Sigma 300 mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM APO vs Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300 mm f/4D IF-ED
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| Compare | Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Wildlife | Wildlife |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 2.5 m | 1.45 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 2400 g | 1440 g |
| Length | 214 mm | 222.5 mm |
| Diameter | 119 mm | 90 mm |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2005 | 2000 |
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Comparing Sigma 300 mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM APO (300 mm, f/2.8) and Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300 mm f/4D IF-ED (300 mm, f/4).
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300 mm f/4D IF-ED is the lightest at 1440 g, Sigma 300 mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM APO weighs 2400 g.
Sigma 300 mm f/2.8 EX DG HSM APO offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300 mm f/4D IF-ED can focus closest at 1.45 m minimum focus distance.
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