Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro vs Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro and Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro.
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Product |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Name | Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro | Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Manufacturer | Sigma | Tamron |
SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Release Year | 2012 | 2008 |
Release Date | ||
MSRP | 2400 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Lens Type |
Telephoto Macro |
Telephoto Macro |
Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Mount | Canon EFNikon F | Canon EFNikon F |
Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
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 | 47 cm | 95 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 1 | |
Macro 1:1 | Yes | No |
Aperture |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Maximum Aperture | F2,8 | F2,8 |
Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Construction | 19 elements / 14 groups | 18 elements / 13 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Focal Length | 180 mm | 70-200 mm |
Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
130 mm |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization |
Yes
OS |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Weather Sealing | No | No |
Diameter | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Length | 204 mm | 194 mm |
Weight | 1640 gr | 1150 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 180mm F2.8 HSM OS DG Macro |
Tamron 70-200/2.8 LD IF Di Macro |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | LH927-01 (+ adapter HA927-01) | HA001 |
Tripod Collar | Included | Included |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
Other | Model A001 |