Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
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 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 60 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 27 | 17 |
| Groups | 19 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | water and oil repellent coating | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 2.50 kg | 0.54 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 | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:2.4 | 1:2.7 |
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 (79th percentile)
- Below average build (9th percentile)9th %ile
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
