Sigma C 100-400 mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM vs Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM
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| Compare | Lightest Image Stabilization | Fastest Aperture Image Stabilization |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Wildlife Video | Wildlife Video |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 100-400 mm | 100-400 mm |
| Aperture | f/5 | f/4.5 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 8 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 1.6 m | 1.8 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 1160 g | 1360 g |
| Length | 182.3 mm | 189 mm |
| Diameter | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2017 | 1998 |
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Comparing Sigma C 100-400 mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM (100-400 mm, f/5) and Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM (100-400 mm, f/4.5).
Sigma C 100-400 mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM is the lightest at 1160 g, Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM weighs 1360 g.
Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/4.5, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Sigma C 100-400 mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM can focus closest at 1.6 m minimum focus distance.
Both lenses feature image stabilization for handheld shooting. Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM is weather-sealed for challenging conditions.
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