Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro vs Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro and Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Name | Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro | Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Manufacturer | Sigma | Canon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Release Year | 2011 | 2007 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 1600 USD | 299 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Macro |
Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Mount | Canon EFNikon F | Canon EF-S |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | No information |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 38 cm | 110 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
| Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 250 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Construction | 19 elements / 13 groups | 12 elements / 10 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Focal Length | 150 mm | 55-250 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
195 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
OS |
Yes
IS |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Length | 150 mm | 108 mm |
| Weight | 1150 gr | 390 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 150mm F2.8 DG OS HSM APO Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | LH780-05 | ET-60 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
