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Sigma 150-600mm 5-6.3 Contemporary DG OS HSM Lens for Nikon
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Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary

The proven wildlife telephoto — now a used-market buy.

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4.4· 2,264 ratings
$2,413.46
Price checked Sep 4, 2026
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Our verdict

HSReviewed by the BirdingPath team · Hilly Shore LabsUpdated Sep 4, 2026Price checked Sep 4, 2026

Synthesized from public specs and 510 buyer mentions. We research and analyze — we don't lab-test.

Get it if

Nikon DSLR wildlife shooters happy to buy used — this Nikon F listing sells second-hand only, which is how most birders acquire this lens anyway.

Skip it if

You want a new-in-box purchase or a packable travel lens; at 4.25 lb it's heavy for handheld all-day use.

Type
Telephoto zoom lens
Compatibility
Nikon F (DSLR)
Key spec
150-600mm f/5-6.3
Weight
4.25 lb (1930 g)
Buyers praise
  • Lens Quality
  • Image Quality
  • Value for money
  • Autofocus Performance
Buyers flag
  • Weight
  • Autofocus

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Premium pickSigma 150-600mm Contemporary
4.4· $2,413.46
Top pickCanon RF 100-400mm
5· $699.00
BirdingScore
77/100
94/100
Type
Telephoto zoom lens
Telephoto zoom lens
Compatibility
Nikon F (DSLR)
Canon RF (EOS R)
Key spec
150-600mm f/5-6.3
100-400mm f/5.6-8
Weight
4.25 lb (1930 g)
1.8 lb
Best for
Wildlife / long reach
Lightweight travel telephoto
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Owner satisfaction77/100
Field value78/100

Specifications

Type
Telephoto zoom lens
Compatibility
Nikon F (DSLR)
Key spec
150-600mm f/5-6.3
Weight
4.25 lb (1930 g)
Best for
Wildlife / long reach

Specs from the manufacturer listing and public product data; confirm the current listing before buying.

Manufacturer's claims (from Sigma)Show
  • 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM / C
  • Minimum focusing distance : 280 cm/110.2 inches, focal length :150-600mm. Diaphragm blades: 9
  • First hyper-telephoto zoom from the Contemporary line, Dust proof and splash proof mount95mm filter
  • Lightweight & compact in construction for higher usability.SIGMA TELE CONVERTER TC-1401 and TC-2001 are dedicated to Tele Converter lenses, which should be used with only listed lenses.The converter cannot be attached to the camera and lens whose mount is different.Do not use the SIGMA TELE CONVERTER on top of another SIGMA TELE CONVERTER, or any other kinds of converters.
  • Water and oil repellent coating on front glass element makes maintenance of the lens surface easier
  • Weight : 1930g/ 68oz.

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