SIGMA
SIGMA 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary Sony E camera lens Black
Versatile 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 zoom with 18.8× range, 6-stop stabilisation at wide and 4.5-stop at telephoto, plus fast HLA autofocus for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras
- TypeZoom Lens
- CompatibilityMirrorless Camera
- ColorBlack
- Versatile 18.8× zoom covers 16–300mm for landscapes to wildlife
- FLD and SLD elements with aspherical lenses reduce aberrations for sharp images
- HLA linear actuator delivers fast, smooth autofocus for moving subjects
- Optical stabilisation provides up to 6 stops at wide end for blur-free handheld shots
- 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates pleasing bokeh for portraits and close-ups
Versatile 16-300mm zoom for Sony E-mount
This Sigma Contemporary lens covers an 18.8x zoom range from wide-angle to super-telephoto, letting APS-C mirrorless photographers handle landscapes, portraits, wildlife and sports with a single optic. It focuses close enough for 1:2 magnification, adding detailed close-up capability to its broad focal-length span.
Optical stabilisation up to 6 stops
The built-in OS system delivers 6 stops of shake correction at the wide end and 4.5 stops at 300mm, helping keep handheld shots sharp in low light or at long reach. An HLA linear actuator drives autofocus quickly and quietly, suiting both fast-moving still subjects and smooth video tracking.
APS-C format only — not for full-frame sensors
This DC-series lens projects an image circle designed for APS-C Sony E-mount cameras; it will vignette heavily or require crop mode on full-frame bodies. Buyers needing a native full-frame zoom or a faster constant aperture should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Versatile 18.8× zoom covers 16–300mm for landscapes to wildlife
- FLD and SLD elements with aspherical lenses reduce aberrations for sharp images
- HLA linear actuator delivers fast, smooth autofocus for moving subjects
- Optical stabilisation provides up to 6 stops at wide end for blur-free handheld shots
- 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates pleasing bokeh for portraits and close-ups
Specifications
| Type | Zoom Lens |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Mirrorless Camera |
| Color | Black |
| Brand | SIGMA |
Questions about this item
How do I attach this 16-300mm lens to my Sony E-mount camera and what alignment step is often missed?
Align the white mounting index on the lens barrel with the matching dot on the camera's E-mount flange, then rotate clockwise until the lock pin clicks; the step people skip is confirming the click before letting go.
What part of this lens will need service or replacement after extended use?
The HLA focus motor and the optical stabilisation unit are the only moving mechanisms; if either develops play or noise it would require professional repair, while the 9-blade diaphragm and glass elements are sealed and maintenance-free.
Which limit appears first when I shoot handheld at the long end for an extended session?
At 300mm the optical stabilisation is rated for 4.5 stops, so shake-induced blur becomes the practical ceiling before any thermal or mechanical limit is reached.
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