500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports Impression
The 500mm F4 as a “star” prime ultra-telephoto Released for the new product line
“I’ll definitely get this lens for myself because I’m confident of the quality.”
This lens combines top-level optical performance with outstanding functionality for challenging shoots.
Top-level optical performance and functionality: the new standard for high-performance telephoto lenses.
Introducing the flagship lens of the Sports line
Covering all the essence. Portable, durable and of a high-standard – A Masterpiece of hyper-telephoto lens. Photographers typically choose a prime lens when they require top image quality. However, the new flagship lens of our Sports line, the SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM｜Sports fulfills this need while incorporating SIGMA’s latest technologies and delivering a full range of advanced features and functions: enhanced dust and splash resistant structure*, Optical Stabilizer (OS) system, SIGMA Tele Converter compatibility, AF function switch, SIGMA’s latest-generation Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM), and more. Combining top-level optical performance with functionality for challenging shoots, SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM｜Sports sets a new standard for high-performance telephoto lenses.
* Although this construction allows the lens to be used in light rain, it is not the same as being waterproof.
Embodying the concept of our Sports line of lenses, this lens responds directly to photographers' needs with outstanding action-capture performance.
In addition to the highest levels of optical performance and photographic expression, SIGMA’s new Sports line of lenses offers the kind of action-capture performance that precisely executes the intentions of the photographer. Uncompromising optical performance and photographic expression allow the photographer to shoot fast-moving and distant subjects, while exceptional functionality makes possible excellent shots even in the most challenging of situations. Fully customizable, it allows the photographer to create his or own specification. It is an ideal choice for photographing many different subjects; birds, wild animals, airplanes, motorsports, and even portraits. And SIGMA’s exclusive software makes the lens extremely easy to customize.
Features
Outstanding functionality for challenging shoots.
Support for the adventurous photographer: all the functions you need to perform under tough conditions.
Ideal for all sports photography: birds, animals, and other nature shots; airplanes and trains; motorsports portraits; and much more.
Water- and oil-repellent coating and available exclusive Protector
Designed for top performance in tough shooting conditions, the SIGMA 500mm F4 DG HSM | Sports features highly effective dust and splash resistant structure*. The front of the lens features a water- and oil-repellent coating that allows water to be wiped away easily and helps prevent oil from sticking to the surface. This feature is particularly useful when shooting in a drizzle or near ocean spray. The lens is compatible with the exclusive SIGMA Protector LPT-11 (sold separately), which effectively helps prevent damage to the lens during shooting and maintenance.
Without Coating
With Coating
Magnesium alloy barrel
To help minimize the weight associated with a hyper telephoto lens, the lens barrel is made with a magnesium alloy. Both lightweight and tough, this alloy contributes to the outstanding maneuverability of SIGMA 500mm F4 DG HSM | Sports.
- Magnesium alloy adopted
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, allowing photographers to work in all types of weather.
* Although this construction allows the lens to be used in light rain, it is not the same as being waterproof.
Carbon fiber hood
The lens hood is made of carbon fiber, which is both lightweight and strong. In fact, the entire lens is designed to be lightweight for outstanding performance in tough shooting conditions.
High-precision,
rugged brass bayonet mount
The brass mount combines high precision with rugged construction. Its treated surfaces and enhanced strength contribute to the exceptional durability of the lens.
Tripod socket with 90° click stops
Since photographers often prefer to use a hyper-telephoto lens with a monopod or tripod, the lens features a large and extremely stable tripod socket. Antistatic nickel plating on the socket parts help enhance the quality and durability of the 90° click stops, which make it easy to switch between vertical and horizontal shooting positions. The click position may be fine-tuned by “de-clicking” with the press of a button and manually adjusting the lens. The lens also comes equipped with a dedicated strap for the tripod socket, making it easy to carry equipment without undue stress on the camera mount.
* Tripod socket cannot be detached from the lens
* Strap included
Caution (Tripod socket compatible with Arca Swiss type screw knob clamp)
– This product is compatible with the Arca Swiss screw knob clamp. Please ensure that it is screwed and fixed tightly. This product is not designed for lever type clamps. There are some lever clamps available that do not fix firmly and safely.
– Please ensure that 2 Safety Stopper Screws (supplied) are always fixed so that the Arca Swiss clamp will not fall off.
Nikon electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism included
The lens for the Nikon camera includes the electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism and is able to receive the appropriate signals from the camera body. This feature ensures precision diaphragm control and stable Auto Exposure (AE) performance during continuous shooting.
Top-level optical performance
Transverse chromatic aberration,
which can be an issue in
the telephoto range at the edges of images,
has also been effectively minimized.
- FLD glass
- SLD glass
The lens incorporates two FLD and one SLD glass elements, while the optimized power distribution helps minimize spherical aberration and axial chromatic aberration. The optical system also effectively minimizes transverse chromatic aberration, which can affect the edges of the shots taken in the telephoto range. In addition, image quality remains exceptional when the lens is used with a SIGMA Tele Converter (sold separately).
