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SIGMA 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary L-Mount camera lens
An 18.8× APS-C zoom covering 16-300mm with 6.7-stop stabilisation at the wide end and 4.5-stop at the telephoto end for handheld versatility
- Part887969
- Type16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary
- Diameter2.9 inches
- CompatibilityLeica L
- Focus TypeAuto Focus
- Focal Length16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary
- Versatile 18.8x zoom covers 16-300mm for landscapes to wildlife
- Optical Stabilization delivers 6 stops wide and 4.5 stops telephoto
- HLA motor provides fast, accurate autofocus for moving subjects
- 20 elements in 14 groups with FLD, SLD and aspherical lenses
- Maximum 1:2 magnification enables detailed close-up photography
All-in-one zoom for L-mount APS-C
The Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary covers an 18.8x zoom range from wide-angle to super-telephoto in a single lens. Its 20 elements in 14 groups include FLD, SLD and aspherical glass to suppress aberrations across the frame. Built-in Optical Stabilisation delivers up to 6 stops of correction at the wide end and 4.5 stops at the telephoto end. The HLA linear actuator provides fast, quiet autofocus for stills and video.
Versatile travel lens, not a fast prime alternative
Photographers who want one lens for landscapes, portraits, wildlife and sports without changing glass will benefit from the broad focal span and close-up capability of 1:2 magnification. Buyers who need a constant wide aperture for shallow depth of field or low-light subject separation should look at something else. The variable f/3.5-6.7 design prioritises reach and portability over maximum light gathering.
18.8x zoom ratio decides fit
The defining specification is the 18.8x zoom ratio, the widest range available for an APS-C mirrorless mount. If your workflow demands a single optic that stretches from 16mm to 300mm on Leica L, this lens meets that need; if you require a faster maximum aperture or a smaller footprint, it does not.
Highlights
- Versatile 18.8x zoom covers 16-300mm for landscapes to wildlife
- Optical Stabilization delivers 6 stops wide and 4.5 stops telephoto
- HLA motor provides fast, accurate autofocus for moving subjects
- 20 elements in 14 groups with FLD, SLD and aspherical lenses
- Maximum 1:2 magnification enables detailed close-up photography
Specifications
| Brand | SIGMA |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 887969 |
| Part | 887969 |
| Type | 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary |
| Diameter | 2.9 inches |
| Compatibility | Leica L |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Focal Length | 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary |
| Aperture | 6.7 f_stop |
| Camera Mount | leica_l |
| Autofocus | Auto Focus |
| Dimensions | 10.0 in x 8.4 in x 6.8 in |
| Weight | 2.62 lb |
Questions about this item
How do I mount the 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 on an L-Mount body, and what alignment step do people miss?
Align the white mounting index on the lens barrel with the matching mark on the camera's Leica L mount, then rotate clockwise until the lock clicks; the step often missed is removing the rear protective cap before alignment so the index sits flush.
What maintenance will the Optical Stabilization and HLA motor need over time?
No routine internal service is required for the OS unit or HLA motor; keep the 2.9-inch front filter thread clean, protect the rear mount contacts with the supplied cap when the lens is off the body, and have a technician check the stabilisation if you notice drift after heavy use.
At what point does the variable aperture limit low-light handheld shooting at the long end?
At 300 mm the maximum aperture is f/6.7, so the OS system provides 4.5 stops of correction there versus 6 stops at 16 mm; beyond that shutter speeds drop quickly, making a tripod or higher ISO the practical limit for blur-free frames.
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