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Sigma's f/2.8 telephoto zoom built only for full-frame mirrorless, from 2023. Launched at $1,499 (US). Who it suits: sports, event and wildlife shooters on Sony E or L-Mount.
Why it exists. Sigma describes this lens as "A reliable and lightweight large-aperture telephoto zoom lens designed exclusively for full-frame mirrorless cameras" (Sigma America release).
It is a Sports-line lens, so it is aimed at fast action: it has optical stabilization (OS), a High-response Linear Actuator focus motor and an 11-blade aperture.
Who should buy it? Sony E and L-Mount shooters who want a full f/2.8 telezoom for sports and events.
Sigma America announced the lens on November 16, 2023, with a US price of $1,499 and availability from December 7, 2023 (Sigma America).
Inside are 20 elements in 15 groups, including six FLD, two SLD and three aspherical elements. Close focus runs from 65 cm at 70mm to 100 cm at 200mm.
Specs below are from Sigma Global's product page.
Key specs for the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS | Sports, from Sigma Global and Sigma America. Source for each row in brackets.
| Format / range | Full-frame mirrorless, 70–200mm, f/2.8; Sony E and L-Mount [Sigma Global] |
|---|---|
| Optics | 20 elements in 15 groups; 6 FLD, 2 SLD, 3 aspherical [Sigma Global] |
| Aperture | 11 rounded blades; minimum f/22 [Sigma Global] |
| Autofocus | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) [Sigma Global] |
| Stabilization | OS: 7.5 stops at 70mm, 5.5 stops at 200mm [Sigma Global] |
| Close focus | 65–100 cm; 1:5.2 [Sigma Global] |
| Filters | 77mm [Sigma Global] |
| Size / weight | 207 mm long; 1,335 g (Sony E) [Sigma Global] |
| Announced / price | November 16, 2023; $1,499 (US) [Sigma America] |
We could not find enough openly licensed sample photos taken with this lens to build our own gallery. To see what it can do, browse the DPReview sample gallery for the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS | Sports.
Sigma: Launched at $1,499 in 2023 (US).
Who it's for: Sony E and L-Mount photographers who shoot sports, events or wildlife and want f/2.8 with stabilization.
Looking at other telephoto options? See our Lenses by purpose guide.
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