Sigma 185955
The constant f/4 aperture combined with two FLD and one SLD element delivers exceptional clarity and chromatic aberration correction, while the magnesium alloy body provides a dust- and splash-proof build at 3310g. Its optical stabilization offers a 4-stop advantage, and the Hyper Sonic Motor provides fast, accurate autofocus that excels in challenging low-light conditions. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need a durable, hand-holdable 500mm prime with full-frame coverage and reliable weather sealing for extended outdoor shoots.
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Super-telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 500 |
| Focal Length Max | 500 |
| Elements | 16 |
| Groups | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 |
| ED Elements | 3 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/32 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 3.2 kg / 7.0 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 46 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | HSM |
| Stabilization | Yes |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 3500 |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sigma 185955 | Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM | Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR | Sony FE SELP1635G | Panasonic LUMIX S S-S50 | Laowa Venus 58mm f/2.8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 500mm | 15-85mm | 180-600mm | 16-35mm | 50mm | 58mm |
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/3.5 | f/5.6 | f/22 | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF-S | Nikon Z | Sony E | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | true | true | true | false | false |
| Weather Sealed | true | false | true | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 3175 | 575 | 1950 | 353 | 300 | 595 |
| AF Type | HSM | USM | STM | XD Linear Motors | Linear AF Motor | - |
| Lens Type | super-telephoto | zoom | super-telephoto | zoom | prime | macro |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigma 185955 | 53.5 | 7.2 | 8.2 | 28.4 | 83.7 | 4.7 | 75.8 | 33.7 | 54.3 | 93.6 |
| Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Compare | 94.4 | 73.7 | 49.3 | 40 | 90.5 | 75.7 | 30.1 | 94.6 | 86.7 | 93.6 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR Compare | 87.1 | 54.1 | 13.7 | 30.8 | 99.7 | 51 | 81 | 84.2 | 90.6 | 98.6 |
| Sony FE SELP1635G Compare | 98.1 | 12.7 | 82.3 | 43.1 | 93 | 19.4 | 0 | 75.2 | 90.6 | 95.5 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-S50 Compare | 53.5 | 93.4 | 86.2 | 60.4 | 64.5 | 92 | 64 | 33.7 | 32.1 | 36.8 |
| Laowa Venus 58mm f/2.8 Compare | 53.5 | 92 | 48 | 92.8 | 62.1 | 82.4 | 0 | 33.7 | 51.5 | 36.8 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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