September, 2016 S | Sports SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Introducing the flagship lens of the Sports line 1. Outstanding functionality for challenging shoots. 2. Top-level optical performance. 3. Functions that satisfy the demands of professional photographers. 4. Customization and flexible adjustment for convenience or a specific purpose is possible. 5. SIGMA GLOBAL VISION product lines are setting new benchmarks for image quality Launch: TBD Accessories: Case, Hood (LH1388-01) and WR Protector.
This lens combines top-level optical performance with outstanding functionality for challenging shoots. Introducing the flagship lens of the Sports line Covering all the essence. Portable, durable and of a high-standard – A Masterpiece of hyper-telephoto lens. Photographers typically choose a prime lens when they require top image quality.
● Magnesium alloy barrel To help minimize the weight associated with a hyper telephoto lens, the lens barrel is made with a magnesium alloy. Both lightweight and tough, this alloy contributes to the outstanding maneuverability of SIGMA 500mm F4 DG HSM | Sports. ● Carbon fiber hood The lens hood is made of carbon fiber, which is both lightweight and strong. In fact, the entire lens is designed to be lightweight for outstanding performance in tough shooting conditions.
parts help enhance the quality and durability of the 90° click stops, which make it easy to switch between vertical and horizontal shooting positions. The click position may be canceled by turning off the “de-clicking” switch. The lens also comes equipped with a dedicated strap for the tripod socket, making it easy to carry equipment without undue stress on the camera mount.
Diffraction MTF Diffraction Geometrical Geometrical MTF MTF 500mm 1 500mm 1 0.9 0.9 0.8 0.8 0.7 0.7 CONTRAST CONTRAST MTF 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.1 0 0 0 5 10 15 0 20 5 Diffraction MTF Tele Converter 1.4 700mm 20 700mm 1 0.9 0.9 0.8 0.8 0.7 0.7 CONTRAST CONTRAST 15 Geometrical MTF 1 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.
Circular PL Filter RCP-11 is a drop-in polarized filter (sold separately). Circular PL Filter RCP-11 is a drop-in filter that can easily be rotated while the lens is in use. (A protector that is inserted in a slot at the rear of the lens comes with the lens as standard equipment.) 3. Functions that satisfy the demands of professional photographers.
In addition to AF/MF, MO (Manual Override) is incorporated as one of the options of the focus mode switch. By setting it to the MO position, it switches to manual focus by rotating the focus ring even during continuous AF. With AF position, standard full-time manual focus is available. Using the optional SIGMA USB DOCK, it is possible to adjust the MO position’s sensitivity to switch to manual focus. ● Quieter and Faster “Optimized AF” The HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) ensures high speed and quiet AF.
● SIGMA USB DOCK - Customizable to your needs Customization including firmware updates, focus adjustment, setting of full time manual operations as well as adjustment of the timing to switch to MF when rotating the focus ring is available with the optional SIGMA USB DOCK, by connecting it with the dedicated software “SIGMA Optimization Pro” on a computer. With this lens, custom mode that can be set depending on the photography situation is available by switching it on the lens.
[SIGMA GLOBAL VISION] SIGMA Global Vision” - SIGMA is working on its full renewal of the products, and the new lens lines share all the following elements. ● Evaluation with SIGMA’s own MTF measuring system “A1*” We used to measure lens performance with an MTF measuring system using conventional sensors. However, we’ve now developed our own proprietary MTF (modulation transfer function) measuring system (A1) using 46-megapixel Foveon direct image sensors.
[Other Features] ● Brass made bayonet mount ● Flare and ghosting reduction ● Incorporating Rounded Diaphragm [Specification] All figures calculated for SIGMA. Lens Construction: 16 elements in 11 groups Minimum aperture: F32 Filter size: ø46mm (Rear) Angle of view (35mm): 5° Minimum focusing distance: 350cm/137.8in. Dimensions (Diameter x Length): ø144.8mm x 380.3mm/5.7in. x 15in. Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (Rounded diaphragm) Maximum magnification ratio: 1:6.5 Weight: 3,310g/116.7oz.
