
Weight
@@_mgs2328 tried to google 'Noct' - it shows only Nikkor lens. But it's lighter than both of these. So still confused if it's a weight unit or something else.
@@Artem-pe3sb It‘s a joke reference to the Nikon lens
My first camera was an Olympus OM-1, a stills camera. Not long after, I got into filmmaking and eventually ended up in the mirrorless camera world. But, for the life of me, I don't get this obsession with "corner sharpness". I'm 61 and I've looked at 10's of 1,000's of photographs, in books, showings, museums, etc. Mostly in person. Not once did I look or care about how sharp the photo was in the corners. Rarely if ever was the subject matter that far from the center. Nor did I ever walk up to a picture and look in the corners to see how "sharp" it was. Why? I'm an artist. I understand visuals. But, corner sharpness? It seems insanely bizarre to focus on such a feature. It literally has nothing to do with the subject matter you're shooting.
So, can someone tell my WHY corner sharpness is so important? I'm honestly curious.
What kind of camera body is that ?
Panasonic S5
@@zhiktang Thanks! They seem like incredible cameras. haven't tried them yet.
Did you by any chance gain any insight into how this lens performs on an FTZ adapter for a Z6ii? Know of any articles that reviewed this combo?
This is another reason why relying exclusively on DFD sucks. It's not great with Panasonic's own lenses, but when you put third-party glass on there, it can really struggle with C-AF + tracking, right? I bet this thing is killer on E mount.
I love that the 'Noct' is a unit of measurement now.
Wtf is a noct
3:30 ha ha, Chris has his tongue firmly in his cheek in this position! 😂
Hello, what are the best solutions for sports photos at night with correct lighting - Sony a) A7 III + Sony 200-600 lens b) Sony A7 III with Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN or c) panasonic S1R with Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN L-mount Thank you
9:56 Don't forget that both Panasonic Leica-collab 70-200s work with the TCs to reach 400mm, and the smaller non-collab is 70-300mm. This one probably beats them at long range without TCs, but they are L-mount options (and there are reports that the S Pro lenses work with the Sigma TCs as well - without EXIF.)
Plus the MC-21 options for Sigma and Canon EF.
Sigma lenses also work with the Panasonic TCs on L mount, also without EXIF. So works both ways.
@@janwedek Good to know, thanks
I can't decide between this and the Tammy 150-500. My concern with Sigma is that the direction of the zoomring is opposite the ones from sony and tammy. any experience??
If you wish to speed up focus of this lens you need to get the Sigma Dock. I have 2 Sigma lenses and the default AF speed is Standard AF. I think most of us that shoot wildlife change this with the dock to Fast AF which prioritizes autofocus speed to reach the focus point as quickly as possible. You can also adjust the things like Focus Limiter and Optical Stabilization settings.
@@1Grateful2balive Same here pretty annoyed why no E mount dock when it has the switch on the lens. My last Sigma 150-600C was useless at AF until I changed settings with the dock, this lens the E mount has useless AF!
Do you know if sigma makes a teleconverter for the Sony mount to pair with their sigma lens?
@1:50 mentions space for teleconverter, what teleconverter works with this on E Mount?
My guess is that that will only be for the L-mount, not to encourage the E-mount too much.
What water and no fishing Chris?
No video review?
Will Sigma be bringing this out in a Canon RF mount?
Hi can I use Sony Tele converter using this lens on my Sony A9?
I just wish Nikon would let 3rd party make lenses for the Z mount. This would be a nice choice lens here for wildlife
Did they stop making the 50-500mm? I have that lens for my A99ii, incredibly versatile going all the way to 50mm just not that fast or sharp. I normally choose to use my RX10iv as it's faster, sharper and massively lighter.
They stopped making it many years ago it’s replacement is the 60-600 sport
Does anyone know the minimum focusing distance at 600mm?
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this lens. Please can you report how the AF is with Panasonic S5 in real life, sports or birds etc?
Thanks
Interesting that the sharpness in the corners at 600mm is so low at your copy. I watched a few other reviews and they showed a really good sharpness at 600mm in the corners.
I would call most of the reviews an advertisement. Imaging-resources was also disappointed with the sharpness at 600mm(center and corners) On f11 the picture was really sharp. Huge difference between f6.3-f8 and f11, like day and night. Nobody will tell you that they got paid for the reviews, but that's the reality.
