Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
What Buyers Say
Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Sigma 150-500mm lens, praising its excellent image quality, sharpness, and value for money compared to expensive Nikon alternatives. Many note it is heavy and requires good technique, especially at 500mm, but the optical stabilization works well. A few mention autofocus issues over time or in low light, and the f/6.3 aperture limits indoor use, but overall it is highly recommended for wildlife and outdoor sports photography.
Pros
- Excellent image quality and sharpness
- Great value for money
- Effective optical stabilization
- Solid build quality
- Good autofocus speed
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Soft at 500mm end
- f/6.3 aperture limits low-light use
- Autofocus issues in low light
- Autofocus may fail over time
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens is widely praised for its excellent sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a fantastic value for amateur photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. Many users highlight the impressive image quality at the long end and the effective image stabilization, though some note softness beyond 200mm and noticeable vignetting at full zoom. A few reviewers experienced quality control issues like blurry images or a non-functional focus ring, but the overwhelming consensus is that this lens delivers outstanding performance for its price point.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness for the price
- Fast and silent STM autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Effective image stabilization
- Great value for money
Cons
- Softness beyond 200mm
- Noticeable vignetting at full zoom
- Plastic build quality
- Electronic manual focus requires camera power
- Slow maximum aperture (f/5.6 at 250mm)
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm | Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 500 mm | 250 mm |
| Elements | 21 | 15 |
| Groups | 15 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 0★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | super multi-layer lens coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 5-6.3 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF-S |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 1.91 kg | 0.38 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | — | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | — | 850 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.29x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong bokeh (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average build (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average macro (12th percentile)12th %ile
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average macro (31st percentile)
Pricing
Sigma APO DG OS HSM 737306 150-500mm
No current pricing available
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
