New Sigma 150-600mm Sports has "Unexpectedly" High Demand in pre-order status.
Oct 18, 2014 12:18:40 #
Sigma has officially released a statement that due to the unexpectedly high demand that the new 150-600mm Sports lens will not be available as a stock item for awhile. Pre-orders has been VERY high and since its a brand new lens design production will be limited. Pre-orders placed with companies that typically sell a lot of items (i.e. B&H and Adorama) will have very long wait times as they always end up with the most pre-orders.
Initial images released from this lens are amazing, and with the Sigma USB Dock adjustment capability there will be a lot of people wanting this lens. The "Contemporary" version will also offer USB Dock capability and at a much more affordable price ($1099) but will not have many of the Pro features of the "Sports" version.
I suggest pre-ordering from smaller dealers to get quicker deliveries.
Initial images released from this lens are amazing, and with the Sigma USB Dock adjustment capability there will be a lot of people wanting this lens. The "Contemporary" version will also offer USB Dock capability and at a much more affordable price ($1099) but will not have many of the Pro features of the "Sports" version.
I suggest pre-ordering from smaller dealers to get quicker deliveries.
Oct 19, 2014 00:37:50 #
MT Shooter wrote:
Sigma has officially released a statement that due... (show quote)
Thanks for the advice MT. :-D
Oct 19, 2014 00:58:07 #
MT Shooter wrote:
Sigma has officially released a statement that due... (show quote)
Do you have any idea as to the time line as to your delivery of the "Contemporary" ??
Thanks Don
Oct 19, 2014 01:03:07 #
Don L G wrote:
Do you have any idea as to the time line as to your delivery of the "Contemporary" ??
Thanks Don
Thanks Don
Word right now is January or February for the Contemporary release.
Oct 19, 2014 01:08:05 #
MT Shooter wrote:
Word right now is January or February for the Contemporary release.
Give me the head up when you know !!
Thanks Don
Oct 19, 2014 05:31:45 #
Leitz
Loc: Solms
MT Shooter wrote:
Sigma has officially released a statement that due... (show quote)
Do you know whether or not the focus changes while zooming with the Sport? If it does not, it would be a most useful lens to me.
Oct 19, 2014 07:03:36 #
From press release
Both versions of the 150-600mm F/5-6.3 DG OS HSM feature dust and splash-proof features, as well as new water and oil-repellent coating on the front and rear lenses. They boast an updated Optical Stabilizer (OS) that features an accelerometer for improved vertical and horizontal panning, essential for bird, wildlife and motor sports photography. Two new switches were added for ease-of-use, including a new zoom lock switch capable of locking at any focal distance and a Manual Override (MO) switch for improved control of focusing performance. An enhanced auto focus (AF) algorithm and Hyper Sonic Motor ensure quiet and fast AF. The lenses are compatible with Sigmas newly announced lineup of Global Vision teleconverters, which are effective up to F/8.
Read more: http://photographylife.com/two-sigma-150-600mm-f5-6-3-lenses-announced#ixzz3GaUsnqeJ
Both versions of the 150-600mm F/5-6.3 DG OS HSM feature dust and splash-proof features, as well as new water and oil-repellent coating on the front and rear lenses. They boast an updated Optical Stabilizer (OS) that features an accelerometer for improved vertical and horizontal panning, essential for bird, wildlife and motor sports photography. Two new switches were added for ease-of-use, including a new zoom lock switch capable of locking at any focal distance and a Manual Override (MO) switch for improved control of focusing performance. An enhanced auto focus (AF) algorithm and Hyper Sonic Motor ensure quiet and fast AF. The lenses are compatible with Sigmas newly announced lineup of Global Vision teleconverters, which are effective up to F/8.
Read more: http://photographylife.com/two-sigma-150-600mm-f5-6-3-lenses-announced#ixzz3GaUsnqeJ
Oct 19, 2014 07:26:44 #
With the amazing success of the Tamron 150-600, how could a high demand for the Sigma lens be unexpected?
Oct 19, 2014 07:30:20 #
From what I have read, the Sigma weighs over 6 pounds not a fun time to hand hold!
Oct 19, 2014 09:56:01 #
MarkintheHV wrote:
From what I have read, the Sigma weighs over 6 pounds not a fun time to hand hold!
Hand hold a 6lb, 600mm lens? I know I couldn't do it.
I have the Tamron (which is about half the weight) and hand holding it is challenge.
Oct 19, 2014 09:56:37 #
peterg
Loc: Santa Rosa, CA
MT Shooter wrote:
Agree. Also, I think that many photographers pre-order from more than one dealer. After it's shipped, they cancel the remaining pre-orders. Bottom line: It doesn't help to know where you are on the pre-order list with big companies. Your true pre-order ranking may be more reliable with smaller dealers. Pre-orders placed with companies that typically sell a lot of items (i.e. B&H and Adorama) will have very long wait times as they always end up with the most pre-orders.
I suggest pre-ordering from smaller dealers to get quicker deliveries.
I suggest pre-ordering from smaller dealers to get quicker deliveries.
Oct 19, 2014 10:41:06 #
YoungEsqr
Loc: Minnesota
Psergel wrote:
With the amazing success of the Tamron 150-600, how could a high demand for the Sigma lens be unexpected?
I have the D7000 and the Tamron 150-600 is on my bucket list.
Oct 19, 2014 10:57:04 #
Does the Tamron 150-600 have a built-in motor, thus making it compatible with a Nikon D5200?
Oct 19, 2014 11:03:41 #
MT Shooter wrote:
Sigma has officially released a statement that due... (show quote)
Here is the Sigma press release on the issue:
http://sigma-rumors.com/2014/10/150-600mm-sports-lens-sigma-warns-about-short-supply/
As to hand-holding a 6 pound lens, I guess it all depends on the abilities of the individual photographer. I have the Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 Sports lens and its exactly the same weight as the upcoming 150-600mm Sports lens, and I hand hold it for almost all my shooting. At night football games I do like to use it on a monopod with a tilt head though. Hand held shooting for 3 hours does get tiring.
Oct 19, 2014 11:04:02 #
wthomson wrote:
Does the Tamron 150-600 have a built-in motor, thus making it compatible with a Nikon D5200?
Yes it is compatible with Nikon models that don't have a internal focus motor
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