Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports vs Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS
The bottom line
Similar coverage, different speed: the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS opens to f/4 versus the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports's f/5 — more light and shallower background blur. It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.
Choose the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports if…
- ✓You need more reach — it goes to 600mm vs 200mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport.
- ✓You like close-focus work — 0.3x magnification vs 0.13x.
Choose the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS if…
- ✓You want more light and background blur — f/4 is faster than f/5, better for low light and subject separation.
- ✓You shoot wide — it starts at 70mm vs 150mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
- ✓You value portability — at 840g (1.85 lb) it's lighter than the 2100g (4.63 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
Where they differ
- ›Aperture: the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS opens to f/4 vs the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports's f/5 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
- ›Focal range: Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports is 150-600mm, Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS is 70-200mm — different framing and reach.
- ›Weight: the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS is 840g (1.85 lb) vs 2100g (4.63 lb) — you'll feel the difference handheld.
Frequently asked
Is the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports or the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS better?
Similar coverage, different speed: the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS opens to f/4 versus the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports's f/5 — more light and shallower background blur. It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.
Who should choose the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports?
Choose the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports if you need more reach — it goes to 600mm vs 200mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport. Choose it if you like close-focus work — 0.3x magnification vs 0.13x.
Who should choose the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS?
Choose the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS if you want more light and background blur — f/4 is faster than f/5, better for low light and subject separation. Choose it if you shoot wide — it starts at 70mm vs 150mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture. Choose it if you value portability — at 840g (1.85 lb) it's lighter than the 2100g (4.63 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
What is the main difference between the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports and the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS?
Aperture: the Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS opens to f/4 vs the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports's f/5 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 150-600mm | 70-200mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 25 | 21 |
| Optical Groups | 20 | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/5 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 16° – 4° | 34° – 12° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | HLA | DDSSM |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 280 cm | 110 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.3x | 0.13x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,499 | $1,499 |
| Filter Size | 105mm | 72mm |
| Diameter | 128mm | 80mm |
| Length | 264mm | 175mm |
| Weight | 2100g (4.63 lb) | 840g (1.85 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | Yes |