Tele Converter 1.4
Tele Converter 2.0
Diffraction MTF
Diffraction MTF
Geometrical MTF
Geometrical MTF
| Spatial frequency | S:Sagittal Line | M:Meridional Line |
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| 10lp/mm |
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| 30lp/mm |
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Circular PL Filter RCP-11 is a drop-in polarized filter (sold separately).
Circular PL Filter RCP-11 is a drop-in filter that can easily be rotated while the lens is in use. (A WR Protector filter that is inserted in a slot at the rear of the lens comes with the lens as standard equipment.)
Flare and ghosting reduction
From an early stage in the lens design process, flare and ghosting have been measured to establish an optical design resistant to strong incident light sources such as backlighting. SIGMA’s Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting to help photographers produce sharp and high contrast images even in backlit conditions. The included lens hood can be attached to block out extraneous light, which can have a negative effect on rendering performance.
Vignetting
| F4 |
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| F8 |
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| F16 |
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Rounded diaphragm
The 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates an attractive blur in the out-of-focus areas of the image.
Exclusive low-dispersion glass
The degree to which light is refracted by glass depends on the light’s wavelength. This fact causes different colors of light to focus at slightly different points. The result is chromatic aberration, the color fringing that is particularly noticeable in telephoto lenses. Most chromatic aberration can be removed by combining a high-refractivity convex lens element with a low-refractivity concave element. Yet residual chromatic aberration known as “secondary spectrum” may still remain.To minimize this secondary spectrum, which can be a serious issue with conventional lenses, SIGMA lenses feature up to three types of exclusive low-dispersion glass offering superior performance: ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion), SLD (Special Low Dispersion) and FLD (“F” Low Dispersion). In particular, FLD glass offers ultra-low dispersion in combination with high transmittance and the anomalous dispersion characteristics of fluorite. Meticulous deployment of these types of exclusive low-dispersion glass and optimization of power distribution gives SIGMA lenses superlative image rendition undiminished by residual chromatic aberration.
Functions that satisfy the demands of professional photographers.
True functionality developed to fulfill
the demanding concept of the Sports line.
A maximum concentration of functions that delivers top-level optical performance and outstanding maneuverability.
Manual override incorporated to make two full-time manual modes switchable
In addition to AF/MF, MO (Manual Override) is incorporated as one of the options of the focus mode switch. By setting it to the MO position, it switches to manual focus by rotating the focus ring even during continuous AF. With AF position, standard full-time manual focus is available. Using the optional SIGMA USB DOCK, it is possible to adjust the MO position’s sensitivity to switch to manual focus.
AF function switch with preset AF modes
The AF function switch allows you to set your own autofocus specification. The lens can remember the focus position of your choice or turn off AF until it is needed.
Note: Image is for SIGMA mount lenses. Available switch functions may vary by mount.
Intelligent OS featuring updated algorithm
The Optical Stabilizer (OS) function features an acceleration sensor to ensure even higher precision. Two OS modes are available: Mode 1 for general photography and Mode 2 for motor sports and other applications requiring panning. In Mode 2, the acceleration sensor teams up with the Intelligent OS and its updated stabilization algorithm to deliver effective stabilization while you move the camera horizontally, vertically, or diagonally—regardless of the position of the lens. This feature helps ensure effective panning and outstanding capture of moving subjects.
Quieter and Faster “Optimized AF”
The HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) ensures high speed and quiet AF. With the further enhanced AF algorithm compared to previous models, continuous AF (AF-C) improves the focusing efficiency.
ESSENTIALS
You'll find our philosophy and craftsmanship
in every product
Our new lineup fully expresses our approach to lenses and photography itself. All of our lenses belong to one of three lines—Contemporary, Art, or Sports—all of which share our development philosophy and advanced manufacturing system. High performance, high quality, and high end in every respect, these lenses give people who love photography lasting value and consistent, exciting results. The secret is our passion for craftsmanship that we put into every production process and every product.
Specifications
500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports
Lens Construction
- FLD glass
- SLD glass
Lens Construction
16 elements in 11 groups
Angle of View
- 5°
Number of Diaphragm Blades
9 (rounded diaphragm)
Minimum Aperture
F32
Minimum Focusing Distance
350cm / 137.8in.
Maximum Magnification Ratio
1：6.5
Filter size
Φ46mm (Rear)
Dimensions (Diameter × Length)
- Φ144.8mm × 380.3mm / Φ5.7in. × 15in.
- *The length of a lens is measured from the filter surface to its mount.
