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Some first testshots pop up on the world-wide-wibble:
http://www.pbase.com/miljenko/s150_500vs50_500
Comparison against the Sigma 50-500mm done on a Canon 20D.
The lens is available in Germany for Canon but not yet for Nikon.
(Pre-)order for around 850€ (incl. 19% you-know-VAT).

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Thomas (beware: Nikon-fanboy and moderator!) My Lens Reviews, My Pictures, My Photography Blog
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See some MTF-curves comparison with the predecessor, the 120-400 and the 80-400 over there.

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Thomas (beware: Nikon-fanboy and moderator!) My Lens Reviews, My Pictures, My Photography Blog
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Don't see what was so wrong with this topic being in the NIKON forum seeing the whole purpose of asking if anyone used the lens was for a Nikon camera

Right, but the performance of this lens is independent from the camera.
So it is irrelevant, which camera you use this lens on. Hence the post is best placed in the Sigma section.

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Thomas (beware: Nikon-fanboy and moderator!) My Lens Reviews, My Pictures, My Photography Blog
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I am interested in hearing the differences between the Sigma 50-500m and the 150-500m. I checked out the photos on the link above and I don't see much difference in the IQ.

APO 50-500mm F4-6.3 EX DG HSM
Pros = EX Build
Cons = No OS, Amazon Pricing $1049US


APO 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM
Pros = OS, Amazon Pricing $876US
Cons = Not EX

I will be using on the Nikon D300 and already have the Nik18-200m. Interested in the Sig lenses for the 500m reach for wildlife. I have looked through the forums at Alex Venom's photo reviews of the 150-500 and kpr's input of the 50-500m. Difference in pricing is not a detail that concerns me if the quality is better. I don't plan on using the teleconverter for either lens. Help and input greatly appreciated.

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Jim K
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Nikon D300; Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR; Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 AF APO DG OS HSM,SB 800

Hmmm, Jim. This is a tough one!
I have not seen anybody compare both lenses under equal conditions. But perhaps someone in our readership has???
I'd suppose that the 150-500 is the better lens, because:
- more recent design
- smaller zoom-range is easier to design/correct
But this is just an assumption, mind you!

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Thomas (beware: Nikon-fanboy and moderator!) My Lens Reviews, My Pictures, My Photography Blog
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Thanks Thomas. I just don't see much difference in the comparison photos that were linked in your first post. I would suppose the EX build would be better glass, but then the OS on the 150-500m would be very beneficial at the long range. And price is usually an additional indicator of glass quality. Users of either lens rate them highly so I guess the 150-500 w/ OS fits my needs better, given that my 18-200 covers the lower range.

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Jim K
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Nikon D300; Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR; Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 AF APO DG OS HSM,SB 800

Knowing then what I know now,
I would have chosen the 150- instead of thinking going down to 50mm might be benificial by times.
It has saved me changing lenses a few tmes.
Great lens Rebel, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

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Pentax K-5
Pentax 18-55mm,Pentax 50-200mm,Sigma 17-70mm,Sigma 70-300mm, Sigma 50-500mm

You mean I can save $176 and still be happy. You just made my day!

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Jim K
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Nikon D300; Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR; Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 AF APO DG OS HSM,SB 800

Must be switchin to Gieco?

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Pentax K-5
Pentax 18-55mm,Pentax 50-200mm,Sigma 17-70mm,Sigma 70-300mm, Sigma 50-500mm

Price difference between the 50-500m ($1049) and the 150-500m ($876). Of course I will have to spend the savings on a filter to protect the lens.

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Jim K
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Nikon D300; Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR; Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 AF APO DG OS HSM,SB 800

We just purchased this lens and are really impressed with the image quallity and the speed of the autofocus i even took a few indoor shots of our daughter with the lens and was very impressed with its low light capabilities. and the OS works very well . we thought we would be compromizing by buying 3rd party equipment but so far the quallity of this lens is truly outstanding.

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Nikon D700+Nikon D-80 + Nikon SB 900 Flashgun+Lumiquest Ultrasoft softbox + Nikon 50mm F 1.8 + Tamron 28-75mm F 2.8 + Sigma 12-24mm F 4.5-5.6 + Sigma 70-200mm F 2.8 + Sigma 150-500 F 5-6.3 Manfrotto 190XPROB tripod+Manfrotto 3265 Joystick Head+Gorillapod SLR-Zoom+Crumpler 7 million dollar home bag+ Crumpler Karachi Outpost Backpack
http://www.kristymacleodphotography.com/

Thank you for the feedback. Have you posted any samples?

OK - I convinced. And YES Gordon, I will use the CL shopping links. Thanks for everyones input.

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Nikon D300; Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR; Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 AF APO DG OS HSM,SB 800

no i will post some pics soon but we are very impressed with the Sigma line of lenses enjoy whichever lens you choose to buy ..cheers

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Nikon D700+Nikon D-80 + Nikon SB 900 Flashgun+Lumiquest Ultrasoft softbox + Nikon 50mm F 1.8 + Tamron 28-75mm F 2.8 + Sigma 12-24mm F 4.5-5.6 + Sigma 70-200mm F 2.8 + Sigma 150-500 F 5-6.3 Manfrotto 190XPROB tripod+Manfrotto 3265 Joystick Head+Gorillapod SLR-Zoom+Crumpler 7 million dollar home bag+ Crumpler Karachi Outpost Backpack
http://www.kristymacleodphotography.com/

I have a Pentax Mount copy of the Sigma 150-500 HSM APO and I just love it. Got it a few months ago for 880.oo$ With the Pentax AS system I can hand hold and get some awesome shots.