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Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM

Canon EF Autofocus OIS

Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM

Focal length
70–200 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1430 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
140 cm
Length
197.6 mm

At a Glance

On Canon EF, this full-frame telephoto zoom covers 70-200 mm at a constant f/2.8. It carries an optical stabilizer and weighs 1.43 kg. The bright aperture permits shorter shutter times and a shallow depth of field for isolating subjects. Minimum focus distance is 1.4 m. Sports, wildlife, events and portraits are its natural territory.

Good for

  • Sports
  • Wildlife
  • Events
  • Portraits

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
70 mm
Max. focal length
200 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
22
Groups
17
Weight
1,430 g (3.15 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
140 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:8 (0.13×)
Length
197.6 mm (7.78 in)
Diameter
86.4 mm (3.4 in)
Announced
February 2010

Manufacturer data: sigma-global.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM fit?

The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 112-320 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensSigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSMCanon EF 70-200mm F2.8L IS II USMCanon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USMCanon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM
Focal length70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8
Weight1,430 g1,490 g1,590 g1,310 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance140 cm120 cm140 cm150 cm
Length197.6 mm199 mm197 mm193.6 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesyesno
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Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM: FAQ

Does the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM have autofocus?

Yes, the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM has autofocus.

Does the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM have image stabilization?

Yes, the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM weigh?

The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM weighs 1,430 g. It is 197.6 mm long with a diameter of 86.4 mm.

What filter size does the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM use?

The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is 140 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 112-320 mm in full-frame terms.

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