Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200–500 mm f/5.6E ED VR vs Sigma 200-500 mm f/2.8 EX DG
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| Compare | Lightest Image Stabilization | Fastest Aperture |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Wildlife Video | Wildlife |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 200-500 mm | 200-500 mm |
| Aperture | f/5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 2.2 m | 1.5 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 2300 g | 15700 g |
| Length | 108 mm | 726 mm |
| Diameter | 267.5 mm | 236.5 mm |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 72 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2015 | 2008 |
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Comparing Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200–500 mm f/5.6E ED VR (200-500 mm, f/5.6) and Sigma 200-500 mm f/2.8 EX DG (200-500 mm, f/2.8).
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200–500 mm f/5.6E ED VR is the lightest at 2300 g, Sigma 200-500 mm f/2.8 EX DG weighs 15700 g.
Sigma 200-500 mm f/2.8 EX DG offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Sigma 200-500 mm f/2.8 EX DG can focus closest at 1.5 m minimum focus distance.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200–500 mm f/5.6E ED VR includes image stabilization.
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