Optical performance at the highest level, combined with outstanding functionality for demanding shooting situations.
Performance
Photographers typically choose a fixed focal length Lens when they need superior image quality. The flagship lens in Sigma's Sports product line, not only meets this demand, but also incorporates Sigma's latest technologies and offers a full range of sophisticated features and functions: enhanced dust- and splash-proof construction, optical stabilizer (OS), compatibility with our tele-converters, AF function switch, our latest-generation Hyper-Sonic Motor (HSM) and more.
The SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports combines optical excellence with functionality for demanding shooting situations, setting a new standard for high-performance telephoto lenses.
The Lenses in the Sports product line offer sophisticated optical quality and expressiveness and are ideal for fast action shots. They enable photographers to create exactly the shots they want. These Lenses can capture fast-moving subjects even from a distance. In addition, the powerful Lenses in the Sports product line offer a variety of features that are very useful to the photographer in more challenging conditions. In addition to sports photography, these lenses are also perfect for nature photography, wildlife and bird photography, as well as for shooting airplanes, trains, motor sports and portraits.
Another key feature of the lenses in the Sports product line is the ability to customize some of the functions - thanks to the specially designed software, all settings can be adjusted to the photographer's personal preferences.
Construction
The SIGMA 500mm F4 DG HSM | Sports offers a highly effective dust- and splash-proof construction, making it designed for top performance in harsh, difficult shooting conditions. The front and rear lens elements have a water- and oil-repellent coating, so water can be easily wiped away and oil and grease cannot stick to the surface. This feature is especially useful when shooting in drizzle or spray near the sea.
Magnesium Alloy Lens Barrel
To minimize the weight of the Super Tele lens, the Lens barrel is made of magnesium alloy. This alloy, which is as light as it is durable, contributes to the excellent handling of the SIGMA 500mm F4 DG HSM | Sports.
Lenshood made of carbon fiber
The lens hood is made of carbon fiber, a particularly lightweight and robust material. The design of the entire Lens is designed for light weight with excellent performance to support the photographer even in difficult shooting conditions.
Tripod Clamp with 90° Detent
Since photographers often use a monopod or tripod to shoot with such a super-telephoto lens, the tripod clamp is designed to be large and extremely sturdy (the tripod clamp cannot be removed from the lens). Also, the anti-static nickel coating of the tripod clamp parts increases the quality and durability of the 90° detent. In addition, it becomes even easier to switch between landscape and portrait modes. To be able to align the Lens detached from the 90° detents, the detent on the Lens can be disengaged by a switch. The specially designed carrying strap (included) can be attached to the tripod clamp for easy transport. This also relieves the strain on the port of the camera to which the Lens is attached.
Superior Optical Performance
The Lens incorporates one SLD and two FLD glass elements, and the optimized power distribution helps minimize spherical aberration and longitudinal chromatic aberration. In addition, the optical design minimizes lateral chromatic aberrations that can otherwise affect telephoto shots. Image quality remains excellent even when the Lens is used with a SIGMA tele-converter (available as an option).
OS system with accelerometer sensor and new, intelligent OS algorithm
The optical stabilizer (OS) features an accelerometer sensor - for even more precise performance and for compensation of up to four exposure stops. Two OS modes are available: OS mode 1 is suitable for common photography, and mode 2 is ideally suited for motorsports photography and other moving subjects that require dragging. In Mode 2, the accelerometer, intelligent OS and new algorithm work together to provide effective stabilization whether the camera is moved horizontally, vertically or diagonally. This function enables effective panning and ensures superior shots of moving subjects.
AF function switch with preset AF modes
The AF function switch allows you to make your own personal autofocus settings. The Lens can remember the focus position of your choice or turn AF off until needed again.
2 Anytime MF Modes
The Manual-Override (MO) switch position has been added to the AF/MF switch as an additional focus mode option. When the switch is in the MO position, turning the focus ring will result in manual focus even in focus tracking AF mode. In the AF position, the default setting for Anytime MF is active. Using the SIGMA USB dock, MO sensitivity can be adjusted.
Quieter and faster AF
The HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) ensures fast and silent AF. By further improving the drive algorithm of previous models, an additional increase in focus accuracy in focus tracking AF (AF-C) has been achieved.
Other features
The nearly circular aperture consists of 9 aperture blades and provides a very pleasing bokeh outside the plane of focus of the image. The Lens is equipped with a solid and precise brass bayonet. The special treatment of the surface to strengthen the strength allows long-term use. The Super Multi Layer (SML) coating reduces flare and ghosting and provides sharp and high contrast images, even when backlit.
