{"product_id":"sigma-500mm-f-5-6-dg-dn-os-sports-lens-sony-e","title":"Sigma 500mm F\/5.6 DG DN OS Sports Lens (Sony E)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eThe Sigma 500mm f\/5.6 DG DN OS Sports is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"274\"\u003esuper-telephoto prime lens\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eSony E-mount mirrorless cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e. It delivers long-distance reach with high optical performance while remaining significantly more compact and lightweight than traditional 500mm lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eReleased in 2024, it is part of Sigma’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"533\"\u003eSports line\u003c\/strong\u003e, which focuses on durability, speed, and precision for demanding shooting conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"662\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"q1wpju\" data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eOptical Design and Image Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eThis lens is engineered for \u003cstrong data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"771\"\u003emaximum sharpness at extreme distances\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"131upcv\" data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eOptical construction: \u003cstrong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"826\"\u003e20 elements in 14 groups\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bamof9\" data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eSpecial glass:\n\u003cul data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f0mhf2\" data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"931\"\u003e3 FLD (low dispersion, similar to fluorite)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dp1ihe\" data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e2 SLD elements for chromatic aberration control \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gec816\" data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eHigh resolving power suitable for high-resolution sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oyf3zs\" data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eStrong contrast and minimal color fringing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eSigma achieved a compact design \u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003ewithout using diffractive optics\u003c\/strong\u003e, relying instead on advanced glass elements. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eResult: very clean, sharp images even at full 500mm reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xkb1iw\" data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eAperture and Depth of Field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11bawmm\" data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eMaximum aperture: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003ef\/5.6\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11juhb5\" data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eMinimum aperture: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003ef\/32\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mq1y12\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e11 rounded aperture blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eEffects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1atvnx8\" data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eGood subject isolation at long distances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dspzgx\" data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eSmooth background blur (bokeh), especially for wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13uupda\" data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eLimited low-light performance compared to faster lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tvm3af\" data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eAutofocus System (HLA)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003eThe lens uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eHLA (High-response Linear Actuator)\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gf2071\" data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eFast subject acquisition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vhoj8x\" data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eAccurate tracking for moving subjects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jdydm8\" data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eQuiet operation for video and wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eThis makes it highly effective for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ty5dkp\" data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eBirds in flight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15cpo3z\" data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003eSports action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"knei84\" data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eFast-moving animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vm70de\" data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eImage Stabilization (OS2)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"145ydi2\" data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eBuilt-in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eOptical Stabilization (OS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14dr6yq\" data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eUses Sigma’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eOS2 algorithm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ckodxy\" data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003eUp to approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e5 stops of stabilization\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eThis is essential at 500mm, where even small movements can cause blur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"36ayhm\" data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eBuild Quality and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003eThe lens is designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eprofessional outdoor use\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2jxxrw\" data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eDust and splash-resistant construction \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hwgune\" data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003eMagnesium and high-strength composite materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14vo866\" data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003eCompact for its class:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rtcv9j\" data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eLength: ~236 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hne0t3\" data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003eWeight: ~1365 g \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2616\"\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11fsiub\" data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eTripod collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t5r5jk\" data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003eLens hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17iqvyj\" data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003eWeather sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003eDespite being a 500mm lens, it is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003elight enough for handheld shooting\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is a major advantage. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2816\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1coikil\" data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2842\"\u003eControls and Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003ePhysical controls on the lens include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"3058\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zuiqqy\" data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003eAperture ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t1kpqs\" data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eFocus limiter switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5hudsq\" data-start=\"2927\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003eAutofocus mode switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1upb6e3\" data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003eOptical stabilization modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4b0hwr\" data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3058\"\u003eAFL (custom function) buttons \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003eThese allow quick adjustments in fast-paced shooting environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"16go3zz\" data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3157\"\u003eFocusing Capabilities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a82v6p\" data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3241\"\u003eMinimum focus 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data-end=\"3487\"\u003eVery sharp across the frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ugszhy\" data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3521\"\u003eReliable autofocus for action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y8nbqy\" data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003eStrong stabilization for handheld shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5minn\" data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003eGood contrast even in challenging light \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3651\" data-end=\"3682\"\u003eIt is especially effective for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3744\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1377zws\" data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003eBird photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k1qx7b\" data-start=\"3704\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003eWildlife tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10u8nd\" data-start=\"3726\" data-end=\"3744\"\u003eOutdoor sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3746\" data-end=\"3749\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1344z7h\" data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3764\"\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3950\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mzlswu\" data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3807\"\u003eExcellent sharpness and image quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gqn8ul\" data-start=\"3808\" data-end=\"3854\"\u003eMuch lighter than traditional 500mm lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mi084v\" data-start=\"3855\" data-end=\"3889\"\u003eEffective stabilization system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jmxjp2\" data-start=\"3890\" data-end=\"3921\"\u003eFast and accurate autofocus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10n8twt\" data-start=\"3922\" data-end=\"3950\"\u003eProfessional-grade build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3952\" data-end=\"3955\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bisuce\" data-start=\"3957\" data-end=\"3971\"\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"4145\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"68jvdb\" data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"4017\"\u003eFixed focal length (no zoom flexibility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15q9gue\" data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4064\"\u003ef\/5.6 not ideal for low-light environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h2600r\" data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4127\"\u003eStill relatively large despite being compact for its class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rrby8u\" data-start=\"4128\" data-end=\"4145\"\u003ePremium price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Best Pricer","offers":[{"title":"Default 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