Wait for new Sigma150-600 or get 150-500mm? (Page 2): Thanks, all. I think the general consensus is wait for the C version to come out and then compare all the lenses available. I...

rjallen Loc: Wales

Thanks, all. I think the general consensus is wait for the C version to come out and then compare all the lenses available. I appreciate all your advice/opinions.
Richard.

speters Loc: Grangeville/Idaho

rjallen wrote:

My dilemma is to either wait for the new Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary or purchase the existing 150-500mm. Will the new lens be worth the wait over current deals (currently retailing for 630 GBP) Also of course the Tamron 150-600mm is an option but 950 GBP.
I will be pairing with Canon 5D MK3, and using the lens for predominately sports/action for local Rugby club.

Sounding like you're having trouble with the price of the Tamron, most likely the new Sigma will cost substantially more than it!

redhogbill Loc: antelope, calif

speters wrote:

Sounding like you're having trouble with the price of the Tamron, most likely the new Sigma will cost substantially more than it!

the sigma "S" is supposed to be $1990.oo the "C" hear tell will be $999.00, just what I read!!!

tamalero Loc: Mexico

rjallen wrote:

My dilemma is to either wait for the new Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary or purchase the existing 150-500mm. Will the new lens be worth the wait over current deals (currently retailing for 630 GBP) Also of course the Tamron 150-600mm is an option but 950 GBP.
I will be pairing with Canon 5D MK3, and using the lens for predominately sports/action for local Rugby club.

I'm confused, isn't the Sigma 150-600 Contemporary supposed to be of the same price as the Tamron 150-600?
The sports one being almost double the price.

redhogbill Loc: antelope, calif

tamalero wrote:

I'm confused, isn't the Sigma 150-600 Contemporary supposed to be of the same price as the Tamron 150-600?
The sports one being almost double the price.

the tamron is $1069.oo

tamalero Loc: Mexico

redhogbill wrote:

the tamron is $1069.oo

Yeah, but I'm talking the supposed price of the rumored CONTEMPORARY (not the Sigma sports which is 1999 USD)

redhogbill Loc: antelope, calif

tamalero wrote:

Yeah, but I'm talking the supposed price of the rumored CONTEMPORARY (not the Sigma sports which is 1999 USD)

I already posted the suggested price!! $999.oo

:D

lowkick Loc: Connecticut

rjallen wrote:

Thanks, all. I think the general consensus is wait for the C version to come out and then compare all the lenses available. I appreciate all your advice/opinions.
Richard.

Here's a different thought for you. Instead of buying the new lens, why not buy the new Canon 7D MII body? Here's my reasoning. It is a crop sensor camera, so your lenses will work, in effect, at 1.6 times their focal length. So, with a 70-200 mm Canon zoom on a 1.4 extender, your range will become 150-450mm. But, here's the big benefit - the 7D MII can shoot at 10 FPS and it's sensor is extremely good in low light. I've heard Scott Kelby compare it to a Canon 1DX in sensor quality. On top of that, the frame is metal and it is weatherproofed like your 5D MIII. The Canon 7D MII is supposed to sell for $1,799 (US), about $200 less than the Sigma 150-600S. Imagine the shots you'll get at 10 FPS!

rjallen Loc: Wales

lowkick wrote:

Here's a different thought for you. Instead of buy... (show quote)

Thanks...... Not sure I can justify another body, but food for thought...

JohnK

The weight of the Sigma might be a concern....

rjallen Loc: Wales

JohnK wrote:

The weight of the Sigma might be a concern....

I have seen the weight, it certainly is a monster especially to hand hold. As mentioned earlier I am going to see how the C Sigma compares to the Tamron, and make a decision from there.

rjallen Loc: Wales

Quick update....Bought the Tamron 150-600mm absolutely delighted with this lens, great zoom, very good IQ (with practice) Easily hand holdable. I did consider both Sigma variants, but ultimately price and weigh won over Sigma Sports, and couldn't guarantee delivery of Contemporary.

redhogbill Loc: antelope, calif

rjallen wrote:

Quick update....Bought the Tamron 150-600mm absolutely delighted with this lens, great zoom, very good IQ (with practice) Easily hand holdable. I did consider both Sigma variants, but ultimately price and weigh won over Sigma Sports, and couldn't guarantee delivery of Contemporary.

nice lens..congrats!! i have one!!! although i do not use it as much as i thought i would!!

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

rjallen wrote:

My dilemma is to either wait for the new Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary or purchase the existing 150-500mm. Will the new lens be worth the wait over current deals (currently retailing for 630 GBP) Also of course the Tamron 150-600mm is an option but 950 GBP.
I will be pairing with Canon 5D MK3, and using the lens for predominately sports/action for local Rugby club.

Wait - the 150-600 might be better.

Don Fischer Loc: Antelope, Ore

Bought it, good for you! I have not seen even one photo from the Sigma 150-600 but I've seen a whole bunch from the Tamron 150-600. Great photo's coming from the Tamron. I look at them and find myself thinking, what could Sigma put out that would be that much better than what Tamron already has? I have an older Sigma 170-500. Don't believe I'd get rid of it just to get a 150-600 of any brand.