Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Lens for Sony E

Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Lens for Sony E Summary

The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Lens for Sony E Mount is a professional super-telephoto zoom lens for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. With uncompromising Sports series performance, it delivers the image quality and brightness of a prime, while offering the versatility of a zoom, with a constant f/4 aperture across the full focal range.

Despite being a super telephoto zoom, the optical design allows for exceptional light-gathering capabilities and strong subject separation, which is perfect for subjects including sports, wildlife, and action photography.

The 300-600mm f/4 DG OS comes equipped with Sigma’s well-proven HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) autofocus system, in order to deliver fast, accurate, and near-silent autofocus, even when tracking erratic or fast-moving subjects.

Built-in optical stabilisation compensates for up to 5.5 stops of camera shake, making it far more usable at longer focal lengths, particularly when shooting handheld, albeit at around 4kg you will inevitably rely on a tripod or monopod. An inner zoom mechanism maintains a consistent centre of gravity, providing great balance and predictable movement.

Extremely high optical quality is achieved through six FLD and one SLD element, which reduce aberrations and maintain high-resolution detail throughout the zoom range. Sigma has also includes a 13-blade diaphragm, which produces smooth, natural bokeh, while the weather-sealed magnesium alloy barrel allows for shooting in difficult conditions. Additional professional features include a drop-in filter system, which supports polarising and variable ND filters, for greater control when working outdoors.

With exceptional image quality, fast autofocus, and professional build quality, the Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports is a serious alternative to fixed super-telephoto primes, giving professional and advanced enthusiasts a uniquely versatile tool.

Key Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Features

• Versatile super-telephoto zoom range
• Constant f/4 aperture
• HLA autofocus system ensures fast, precise focusing
• 5.5 stops optical stabilisation
• Inner zoom mechanism maintains balance
• Advanced optical design includes 28 elements in 21 groups, with FLD, SLD, and high refractive index glass
• Weather-sealed construction
• Drop-in filter system (40.5mm)
• Function ring with focus preset and power focus modes
• Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount with a rotating mechanism
• Weighs 3,985g

Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Lens for Sony E in More Detail

Exceptional Super-Telephoto Zoom Versatility

The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports provides the advantages of a 600mm f/4 prime lens while allowing photographers to zoom out to 300mm without sacrificing optical performance. Its inner zoom design prevents weight shifts too, for stable handling. This makes it an ideal choice for sports and action photography, where subjects move unpredictably, and spontaneous reframing is often required.

Optical Performance That Rivals Prime Lenses

Sigma has created a zoom lens which meets the demands of professional sports and wildlife photographers, with optics that incorporate six FLD elements, one SLD element, and high-refractive index glass to reduce chromatic aberration and deliver edge-to-edge sharpness. Nano Porous Coatings (NPC) and Super Multi-Layer Coatings control reflections and lens flare, ensuring high contrast and accurate colour reproduction even in challenging backlighting conditions.

Powerful Optical Stabilisation Driven by the OS2 Algorithm

Sigma’s latest OS2 algorithm provides up to 5.5 stops of image stabilisation at the tele 600mm end of the zoom range, improving shooting in low light when handholding – albeit at 4kg this lens will often be tripod or monopod mounted. Two stabilisation modes are available:

• Mode 1 is optimised for general photography, balancing stabilisation with natural framing.
• Mode 2 is designed for panning shots, stabilising movement along any axis while allowing smooth tracking of fast-moving subjects.

High-Speed Autofocus with HLA Motor

Sigma’s tried-and-tested HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor enables exceptionally fast and precise autofocus while remaining near-silent, which is ideal for many telephoto subjects, from the sports field to wildlife sanctuary.

Despite its large f/4 aperture, the use of lightweight focusing elements ensures rapid, accurate AF performance, even for high-speed subjects.

Rugged Build with Professional Handling

The magnesium alloy body provides strength while keeping weight manageable, while a thermal insulation coating prevents the lens from overheating in direct sunlight, ensuring stable performance in heated settings.

Sigma’s Arca-Swiss compatible tripod mount features a smooth rotating mechanism with a click/de-click option at 90° stops, improving usability in both landscape and portrait orientations, while also providing broad compatibility and ease of use for various ballads, gimbals and tripods.

Drop-In Filter System for Creative Control

The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports lens features a 40.5mm drop-in filter holder, which enables the use of drop-in circular polarisers and variable ND filters (available separately), giving photographers greater control in various conditions.

Weather-Sealed design

The dust and splash-resistant design protects against rain or harsh conditions and the front element is coated with a water and oil-repellent coating, which is far easier to clean and maintain.

What’s in the box

• Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Lens for Sony E full-frame cameras
• Lens Hood LH1615-01  
• Cover Lens Cap LC-598E 
• Rear Cap LCR III (Sony E-mount) 
• Tripod Socket S-161
• Drop In Filter Holder RFH-21 (Sony E-mount)