Weight
- 3,310g
Edition Number
S016
Supplied Accessories
・Case
・LENS HOOD LH1388-01
・COVER LENS CAP LC-185E
・FILTER HOLDER WITH WR PROTECTOR 46MM
・REAR CAP LCR II
・TRIPOD SOCKET TS-91 fixed
Performance / Data
MTF Chart
Diffraction MTF
Geometrical MTF
| Spatial frequency | S:Sagittal Line | M:Meridional Line |
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| 10lp/mm |
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| 30lp/mm |
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Distortion
Vignetting
| F4 |
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| F8 |
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| F16 |
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Product Lineup
500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports
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SIGMA SA-mount
- Supplied Accessories
・Case
・LENS HOOD LH1388-01
・COVER LENS CAP LC-185E
・FILTER HOLDER WITH WR PROTECTOR 46MM
・REAR CAP LCR II
・TRIPOD SOCKET TS-91 fixed
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Nikon F mount
- Supplied Accessories
・Case
・LENS HOOD LH1388-01
・COVER LENS CAP LC-185E
・FILTER HOLDER WITH WR PROTECTOR 46MM
・REAR CAP LCR II
・TRIPOD SOCKET TS-91 fixed
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Canon EF mount
- Supplied Accessories
・Case
・LENS HOOD LH1388-01
・COVER LENS CAP LC-185E
・FILTER HOLDER WITH WR PROTECTOR 46MM
・REAR CAP LCR II
・TRIPOD SOCKET TS-91 fixed
Support
500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports
Accessories
Supplied Accessories
LENS HOOD LH1388-01
COVER LENS CAP LC-185E
FILTER HOLDER WITH WR PROTECTOR 46mm
REAR CAP LCR Ⅱ
* The image is for SIGMA.
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SIGMA SA-mount
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Nikon F mount
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Canon EF mount
TRIPOD SOCKET TS-91
Supplied with 500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports.
Compatible products:
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports
Separately Sold Accessories
WR-PROTECTOR LPT-11
Exclusive SIGMA Protector which fits on the front of the lens. Effectively helps prevent damage to the lens during shooting and maintenance.
DROP IN WR CIRCULAR PL RCP-11
TELE CONVERTER TC-1401
Teleconverters that are newly designed to match the new lens line-ups can be attached. offered magnification of focal length of TC-1401 is 1.4 times and that of TC-2001 is 2 times respectively.
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SIGMA SA-mount
- Supplied Accessories
Case
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Nikon F mount
- Supplied Accessories
Case
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Canon EF mount
- Supplied Accessories
Case
TELE CONVERTER TC-2001
Teleconverters that are newly designed to match the new lens line-ups can be attached. offered magnification of focal length of TC-1401 is 1.4 times and that of TC-2001 is 2 times respectively.
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SIGMA SA-mount
- Supplied Accessories
Case
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Nikon F mount
- Supplied Accessories
Case
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Canon EF mount
- Supplied Accessories
Case
TRIPOD SOCKET TS-81
The lens foot can replace the original lens’s supplied foot, making it possible to directly attach the lens to the Arca Swiss platforms and screw knob clamps.
Compatible products:
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports
Tripod socket compatible with Arca Swiss type screw knob clamp
USB DOCK UD-01
By connecting a SIGMA Art, Contemporary, or Sports lens to a computer with the SIGMA USB DOCK, photographers can update the lens firmware and adjust focus position and other parameters.
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SIGMA SA-mount
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Canon EF mount
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Nikon F mount
WR PROTECTOR 46mm
Water-repellent, Antistatic type. Protector is developed to protect the lens surface from dirt and dust as well as scratches. It is an ideal filter for regular use as it is completely colorless so does not affect color reproduction.
* Thinner frame wide type.
PROTECTOR 46mm
Normal type. Protector is developed to protect the lens surface from dirt and dust as well as scratches. It is an ideal filter for regular use as it is completely colorless so does not affect color reproduction.
* Thinner frame wide type.
WR UV FILTER 46mm
UV Water-repellent, Antistatic type. UV filter prevents the bluish tone that generates when the weather is fine, by absorbing ultraviolet rays. It is effective in most situations, such as landscape, portrait and general photography on a sunny day. It is also an ideal filter for regular use as it is completely colorless so does not affect color reproduction.
* Thinner frame wide type.
MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11
The SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 allows you to use your SIGMA SA mount and SIGMA EOS mount interchangeable lenses with the Sony E-mount camera body.
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SIGMA SA-E
SIGMA SA-mount -
CANON EF-E
Canon EF mount
MOUNT CONVERTER MC-21
The SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-21 allows SIGMA SA mount and SIGMA’s CANON EF mount interchangeable lens owners to use their lens investment on L-Mount camera bodies.
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SIGMA SA-L
SIGMA SA-mount -
CANON EF-L
Canon EF mount
TRIPOD SOCKET TS-61
Supplied with 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports.
Compatible products:
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports
TRIPOD SOCKET TS-101
The lens foot can replace the original lens’s supplied foot, making it possible to directly attach the lens to the Arca Swiss platforms and screw knob clamps.
Supplied with 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports.
Compatible products:
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports
500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports
Tripod socket compatible with Arca Swiss type screw knob clamp
Catalogs / Resources
Manuals / Brochures
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SIGMA Lens Catalogue 2022 Autumn (Brochures)
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WR-PROTECTOR LPT-11 (Manuals)
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500mm F4 DG OS HSM (Manuals)
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DROP IN WR CIRCULAR PL RCP-11 (Manuals)
Impressions / Samples
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500mm F4 DG OS HSM | Sports Sample photo gallery
