Lens Specifications
Lens Name: 120-400mm F4.5-5.6 DG APO OS HSM
Description: Designed for use with full frame digital SLR cameras. May also be used with smaller APS-c size sensors with a corresponding effective increase in focal length to about 180 to 600mm with most cameras
Offers Sigma’s OS System (Optical Stabilization) allowing handheld photography even in low-light situations
HSM (Hyper-Sonic Motor) ensures a quiet & high-speed auto focus
Minimum focusing distance of 59 inches with a maximum magnification of 1 to 4.2
Compact weighing only 3.6 pounds & a mere 8 inches in length
A lens hood, tripod socket TS-31, front & rear lens caps and carrying case are included with the lens
Focus Type: Auto/Manual
Works with this type of camera: APC, Full Frame and Film
Focal Length: 120-400mm
Elements: 21 Elements in 15 Groups
f-Stop Range: f4.5-6.- f22
Minimum Focus: 59.1 inches
Macro: No
Zoom Type: Twist
Length of lens retracted: 8 inches
Length of lens zoomed out: N/A
Image Stabilized: Yes
Aperture ring on the lens: Yes
Filter Size: 77mm
Lens Hood: Yes
Weight in ounces: 61.7 oz
Other Note: Motor for Nikon
The Sigma Advantage
The interest and appetite for interchangeable lenses is very diverse in terms of users' preferences and tastes. Sigma is committed to meeting the high reliability and quality standards required of optical equipment, as well as bringing lots of added value to the photographer and this is evident in Sigma's offering of unique product features, huge selection and highly affordable pricing. So when you purchase a Sigma lens, you're sure you're getting the absolute most for your money.
Technology and Innovation
Sigma was founded, nearly 50 years ago, on the creative thinking and the pursuit of innovation, design and development of a rear lens converter, which, at the time was thought not possible. That perseverance, commitment to new photographic developments and high standards of quality is what drives Sigma, still, today. The chairman and founder, who remains at Sigma's helm even today, continues to drive Sigma toward designing and discovering new optical technology that meets the needs of today's ever changing photo world and the demands of the photographers themselves.
Sigma Lens Quality
Sigma lenses provide the highest optical quality coupled with the newest technological innovations. Quality is never compromised and always the focus. Every phase of research, design, processing and production is done, on site, in the Sigma Tokyo factories. This allows the highest degree of quality control ensures a high, consistent level of quality as we process all of our own high-performance Special Low Dispersion glass (SLD), metal and resins, surface treatments and other elements.
Selection and Affordability
As the largest independent lens manufacture, Sigma offers over 50 lenses. You'd be hard pressed not to find multiple lenses to suit your needs, skill level, type of photography and most importantly, your vision. And don't forget, Sigma lenses are considerably more affordable than other manufacturers, which sweetens the deal!
The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the new APO 120-400mm F4.5-5.6 DG OS HSM. Telephoto zoom lens incorporates Sigma original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function.
