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Sigma · Full frame · Prime · Third-party

Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports

FOCAL 500mmAPERTURE f/5.6WEIGHT 1370gFILTER 95mm
Wildlife & animalsStabilisedWeather sealed
New ≈£3,299
Used at MPB*£1,899–2,079
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Overview

The Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports is a full frame 500mm f/5.6 prime lens made in 2 mounts. It weighs about 1370g and takes 95mm filters, with built-in stabilisation, and it's weather sealed.

It's a strong choice for wildlife & animals. As much reach as you can carry: 400–600mm equivalent or more.

In our database it fits 41 camera bodies natively. Approximate new price is £3,299; used at MPB it sells for £1,899–2,079 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

BrandSigma
MountsSony E / FE (Third-party), L-Mount (L-Mount Alliance)
CoverageFull frame
Focal length500mm
Equivalent on Full frame500mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)750mm
Maximum aperturef/5.6
FocusAutofocus
StabilisationOptical
Weather sealingYes
Weight≈1370 g
Filter thread95 mm
Approx. new price£3,299
Used at MPB (Sony E / FE)£1,899–2,079
Used at MPB (L-Mount)None listed

Compatible camera bodies

41 native

Sony Alpha A1 II2024 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £4,519 Sony Alpha A9 III2023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,999 Sony Alpha A7R V2022 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,859 Sony Alpha A7S III2020 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,789 Panasonic Lumix S1R II2025 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £2,119 Leica SL32024 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £3,269 Sony Alpha A67002023 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £1,089 Sony Alpha A7 IV2021 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,059 Sony Alpha A7C II2023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,409 Sony Alpha A7 V2025 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,039 Sony Alpha A7 III2018 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £339 Sony Alpha A7R III2017 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £674 Sony Alpha A7R IV2019 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £999 Sony Alpha A7C2020 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £894 Sony Alpha A64002019 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £464 Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX2023 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £1,219 Panasonic Lumix S92024 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £529 Panasonic Lumix S52020 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £479 Leica SL2-S2020 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £1,649 Leica SL22019 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £1,649 Leica CL2017 · APS-CNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £1,259 Sony Alpha A12021 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,439 Sony Alpha A9 II2019 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,189 Sony Alpha A92017 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £654 Sony Alpha A7C R2023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,559 Sony ZV-E12023 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £1,339 Sony ZV-E102021 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £444 Sony ZV-E10 II2024 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £734 Sony FX302022 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £1,269 Sony FX32021 · Full frameNativeThird-party · used from £2,479 Sony Alpha A66002019 · APS-CNativeThird-party · new ≈— Sony Alpha A61002019 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £439 Sony Alpha A65002016 · APS-CNativeThird-party · used from £369 Panasonic Lumix S5 II2023 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £964 Panasonic Lumix S12019 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £529 Panasonic Lumix S1R2019 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £1,099 Panasonic Lumix S1H2019 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · new ≈— Panasonic Lumix S1 II2025 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · new ≈£2,599 Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE2025 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £1,609 Leica SL3-S2025 · Full frameNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £2,599 Leica TL22017 · APS-CNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £734

Alternatives to compare

Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S400mm · f/4.5 · 1245g · Z≈£3,099 new
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S100-400mm · f/4.5-5.6 · 1355g · Z≈£2,499 new · used from £1,519
Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW150-450mm · f/4.5-5.6 · 2000g · K≈£1,999 new · used from £1,049
Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 OIS100-500mm · f/5-7.1 · 1300g · L≈£1,999 new · used from £1,349

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

Real-world shots taken with the Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports lens. Results are searches on each site, so check the camera or lens listed in each photo's details.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports compatible with?

It's available for Sony E / FE, L-Mount. Native bodies here include Sony Alpha A1 II, Sony Alpha A9 III, Sony Alpha A7R V, Sony Alpha A7S III, Panasonic Lumix S1R II, Leica SL3.

Is the Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports weather sealed?

Yes, it has dust and moisture resistance.

Does the Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports have image stabilisation?

Yes, it has optical stabilisation, which helps on bodies without IBIS.

What is the Sigma 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS Sports best for?

Wildlife & animals. As much reach as you can carry: 400–600mm equivalent or more.