Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary
Announced September 21, 2023
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary is a compact, lightweight telephoto zoom that provides excellent sharpness and effective optical stabilization at a highly competitive price. While it lacks some premium features like a tripod collar and full weather sealing, it serves as a capable mid-tier option for wildlife and action photography.
Weighted from 8 reviewer scores
Pros
- Excellent image sharpness and optical performance
- Compact, lightweight, and portable design
- Affordable and competitive pricing
- Effective optical image stabilization
- Fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Tripod collar not included in the box
- Issues with flare, distortion, or bokeh quality
- Slow variable aperture and limited low-light performance
- Softness in corners at 400mm
- Lack of full weather sealing
- Launch price $949 (USD)
- Focal length & aperture 100-400mm f/5-6.3
- Mount & coverage Sony E, L-Mount, Fujifilm X Full-Frame
- Stabilization Optical IS, 5 stops (CIPA)
- Close focus 1.1 m (0.24x)
- Filter thread 67mm
- Autofocus motor Stepping motor
- Weight & size 1134g · 86 x 198 mm (3.39 x 7.80 in)
What the Reviewers Say
All 8 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- PetaPixel 8.5/10
The Sigma 100-400mm is not a bright lens by any stretch and there is some compromise there, yet it provides some excellent sharpness and good overall optical performance without breaking the bank, or the arms.
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The Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary is a subtle improvement over the older DSLR version - both optically as well as mechanically.
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The Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS is a perfect example of the role that Sigma can and should play in the Fuji marketplace – a quality mid-tier option that offers 90% of the first party lens at a much cheaper price.
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The new Sigma lens offers the right performance at the right price and is Highly Recommended.
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I think this lens is a fabulous option for getting that extra reach, whether you're shooting macro, live events, or even just a bit of action.
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If you're looking for a lightweight, small 100-400mm for your wildlife, for your sports, for your moonscapes, and your cityscapes, take a look at the Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary. I think it's a pretty good option.
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I can’t quite recommend it to most users, but I can’t truly discourage anyone from getting it either. It does have merits, but it does come with some, for me at least, pretty unfortunate flaws.
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I think this is a great addition from Sigma to the XF mount lineup of lenses. I think it's a fantastic addition as a super telephoto lens in that ecosystem.
