Comparison of Nikon 600mm f/4E FL ED AF-S VR Nikkor and Sigma APO 500mm f/4.5 EX DG HSM [S]ave
| Attribute |  Nikon 600mm f/4E FL ED AF-S VR Nikkor × |  Sigma APO 500mm f/4.5 EX DG HSM × |
|---|---|---|
| Notes | Image Stabilization (up to 4 stops correction); Included Accessories: Lens Hood, Case, Tripod Collar | Available AF Mounts: [HSM version]: Sigma, Canon, Nikon; [w/o HSM]: Minolta, Pentax |
| Magnification Ratio (x) | 0.14 | 0.13 |
| Filter Size (mm) | 5 | 46 |
| Length (mm) | 432 | 350 |
| Closest Focus (m) | 4.4 | 4 |
| Diagonal Angle of View (degree) | 4.20 | 5.00 |
| Focus Details | Internal; Silent Wave Motor; A/M-M/A-M switch; Focus Limiter switch; Memory Recall switch | Internal; HSM with full-time manual override |
| Focal Length (mm) | 600.00 | 500.00 |
| APS Equivalent | 900mm | 1.5x: 750mm; 1.6x: 800mm |
| Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
| Image Circle | 35mm | 35mm |
| Name | Nikon 600mm f/4E FL ED AF-S VR Nikkor | Sigma APO 500mm f/4.5 EX DG HSM |
| Weight (g) | 3810 | 3150 |
| Type | Telephoto Prime | Telephoto Prime |
| Aperture (f) | 4.00 - 22.00 | 4.50 - 32.00 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Diaphragm Blades Type | rounded | - |
| Lens Construction | 16 elements in 12 groups, including 4 ED and 2 FL elements; Nano Crystal Coat, Super Integrated Coating, Fluorine Coating | 12 elements in 9 groups, including 2 ELD elements |
| Zoom System | n/a | - |
| Diameter (mm) | 166 | 123 |
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