{"product_id":"sigma-500mm-f4-dg-os-hsm-sports-lens-nikon-f","title":"Sigma 500mm f\/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens Nikon F","description":"\n\u003cdiv class=\"parks_opinion\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"parks_optable\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd class=\"parks_heading\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSIGMA 500mm F\/4 GD OS HSM Sports Nikon Fit Lens Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd class=\"park_specs\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHyper-telephoto Sigma Sports lens for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkcameras.com\/cameras\/digital-slr-cameras\/nikon\/\"\u003eNikon DSLRs\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500mm focal length perfect for capturing the action from a distance  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship lens of the Sports line of lenses, ideal for sports \u0026amp; wildlife photography  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust and splash-proof  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-mode Optical stabilisation system (OS)  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew generation Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM)  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium alloy body, carbon fibre lens hood  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy tripod socket with 90° click stops  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Sigma TeleConverters \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e \u003ctable class=\"parks_optable our_verdict\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e \u003ctable class=\"parks_optable\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd class=\"parks_heading\"\u003eSIGMA 500mm F\/4 GD OS HSM Sports Nikon Fit Lens Features in Detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd class=\"park_detail\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe flagship lens of the Sports line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCovering all the essence. Portable, durable and of a high-standard  A masterpiece of\u003cbr\u003ehyper-telephoto lens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotographers 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 fulfills\u003cbr\u003ethis need while incorporating SIGMA's latest technologies and delivering a full range of advanced features and functions: enhanced dust- and splash-proof construction, Optical Stabilizer (OS) system, SIGMA Tele Converter compatibility, AF function switch, SIGMA's latest-generation Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM), and more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombining 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding functionality for challenging shoots.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced dust\/splash-proof construction and available exclusive Protector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for top performance in tough shooting conditions, the SIGMA 500mm F4 DG HSM - Sports features highly effective dust- and splash-proof construction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe lens is compatible with the exclusive SIGMA Protector LPT-11 (sold separately), which effectively helps prevent damage to the lens during shooting and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium alloy barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo help minimize the weight associated with a hyper telephoto lens, the lens barrel is\u003cbr\u003emade with a magnesium alloy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoth lightweight and tough, this alloy contributes to the outstanding maneuverability of SIGMA 500mm F4 DG HSM - Sports.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon fiber hood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTripod socket with 90° click stops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSince photographers often prefer to use a hyper-telephoto lens with a monopod or tripod, the\u003cbr\u003elens 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe click position may be canceled by turning off the \"de-clicking\" switch. 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop-level optical performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn addition, image quality remains exceptional when the lens is used with a SIGMA Tele Converter (sold separately).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions that satisfy the demands of professional photographers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOS system with acceleration sensor and new Intelligent OS algorithm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Optical Stabilizer (OS) system features an acceleration sensor to deliver even more precise performance and up to approximately four stops of stabilization.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo OS modes are available:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMode 1 for general photography  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMode 2 for motor sports and other applications requiring panning. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis feature helps ensure effective panning and outstanding capture of moving subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAF function switch with preset AF modes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual override incorporated to make two full-time manual modes switchable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn addition to AF\/MF, MO (Manual Override) is incorporated as one of the options of the focus mode switch.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBy setting it to the MO position, it switches to manual focus by rotating the focus ring even\u003cbr\u003eduring 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuieter and Faster \"Optimized AF\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIGMA Tele Converters, mount Converters, and USB DOCK make possible customization and flexible adjustment for convenience or a specific purpose.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAF is effective even when Tele Converters are attached Tele Converters that are newly designed to match the new lens line-ups (optional) can be attached.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe addition of SIGMA's TELE Converter TC-1401 or TELE Converter TC-2001 produces a AF 700mm F5.6 hyper-telephoto lens or a AF 1000mm F8 hyper-telephoto lens respectively.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e* When shooting subjects with low contrast or luminosity value, focus may not be spot on the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIGMA USB DOCK - Customizable to your needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomization including firmware updates, focus adjustment, setting of full time\u003cbr\u003emanual operations as well as adjustment of the timing to switch to MF when rotating the focus ring is available with the optional SIGMA USB DOCK, by connecting it with the dedicated software \"SIGMA Optimization Pro\" on a computer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith this lens, custom mode that can be set depending on the photography situation is\u003cbr\u003eavailable by switching it on the lens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrough custom mode, it is possible to set AF speed, focus limiter where desired focus range can be adjusted, and OS where one of the patterns for optical stabilizer can be selected from \"Dynamic View Mode\", \"Standard\" and \"Moderate View Mode\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIGMA Sports Lenses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile offering sophisticated optical performance and expressiveness, the SIGMA Sports line lenses deliver high action-capture performance, enabling photographers to get the exact shots they want.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith these lenses, fast-moving subjects even at distance can be well captured. This\u003cbr\u003ehigh-performance line also offers a variety of functions to aid the photographer in challenging\u003cbr\u003econditions and scenarios. Besides sports photography, these lenses are also perfect for nature shots featuring birds and wildlife, as well as aero photography, trains, motor sports photography and portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnother major feature of the Sports line lenses is their wide range of customization\u003cbr\u003eoptions: using the dedicated software, all sorts of settings can be tailored to the personal\u003cbr\u003epreferences of the photographer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e \u003ctable class=\"parks_optable cta_table\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd class=\"park_ctaprice\"\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"comp-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffers: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffer Category: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Camera Lenses\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffer Product Type: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Nikon Lenses F mount\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutofocus: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture ring: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstant Aperture: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens CIPA Image stabilization rating: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter (mm): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength (mm): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (g): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistance scale: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoF scale: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElements: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnvironmental Sealing: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocus distance limiter: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal length: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        500 mm\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocus method: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Thread: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull time manual: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroups: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHood supplied: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Image stabilization: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens mount: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Materials: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum focal length: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        500\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum magnification: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum aperture (number): \n                                \n                                    \n                                        4\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum aperture (text): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Format size: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum focal length: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        500\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Minimum focus distance (m): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum aperture (number): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum aperture (text): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor type: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of diaphragm blades: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower zoom: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial elements \/ coatings: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod collar: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens type: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide\/Tele: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLevel: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear Of Release: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Holiday and Landscape: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Interior and Architecture: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Fashion and Portrait: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Macro and Still Life: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Astro: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Street: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Wildlife and Sport: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoom lock: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoom method: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n  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