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Sigma
Sigma 150-600mm 5-6.3 Contemporary DG OS HSM Lens for Nikon
The proven budget wildlife telephoto.
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4.5· 2,264 ratings
$2,413.46
Price checked July 18, 2026
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HSReviewed by the BirdingPath team · Hilly Shore LabsUpdated July 18, 2026Price checked July 18, 2026
Synthesized from public specs and 431 buyer mentions. We research and analyze — we don't lab-test.
Get it if
Nikon DSLR wildlife shooters wanting proven, value-priced 150-600mm reach with sharp optics and reliable autofocus.
Skip it if
You want 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
Buyers flag
- Weight
The BirdingScore, unpacked
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Owner satisfaction79/100
Field value63/100
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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