@@kamilrakowski23 Ever considered that not every copy is the same?
@@Molybdan42 It's possible, of course. Check out the review of Sony 14mm 1.8 on lenstip com. Same story.
@@kamilrakowski23 But Dustin Abbott for example showed test shots in his video and they were very sharp in the corners at 600mm. I don't think he would fake those shots.
Hello I have a canon eos 4000 D .
I want to buy sigma 150m-600mm lens .
What types of EF mount do I need to have the lens and camera to work
Thanks, great review.
I'm wondering if I should get this or upgrade from the S5 to something like the S1R instead of putting some hard cash down on this lens first :(
What size filter thread does this lens run? I’m seeing 105 and 95 on different sites
Thanks guys, do you think they will make an X mount version for my X-E3? 😂👍
Do you think this release will increase the second hand supply of the Sigma 100-400? It doesn't seem to show up very much.
New Intro. Pretty Cool.
Just trying to shave a few seconds off this overlong episode.
@@thatjordandrake Nah. Always the perfect length.
so I was wondering, is the Noct unit of weight just a running joke, or is that a real unit?
Which is better sony a6100 or canon m50 mark ii?
I am looking for portrait photography along with occasional landscape while travelling. Following are my concerns.
Sigma 16mm or 30mm 1.4 on a6100 or m50 mark ii is better?
1) Is m50 mk2 's dynamic range too bad for landscape. How much it differs from a6100.
2) How much is m50 mk2's images less sharper than a6100?
3) A6100 has how resolution viewfinder compared to m50 mk2. How much is that in real time use from a beginner's pov.
Would this be good for shooting mountain ranges?
Sure, all lenses are good for shooting mountain ranges.
it'll just suck having to carry that and a good tripod capable of carrying that load up the walking trails.
@@jeffrydemeyer5433 The only problem I have at the mountain is most of the mountains in my area don't have trails and are in the distance so I would be shooting from ground level.
What exactly I need to mount this sigma in a D850 body?.. Thanks
Does it have the same thread size and the Sony?
Yes, both are 95mm
@@UCreations Cheers
This lens is certainly cheaper than what I thought it would be! It will be a couple of months before I have the money but certainly will be considering this lens as my super telephoto option. This Sigma is actually cheaper in the UK than the Tamron 150-500mm being priced at £1,199 compared to £1,379 so I may go for this in and see how I fare.
when I now finally would get my sigma 70-200 f2.8 for e-mount I would be so happy.
What is a noct? :)
If you really wanted to test AF speed why didn’t you test it on a sports camera like the A9? Panasonics AF is way behind Sony.
I find autofocus performance tested with fast paced action more informative. Tree logs really isn't the subjects for these tests.
Very interesting lense. Would be great for planespotting! How´s the AF performing when tracking very fast moving aircraft?
Testing the focusing capabilities of a lens while it's put on a Panasonic camera is like testing the sprinting capabilities of a human while he's wearing gum boots...
I LOVE my contemporary version of this on my Canon.
Great review, but as Nikon user, this lens doesn't work for me. Nikon needs to share it's z mount specification with Sigma and Tamron, so us Nikon user can have more lens options.
Why test AF on L mount when you can record footage and be less body limited with E mount? Most of these lenses will be sold on E mount, anyways.
If sigma only provided L...
I note in these last few long lens reviews that you don't mention the Sony 100-400 GM - is that due to it's price?
Would you recommend this for the EOS R range of cameras with an EF/RF adapter over the RF 100-500 (which is over £1000 more expensive)…??
3 mins in and I already want it.
Does anyone know if this will allow for 30fps stills on the Sony A1?
No, 15 max
6:53 Cat's eye bokeh balls is a NON-issue. I mean, how many photos will you be taking at 600mm with decorative lights in the background and reaching into the corners? Lens reviews should emphasize the most common use cases and not pander to armchair non-tographers.
I was wondering if this lens would be compatible with the Sony a6400. Thanks in advance.
Yes. It is listed as compatible with the A6400 on the b&h order site under the specs tab. Good question!
Bokeh transition to out-of-focus on this one looks a bit meh, but aside from that love the push-pull zoom, looks like a fun lens!
are you able to hit off high framerates with this lens? considering this vs 200-600mm G OSS