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Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM

Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus OIS

Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM

Focal length
180 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1640 g
Filter diameter
86 mm
Min. focus distance
47 cm
Length
203.9 mm
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At a Glance

Sigma's 180 mm macro telephoto for Nikon F covers full frame and focuses as close as 47 cm at 1:1 magnification. Its f/2.8 aperture allows short shutter times, and an optical stabilizer is built in. Besides macro work it suits product shots, sports and events. It is heavy at 1.64 kg.

Good for

  • Macro
  • Product
  • Sports
  • Events

Worth knowing

  • At 1.6 kg it is heavy: a monopod or tripod helps for longer sessions.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
180 mm
Max. focal length
180 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
19
Groups
14
Weight
1,640 g (3.62 lb)
Filter diameter
86 mm
Min. focus distance
47 cm (18.5 in)
Max. magnification
1:1 (1×)
Length
203.9 mm (8.03 in)
Diameter
95 mm (3.74 in)
Released
July 2012

Manufacturer data: sigma-global.com

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

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Which cameras does the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM fit?

The Sigma APO Macro 180mm 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 270 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

Full frame:
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensSigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSMNikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D ED-IFTamron SP AF 180mm F/3.5 Di LD (IF) MacroSigma 150mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM
Focal length180 mm180 mm180 mm150 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/3.5f/2.8
Weight1,640 g760 g920 g895 g
Filter diameter86 mm72 mm72 mm72 mm
Min. focus distance47 cm150 cm47 cm38 cm
Length203.9 mm144 mm165.7 mm137 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesnonono
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Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM: FAQ

Does the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM have autofocus?

Yes, the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM has autofocus.

Does the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM have image stabilization?

Yes, the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM weigh?

The Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM weighs 1,640 g. It is 203.9 mm long with a diameter of 95 mm.

What filter size does the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM use?

The Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM takes 86 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM is 47 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 270 mm in full-frame terms.

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