Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM [EF mount]

Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM [Canon EF Mount]

• Lens Type: Super Telephoto Zoom Lens
• Focal Length: 50–500mm
• Maximum Aperture: F4.5–6.3
• Minimum Aperture: F22
• Lens Mount: Canon EF Mount
• Format Coverage: Full Frame (35mm)
• Autofocus: Yes (HSM – Hyper Sonic Motor)
• Image Stabilization: Yes (Optical Stabilizer)
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.50m (Wide) / 1.80m (Tele)
• Maximum Magnification: 0.32×
• Optical Construction: 22 Elements in 16 Groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 9 (Rounded)
• Filter Size: 95mm
• Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual Focus
• Weight: Approx. 1,970g
• Dimensions: Approx. 104.4 × 219mm

Description

The Sigma 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM is the second-generation version of Sigma's legendary "Bigma," combining an extraordinary 10× zoom range with Optical Stabilizer (OS) technology and improved optical performance. Covering focal lengths from a standard 50mm to an ultra-telephoto 500mm, it offers exceptional versatility for wildlife, aviation, sports, motorsports, and travel photography.

Designed for full-frame Canon EF cameras, the lens features APO optics with Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements to reduce chromatic aberration and maintain excellent sharpness throughout the zoom range. The Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) provides fast, quiet autofocus with full-time manual focus override, while the built-in Optical Stabilizer helps reduce the effects of camera shake when shooting handheld at long focal lengths.

Despite its impressive zoom range, the lens delivers consistently strong image quality and robust build quality, making it a favorite among photographers who need maximum flexibility without changing lenses. The OS-equipped Bigma remains one of Sigma's most iconic super-telephoto zoom lenses, valued for its remarkable reach, dependable performance, and versatility in the field.