Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR vs Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR and Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM.
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Product |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Name | Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR | Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR | |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2011 |
| Release Date | 2023-07-21 | |
| MSRP | N/A | 4700 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Supertelephoto |
Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EFNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper motor | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 130 cm | 150 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,25 | |
Aperture |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Maximum Aperture |
F5,6-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F5,6 at 180 mm F6,3 at 600 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Construction | 25 elements / 17 groups | 23 elements / 18 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 6 ED elements, 1 Aspherical element | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Focal Length | 180-600 mm | 120-300 mm |
| Zoom Range | 420 mm | 180 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR |
Yes
OS |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter | 110 mm | 114 mm |
| Length | 316 mm | 289 mm |
| Weight | 2140 gr | 2950 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR |
Sigma EX 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS APO HSM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 95 mm | 105 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-109 | LH1128-01 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
