{"product_id":"sigma-500mm-f5-6-dg-dn-os-sports","title":"Sigma 500mm f5.6 DG DN OS Sports - Sony E - 1593373","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigma 500mm f5.6 DG DN OS Sports - Sony E - 1593373\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SIGMA 500mm F5.6 DG DN OS | Sports is an ultra-telephoto prime lens exclusively for mirrorless cameras that features a 500mm focal length with outstanding image quality in a remarkably compact and lightweight body. By incorporating multiple large-diameter, exclusive low-dispersion glass elements that are challenging to process, SIGMA succeeded in significantly downsizing the lens construction without the use of diffractive optical elements. At the same time, the lens has achieved high resolving power that meets the expectations for a 500mm prime lens. The lens body, composed mainly of high-precision engineering plastic parts, has excellent build quality and weather resistance, including dust and splash resistant structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e*\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, despite its compact size. With its rich descriptive power and incredibly compact size for its focal length, the handy-size SIGMA 500mm F5.6 DG DN OS | Sports offers a whole new photographic experience for wildlife, aviation, sports and other fast-action photographers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"299h92\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"321\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"85\"\u003eElite long‑reach optic for action, wildlife \u0026amp; sports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"88\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eSigma 500mm f\/5.6 DG DN OS Sports – Sony E\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs \u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"199\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003esuper‑telephoto reach with outstanding sharpness\u003c\/strong\u003e and agility, making it a top choice for birding, motorsports, and fast‑moving wildlife where distance and detail matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xhd3xi\" data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eOptical quality that rivals heavier primes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eAdvanced optics with \u003cstrong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"439\"\u003elow‑dispersion and aspherical elements\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver crisp resolution and controlled aberrations from center to edge across the frame, even wide open at f\/5.6 — especially impressive on high‑megapixel Sony bodies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gkjnhz\" data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eBuilt‑in Optical Stabilization (OS) for steady shooting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eSigma’s effective \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eOS system\u003c\/strong\u003e significantly reduces camera shake at long focal lengths, letting you hand‑hold longer exposures with confidence — essential when a tripod isn’t practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g0906w\" data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eFast and reliable autofocus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eDesigned for mirrorless performance, the autofocus system is \u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eresponsive and accurate\u003c\/strong\u003e on Sony E‑mount bodies, helping you lock focus on erratic subjects without hunting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"de0of1\" data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eWeather‑sealed, adventure‑ready build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eRobust construction with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003edust and splash resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e means this lens can thrive in harsh field environments — from dusty safaris to wet forests and windy plains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mbp4cd\" data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eBalanced ergonomics for its class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eFor a 500 mm fixed lens, the weight and handling are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003esurprisingly manageable\u003c\/strong\u003e, promoting better usability for extended shoots, especially with monopods or gimbals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s30bew\" data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eValue‑oriented Sports line performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eCompared with more expensive first‑party 500 mm primes, this Sigma delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eexcellent performance‑per‑dollar\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing long lens capability within reach for serious enthusiasts and professionals alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eQ: What type of lens is the Sigma 500mm f\/5.6 DG DN OS Sports?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"178\"\u003eA: It’s an \u003cstrong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"219\"\u003eultra‑telephoto prime lens\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eSony E‑mount full‑frame mirrorless cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for sports, wildlife, aviation, and action photography with professional‑grade optics. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eQ: What is its focal length and aperture?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"461\"\u003eA: The lens has a fixed \u003cstrong data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e500 mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"545\"\u003emaximum aperture of f\/5.6\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eminimum of f\/32\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving strong reach and depth‑of‑field control. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eQ: Does it offer image stabilization?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eA: Yes — it features \u003cstrong data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eOS (Optical Stabilizer) with OS2 algorithm\u003c\/strong\u003e rated up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"784\" 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