The New Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS | Sports Lens is a World's First

Sigma has announced what it says is the world’s first 200mm F2 telephoto prime lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras.

The Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS | Sports is a large-aperture, telephoto prime lens that is billed as being exclusively for mirrorless cameras and compatible with full-frame cameras.

Available in Sony E-mount and L-Mount, Sigma says that the lens is perfectly adapted for shooting portraits and indoor sports, that F2 maximum aperture facilitating faster shutter speeds for capturing fast action. It also promises what the company says is ‘remarkable’ bokeh.

Being part of Sigma’s Sports line, it features rugged build quality and weather resistance that lets users work in challenging environments without worrying about their equipment.  That encompasses a dust and splash-resistant structure, a water and oil-repellant coating on the front element, thermal insulation paint, and a newly-designed tripod socket for mounting to Arca-Swiss type tripods.

An optical design of 19 elements in 14 groups, including 2 FLD and 2 SLD glass elements, should result in excellent edge-to-edge resolution, even at maximum aperture. Sigma’s Nano Porous Coating and Super Multi-Layer Coating have been applied to further suppress flare and ghosting.

Autofocus is driven by Sigma’s HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor, allowing for fast subject acquisition and tracking. Plus, 6.5 stop built-in optical stabilization utilizing Sigma’s OS2 algorithm makes it possible to shoot handheld and maintain sharpness, even in fast-moving sports scenes.

There are various functions to support shooting, including AFL buttons in three different locations, a focus mode switch, a focus limiter switch, an OS switch (Mode 1/2), and a custom mode switch. Weight is 1820 g / 64.2 oz.

Pricing and Availability

The Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS | Sports lens will be available September 4 for a retail price of $3299.

Key Specs

(Below figures are for L-Mount.)

Lens construction: 19 elements in 14 groups (2 FLD, 2 SLD)
Angle of View: 12.3°
Number of Diaphragm Blades: 11 (Rounded Diaphragm)
Minimum Aperture: F22
Minimum Focusing Distance: 170cm / 67.0in.
Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:7.6
Filter Size: 105mm
Maximum Diameter x Length: 118.9mm x 201mm / 4.7in. x 7.9in.
Weight: 1820 g / 64.2 oz.