Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports
Announced December 7, 2023
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports is a high-performing, professional-grade telephoto zoom that offers image quality and build standards comparable to first-party alternatives at a significantly lower price. While it delivers excellent sharpness, fast autofocus, and effective stabilization, it is heavier than some competitors and lacks certain features like teleconverter compatibility on E-mount.
Weighted from 25 reviewer scores
Pros
- Fast, accurate, and silent autofocus performance
- Exceptional image quality with high sharpness and beautiful bokeh
- Highly effective optical stabilization
- Robust, weather-sealed build quality
- Competitive pricing and feature-rich design
Cons
- Limited burst rate and lack of teleconverter support on E-mount
- Heavier and larger than competing lenses
- Awkward zoom ring placement and lens hood interference
- Difficult-to-remove tripod foot
- Minor optical issues like vignetting and corner softness
- Launch price $1,499 (USD)
- Focal length & aperture 70-200mm f/2.8
- Mount & coverage Sony E, L-Mount Full-Frame
- Stabilization Optical IS, 7.5 stops (CIPA)
- Close focus 65 cm (0.19x)
- Filter thread 77mm
- Autofocus motor Dual High-response Linear Actuator (HLA)
- Weight & size 1335g · 90.6 x 207 mm (3.57 x 8.15 in)
What the Reviewers Say
All 25 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- PetaPixel 7.5/10
Sigma has finally released a pro-level, $1,499, 70-200mm f/2.8 for mirrorless cameras and has proven that it can at least compete with the other lenses available, but the market is getting a little crowded and the competition is fierce.
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So yeah, image quality wise, this lens is incredibly impressive, especially when we're comparing it to the G Master II, which is obviously the reigning champion of 70-200 millimeter lenses on the Sony system.
- OpticalLimits 9/10
The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports can do 95% of the Sony GM II lens at almost half the price - if you can live without tele-converters (in E-mount).
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Sigma has once again demonstrated it knows what photographers want and need, with a lens that performs exceptionally well in the areas that really matter.
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Lenses in this class are among the most important and most used, and the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens is a great choice for those seeking robust durability and high-end performance at a reasonable price.
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The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN Sport lens nails the Sigma formula, namely to provide similar levels of features, build, and performance as the top first party lenses at a much lower price tag.
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This Sigma lens is great, a nice improvement over the older version for digital SLRs, and it definitely comes recommended, but there are just one or two little flies in the ointment to be aware of here.
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It's been a long time coming, but thankfully the new Sigma 70-200mm zoom for mirrorless has been well worth the wait - this is one of the best 70-200mm lenses that we've ever tested, and is especially appealing for L-mount camera owners.
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The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS Sports lens delivers picture quality and performance on par with first-party telezooms for a fraction of the price.
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[T]his is going to be a really compelling option.
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Whether you're professional or enthusiast, this lens deserves a spot in your camera bag.
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[T]he Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS | Sports lens is a super fast lens for autofocus, built to last a long time, and has a lot of intelligence designed into the form and function.
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[T]his Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports lens is exactly what I would expect for a professional lens.
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[N]o company's offering matches the value of this new Sigma, and fortified by the comparisons I've already made for alternatives [...] I'd say Sigma's 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS [...]
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I absolutely loved using this lens today. It is super lightweight for this type of lens.
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This is a great choice if you're shooting Sony E-mount.
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This is a very good lens, the optical stabilization inside of it is also really good. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a good 70-200mm; this may be the one to pick up, especially if you're a Leica user, Sigma user, or Panasonic user.
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[T]his Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports lens is legitimately amazing.
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It is finally here and it really delivers outstanding results on all fronts. I really like it and I highly recommend it, and this is it from me.
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The Sony it's a lot more expensive and I just like want to again emphasize on the fact that I do think the Sigma is a fantastic lens. It's razor sharp and just it handled everything that I threw at it like pretty damn good.
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But at the end of the day, I don't think that anyone buying this Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports lens is going to be disappointed.
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The image quality coming out of this lens is fantastic; the colors, everything just pops right out of the frame.
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Now, to sum up this lens, I think that I am incredibly pleased with its capabilities.
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The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS Sports lens is priced at $1,499 and serves as a versatile, high-end telephoto zoom for Sony and L-alliance cameras at a reasonable price.
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Better late than never, I guess, and overall a pretty darn good lens, I have to say.
