Sigma CA70-300OS 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS Lens - Canon

The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG OS. This telephotozoom Lens incorporates Sigma's original OS (Optical Stabilizer) function and is housed in a compact construction. The OS function offers the use of shutter speeds approximately 4 stops lower than would otherwise be possible. It makes telephoto shooting easy for many types of photography such as sport and nature. As compensation for camera shake is visible in the viewfinder, the photographer can easily check for accurate Focus and ensure there is no subject movement. The SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass element provides excellent correction for all type of aberrations. The Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting and provides high contrast images throughout the focal range. The lens has an overall length of 126.5mm (5.0"), maximum diameter of 76.5mm (3.0") and Weight of just 610g. Its compact construction makes it convenient for travel and hand held telephoto photography. This lens' rounded 9-blade diaphragm creates an attractive blur to the out of focus areas of the photograph. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 150cm (59.1") throughout the entire zoom range and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:3.9, making it ideal for close-up photography. Lens Hood (LH 680-02) supplied.

Lens Construction: 16 Elements in 11 Groups

Angle of View: 34.3 degrees - 8.2 degrees

Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9 Blades (rounded diaphragm)

Minimum Aperture: F22

Minimum Focusing Distance: 150cm / 59.1 in

Maximum Magnification: 1:3.9

Filter Size: Diameter 62mm

Lens Hood: Bayonet type

Dimensions: Diameter 76.5mm x Length 126.5mm; 3.0 in. x 5.0 in.

Weight: 610g / 21.5 oz.