
Nikon F (DX/FX) 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
The Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is a full-frame telephoto zoom for Nikon F-mount that keeps a constant f/2.8 aperture across the whole range. An optical stabilizer is built in, and the lens weighs 1.43 kg. The wide opening allows shorter shutter times and shallow depth of field at 200 mm. It suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Good for
- Sports
- Wildlife
- Events
- Portraits
Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check
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
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 Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 105-300 mm in full-frame terms.
Nikon F-Mount cameras
With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM compared
Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.
| Lens | Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM | NIKKOR 70-200mm F/2.8E FL ED VR | Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR | Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 70-200 mm | 70-200 mm | 70-200 mm | 70-200 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 1,430 g | 1,430 g | 1,470 g | 1,540 g |
| Filter diameter | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 140 cm | 110 cm | 140 cm | 140 cm |
| Length | 197.6 mm | 202.5 mm | 215 mm | 205.5 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | yes | yes | yes | yes |
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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 105-300 mm in full-frame terms.
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