Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports
The Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens is widely praised for its incredible 10x zoom range, sharpness, and fast autofocus, making it a versatile choice for wildlife, sports, and portrait photography. Users highlight its excellent image stabilization and macro capabilities, though many note the significant weight and bulk as a drawback, often requiring a monopod or tripod for extended use. Verified reviews confirm compatibility with adapters for Nikon Z cameras, and the lens works well with in-body stabilization on Sony and Lumix bodies. Overall, it delivers professional-grade performance at a relatively affordable price, but the weight and variable aperture are common concerns.
Pros
- Incredible 10x zoom range (60-600mm)
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent image stabilization
- Sharp image quality edge to edge
- Versatile for wildlife, sports, and portraits
Cons
- Heavy and bulky (5.5 lbs)
- Requires tripod or monopod for extended use
- Variable aperture (f/4.5-6.3) limits low-light performance
- Not parfocal, less ideal for video
- No native Nikon Z mount available
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
The Tamron 28-300mm super-zoom wins praise for its lightweight design, versatile focal range, and solid image quality. Users appreciate the compact build and smooth zoom mechanism, but note the slow aperture and trade-offs in sharpness compared to more expensive zooms. Verified reviewers find it an ideal travel lens that pairs well with Sony bodies.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Versatile 28-300mm focal range
- Smooth zoom ring operation
- Compact build for travel
- Good integration with Sony bodies
Cons
- Small maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Reduced sharpness vs. premium zooms
- Not an internal zoom lens
- Slow autofocus at high fps on some bodies
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 60 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 27 | 20 |
| Groups | 19 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | water and oil repellent coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-6.3 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 2.50 kg | 0.59 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 105 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA Linear Focusing Motor | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 7 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.4 | 1:2.8 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (78th percentile)
- Below average build (9th percentile)9th %ile
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD offers 4.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
