Loaded with almost every piece of technology in Sigma's Global Vision arsenal, the 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Lens takes its spot as the flagship in the speedy Sports line. Available here with a Sigma SA mount, this super telephoto lens lets you capture distant subjects, and with a speedy Hyper Sonic AF motor users will be able to easily track fast action. A relatively fast maximum aperture of f/4 furthers your imaging potential with excellent illumination for a lens of this class. One SLD and two FLD elements help ensure outstanding optical performance by minimizing aberrations and distortion while a Super Multi-Layer coating combats flare and ghosting. Also, this lens is equipped with an Optical Stabilizer system that compensates for up to 4 stops of shutter speed.

This large lens is designed to be used in some of the most trying conditions and is made from a durable and lightweight magnesium alloy. It is protected from dust and water and uses a brass bayonet mount. Filter users will appreciate a 46mm drop-in filter system while a rotating tripod collar is available for using the lens on a tripod or monopod. Additionally, the 500mm lens is fully compatible with Sigma's Global Vision teleconverter for getting an extended reach.

SA-Mount/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/4 to 32    One SLD and Two FLD Elements    Super Multi-Layer Coating    Hyper Sonic AF Motor, Manual Override    Optical Stabilizer; Drop-In Filter Slot    Magensium-Alloy Barrel & Brass Mount    Dust- and Splash-Proof Construction    Rotatable Tripod Collar with Click Stops    Compatible with Sigma Teleconverters

As part of the Sports line within Sigma's Global Vision series, this lens' is designed to offer excellent optical performance, speed, and other customizable features that make it an ideal choice for wildlife, sports, action, and other fast-moving subjects.

This super telephoto 500mm f/4 prime lens is designed for full-frame format Sigma SA-mount cameras, and can also be used with APS-C models where it will provide a 750mm equivalent focal length.

A relatively fast f/4 maximum aperture provides excellent illumination for a lens of this focal length.

One SLD and two FLD elements have been incorporated within the lens design to correct for chromatic aberrations throughout the entire focusing range and help to ensure high image sharpness, clarity, and contrast regardless of focus point or aperture setting. This optical design also helps to control distortion and limit vignetting.

A Super Multi-Layer Coating has been applied to lens elements in order to minimize lens flare and ghosting and contribute to producing contrast-rich and color-neutral imagery, even in backlit conditions.

The integrated HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) realizes quick and quiet autofocusing, which is further complemented by an optimized AF algorithm to produce smoother focusing performance. A dedicated switch on the barrel of the lens provides multiple AF modes, including a focus recall setting and AF off. The HSM also permits full-time manual focus control simply by rotating the focus ring at any time. Two manual focus modes are available, the standard AF/MF option and an MO setting that switches the lens into manual even during continuous AF.

Optical Stabilizer system can compensate for approximately 4 stops of shutter speed for sharper images. Two modes are available, one for general use and one for panning, which uses Intelligent OS for more effective panning in any direction.

Compatible with Sigma Global Vision Teleconverters, this lens can be extended into a 700mm f/5.6 lens with the 1.4x teleconverter or a 1000mm f/8 lens with the 2x teleconverter.

A rounded nine-blade diaphragm helps to produce an attractive out-of-focus quality.

Drop-in filter system works with 46mm filters. An optional RCP-11 Circular Polarizer filter is designed specifically for the lens and can be rotated while it is inserted.

The lens barrel is constructed using a magnesium alloy that is lightweight and durable, which allows this lens to perform in a wide range of situations.

The bayonet mount is constructed from brass for ensured accuracy and durability.

The lens hood is made of carbon fiber, a lightweight but strong material that will perform in tough conditions.

A rotating tripod foot helps keep this lens secure during shoots and features antistatic nickel plating to improve durability. It features click stops every 90° and can be turned off with a de-clicking switch for smooth movement. The lens also comes with a dedicated strap for the tripod foot which limits strain on the camera mount.

Dust- and splash-proof construction with rubber sealing to protect the mount and a water- and oil-repellent coating on the front and rear elements.

This lens is compatible with the optional Sigma USB Dock for fine-tuning different lens characteristics and updating its firmware.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this lens compatible with canon eos r5?

A: You would need to have something along the lines of the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R (https://bhpho.to/2wL8wZY) to adapt EF lenses to an RF body.

Q: 2. Does this lens work well with a Canon R5 on a Canon EF to RF adapter?

A: Yes, but a lens adapter will be needed. Please look into the following adapter to be able to mount lens to camera body. https://bhpho.to/3jR8o3M

Q: 3. Will this lens autofocus with a sigma 1.4 teleconverter when adapted to a Sony A7R3?

A: The answer depends on the EF to E mount adapter. One answer is no, you cannot use the 500mm f/4 and the Sigma 1.4 teleconverter and mounting to the camera with the Sigma MC-11 EF to E-mount adapter since that device does not work with any teleconverter. The second answer is not known for there are no reports of using the Sigma 500mm f/4 with the Sigma 1.4 teleconverter using a Metabones EF to E mount adapter on a Sony a7 R III at this time.

Q: 4. what is the focus recall AF? I see you can turn it off and on. I have tried to do some research but can't find an explanations to what it does.

A: Basically it is an AF memory setting, it allows you to set presets that may be used frequently to quickly access a particular focus distance that you used previously in your shooting session.

Q: 5. Is this compatible with the Canon series three extenders or teleconverters ?

A: The Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens for Canon EF will not be compatible with any of the Canon extenders. The Canon extenders are only compatible with a select number of Canons pro-level telephoto lenses. They are not compatible with lenses made by other manufacturers.

Q: 6. Does this lens work with a Sony a7riv and Mc-11 adapter? If so, does anybody have experience or knowledge of how well it works? Any loss in image quality, tracking or speed?

A: Yes, it works well with the A7R4 with no loss of image quality and the focus is very good.

Q: 7. Will this auto focus well on a Canon R6?

A: If you purchase either the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R, B&H # CAMAEFRF, or the Vello Auto Lens Adapter for Canon EF/EF-S Lens to Canon RF-Mount Camera, B&H # VELAECRCEF, then yes, you will be able to retain autofocus capabilities when using the Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens for Canon EF on the Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Digital Camera.

Q: 8. Does this lens focus as fast as the Nikon 500mm?

A: I used this lens for few days before I returned it to BH. The lens AF is slower than Nikon's equivalent. It is also very inconsistent from shot to shot. I used to own the 600 f/4G and currently have the 800mm FL VR. AF accuracy and consistency from both of these lenses is better than the Sigma 500 OS. The Sigma does not respond to the different settings of the AF delay custom function.

Q: 9. Will this work on the Z6/7 via the FTZ adapter? If so, how are it’s AF and other electronic features when compared to the Nikkor 500/4 FL?

A: According to Sigma, this lens is fully operable when using it with the Nikon Z system cameras and the FTZ adapter.

Q: 10. Are there any narrowband filters available in the drop-in 46mm style for this lens, I am having a tough time finding.

A: Narrow band filters are also called light pollution filters or natural night filters. This NiSi 46mm Natural Night Filter is compatible with the Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports Lens for Nikon F.