Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro

Affordable telephoto zoom with macro capability

Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro
65/100
LENS SCORE
Features 12
Performance 12
Durability 12
Price 17
Usability 12
Brand Sigma
Model 505-xxx

Key Features

OPTICAL 14 elements in 10 groups with SLD glass
MACRO 1:2 maximum magnification ratio at 300mm
APERTURE 9-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh
FOCUS Internal focusing system with manual override
MOUNT Available for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K
STABILIZATION None (Optical stabilization not included in this model)
FILTER 58mm front filter thread size
CONSTRUCTION Polycarbonate barrel with metal mount
ZOOM Rotating zoom mechanism
COMPATIBILITY Full-frame DG design compatible with APS-C
MIN FOCUS 95cm minimum focusing distance
WEIGHT Approximately 550g depending on mount
DIMENSIONS 76.6mm x 122mm

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ~ Limited Only on specific legacy mounts
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✓ Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 70-300mm
Aperture f/4-5.6 to f/22-32
Lens Construction 14 elements in 10 groups
Angle of View 34.3u00b0 - 8.2u00b0
Min Focus Distance 95cm
Max Magnification 1:2
Filter Size 58mm
Diaphragm Blades 9
Focus Motor Micro-motor (varies by mount)
Stabilization None
Weather Sealing No
Weight 550g
Dimensions 76.6mm x 122mm
Mounts Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K
Format Full Frame