Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 DG OS HSM Sports Lens

Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports Lens

The Flagship Mid-Telephoto Zoom for DSLR Professionals

The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports is the ultimate professional telephoto zoom lens for full-frame DSLRs. With its constant f/2.8 aperture, advanced optical stabilisation, and robust weather-sealed construction, it has become a kitbag essential for photographers shooting weddings, sports, wildlife, portraits, news and commercial work.

This lens delivers exceptional sharpness, accurate colour reproduction, and smooth bokeh throughout the zoom range, making it a versatile and reliable choice for demanding professionals.

Key Features

• Full-frame telephoto zoom with constant f/2.8 aperture

• Optical Stabiliser (OS) with 4-stop compensation and panning mode

• Advanced optical design: 24 elements in 22 groups (9 FLD + 1 SLD)

• Fast, accurate and quiet AF powered by Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM)

• Internal zoom and focus design – lens length does not change

• Customisable switches & buttons including AF/MF, Focus Limiter, OS modes, and two custom buttons

• Tripod collar with Arca-Swiss foot for balance and flexibility

• Rugged Sports-line construction: magnesium alloy barrel, dust- and splash-resistant sealing

• 82mm filter thread

• Made in Aizu, Japan – precision craftsmanship

Professional Build Quality

Built as part of Sigma’s Sports line, this lens is engineered for heavy professional use. The magnesium alloy body balances strength with portability, while seals at key points ensure dust and splash resistance in tough shooting conditions.

The lens hood is robust and features a rubber grip for easy fitting, while the zoom lock switch prevents unwanted movement during transport. The brass bayonet mount is fitted with a weather-sealed rubber ring for extra protection.

Versatile Performance

• Portraits: At 70mm, the lens produces flattering compression and creamy bokeh, perfect for head-and-shoulders shots.

• Sports & Wildlife: Fast AF, OS stabilisation and telephoto reach make it ideal for tracking fast-moving subjects.

• Events & Weddings: The constant f/2.8 aperture ensures reliable low-light performance and subject isolation.

Optical Excellence

The optical formula includes 9 FLD and 1 SLD elements, more low-dispersion glass than any Sigma lens at its release. This ensures razor-sharp results across the frame, while eliminating chromatic aberration, distortion, and flare.

Super Multi-Layer Coatings suppress ghosting and flare in backlit conditions, delivering high-contrast images with rich colour saturation and deep blacks.

Professional Controls

• Optical Stabiliser (OS): 4-stop stabilisation with standard and panning modes.

• Focus Limiter: Speeds up AF when shooting within a specific distance range.

• Custom Mode Switch: Tailor AF and OS behaviour using Sigma’s USB Dock.

• AF/MF with Manual Override: Make fine focus adjustments without leaving AF mode.

• Two customisable buttons for quick access to key functions.

Compatible with Teleconverters

Pair the 70-200mm with Sigma’s teleconverters for extended reach:

• TC-1401 1.4x Teleconverter: 98–280mm f/4

• TC-2001 2x Teleconverter: 140–400mm f/5.6

Both support autofocus on cameras with f/8 AF compatibility.

Specifications

• Lens Construction: 24 elements in 22 groups

• Angle of View: 34.3° – 12.3°

• Diaphragm Blades: 9 (rounded)

• Minimum Aperture: f/22

• Minimum Focus Distance: 120cm

• Maximum Magnification: 1:4.8

• Filter Thread: 82mm

• Dimensions: ø94.2mm × 202.9mm

• Weight: 1,805g

• Mounts: Canon EF, Nikon F, Sigma SA

Why Choose the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports?

As the definitive mid-telephoto zoom for DSLR shooters, this lens delivers the performance, durability, and flexibility demanded by professionals. Whether photographing fast-paced action, intimate portraits, or low-light events, it’s a reliable workhorse that consistently delivers world-class results.