150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | S for Pentax

bwickett · 12-05-2014, 04:05 PM

Hi all,

Has anyone heard if Sigma is going to come out with a K-mount for the new 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | S ?

Adam · 12-05-2014, 04:09 PM

Originally posted by bwickett

Hi all,

Has anyone heard if Sigma is going to come out with a K-mount for the new 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | S ?

At this time there are no plans to do so as far as I'm aware.

bwickett · 12-05-2014, 04:10 PM

Ok. Thanks.

**ak_kiwi** · 12-05-2014, 04:58 PM - **2 Likes**

From New Zealand D-Photo magazine, 2014 Dec / Jan issue.

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bwickett · 12-05-2014, 05:07 PM

ak_kiwi

Thank you. I had done a search, but come up empty. This is a positive note. I hope it will happen.

**boriscleto** · 12-05-2014, 05:16 PM

I had heard that they might do the Contemporary on Pentax mount but not the Sport.

**Miguel** · 12-05-2014, 05:17 PM

If that's accurate, it's great news for Pentax shooters. I've been following the news about this lens over the months and this is the first I've seen it advertised as for K-mount.
On Sigma's home page for the Contemporary version of this lens it says other wise so. . . same too for the Sports version.

M

Last edited by Miguel; 12-05-2014 at 05:22 PM.

bwickett · 12-05-2014, 08:50 PM

This is off of Sigma's website for both S & C models.

"Sigma will convert the current mount of your Sigma Global Vision lens to another of your choice. Sigma lenses currently from the Contemporary, Art or Sports line, in Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax mounts can be converted to Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony or Pentax*. They cannot be converted to either an APS-C or a Full Frame format".

I don't know if this is meaning that both Sony & Pentax mounts are coming or not. or Can you buy a Canon or Nikon mount and have it converted to Pentax by Sigma?

JinDesu · 12-05-2014, 08:56 PM

Originally posted by bwickett

This is off of Sigma's website for both S & C models.

"Sigma will convert the current mount of your Sigma Global Vision lens to another of your choice. Sigma lenses currently from the Contemporary, Art or Sports line, in Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax mounts can be converted to Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony or Pentax*. They cannot be converted to either an APS-C or a Full Frame format".

I don't know if this is meaning that both Sony & Pentax mounts are coming or not. or Can you buy a Canon or Nikon mount and have it converted to Pentax by Sigma?

No you cannot.

Edgar_in_Indy · 12-05-2014, 10:00 PM

When this was discussed in the past, it had been determined that Sigma will only convert a lens to a mount in which that lens is already offered.

Paul the Sunman · 12-06-2014, 12:27 AM

Originally posted by boriscleto

I had heard that they might do the Contemporary on Pentax mount but not the Sport.

That's what I'd heard too. Not sure of the price for the Contemporary yet, but the Sport looks very attractive. I'd be very happy to see it in K mount.

I wonder if they'll remove the OS for K mount and charge the same.

rawr · 12-06-2014, 01:29 AM

The lenstip.com review for the 'Sports' version shows it to be a very decent optic, especially at the long end, surprisingly. Better than the Tamron.

However the local retail pricing for the 'Sports' version (DCW - AUD$2090 - RRP $2399) makes it about 60% more expensive than the Tamron (DCW - AUD$1294). I hope the 'Contemporary' version will be more in line with the Tamron's pricing.

Paul the Sunman · 12-06-2014, 02:23 AM

Originally posted by rawr

The lenstip.com review for the 'Sports' version shows it to be a very decent optic, especially at the long end, surprisingly. Better than the Tamron.

However the local retail pricing for the 'Sports' version (DCW - AUD$2090 - RRP $2399) makes it about 60% more expensive than the Tamron (DCW - AUD$1294). I hope the 'Contemporary' version will be more in line with the Tamron's pricing.

The Sigma 150-600 Sport for Canon or Nikon is listed at AU$1895 at Digidirect. If it's as good as Lenstip says, I'd just about stump up for that.

**Miguel** · 12-06-2014, 11:20 AM

Originally posted by rawr

The lenstip.com review for the 'Sports' version shows it to be a very decent optic, especially at the long end, surprisingly. Better than the Tamron.

However the local retail pricing for the 'Sports' version (DCW - AUD$2090 - RRP $2399) makes it about 60% more expensive than the Tamron (DCW - AUD$1294). I hope the 'Contemporary' version will be more in line with the Tamron's pricing.

Those of us who own the Tamron are debating how much better the Sigma may be. Tough call, not just the money, but the weight differences are significant. The Sigma is enough heavier to give myself and others serious pause. Currently I can carry the lens attached to my camera and grip for about three miles, including multiple hoistings for about 600 shots of birds, BIFs included. Usually without monopod. Being able to do that with a 600mm optic is excellent.

I've done the same with a heavier 400mm about the weight of the Sigma, and while the results can be worthwhile, you feel it. Towards the end of the day, especially--and as everyone knows, the best shots happen just when you are leaving.

Since just about all lab testers are clueless about shooting birds or sports, I'll enjoy seeing results from shooters in the field. If interested I will rent, then purchase.

M

Edgar_in_Indy · 12-06-2014, 12:13 PM

For me, the big question is how much will the "Contemporary" give up in terms of optical performance. Are there any reviews or test drives out there yet?

12-05-2014, 04:05 PM	#1
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12-05-2014, 04:09 PM	#2
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12-05-2014, 04:10 PM	#3
bwickett Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 7 Original Poster	Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM \| S Ok. Thanks.

12-06-2014, 01:29 AM	#12
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	The lenstip.com review for the 'Sports' version shows it to be a very decent optic, especially at the long end, surprisingly. Better than the Tamron. However the local retail pricing for the 'Sports' version (DCW - AUD$2090 - RRP $2399) makes it about 60% more expensive than the Tamron (DCW - AUD$1294). I hope the 'Contemporary' version will be more in line with the Tamron's pricing. Last edited by rawr; 12-06-2014 at 01:35 AM.

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12-05-2014, 05:07 PM	#5
bwickett Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 7 Original Poster	ak_kiwi Thank you. I had done a search, but come up empty. This is a positive note. I hope it will happen.

12-05-2014, 05:16 PM	#6
boriscleto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: North Syracuse, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,477	I had heard that they might do the Contemporary on Pentax mount but not the Sport.

12-05-2014, 05:17 PM	#7
Miguel Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Near Seattle Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,743	If that's accurate, it's great news for Pentax shooters. I've been following the news about this lens over the months and this is the first I've seen it advertised as for K-mount. On Sigma's home page for the Contemporary version of this lens it says other wise so. . . same too for the Sports version. M Last edited by Miguel; 12-05-2014 at 05:22 PM.

12-05-2014, 08:50 PM	#8
bwickett Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 7 Original Poster	This is off of Sigma's website for both S & C models. "Sigma will convert the current mount of your Sigma Global Vision lens to another of your choice. Sigma lenses currently from the Contemporary, Art or Sports line, in Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax mounts can be converted to Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony or Pentax*. They cannot be converted to either an APS-C or a Full Frame format". I don't know if this is meaning that both Sony & Pentax mounts are coming or not. or Can you buy a Canon or Nikon mount and have it converted to Pentax by Sigma?

12-05-2014, 08:56 PM	#9
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by bwickett This is off of Sigma's website for both S & C models. "Sigma will convert the current mount of your Sigma Global Vision lens to another of your choice. Sigma lenses currently from the Contemporary, Art or Sports line, in Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax mounts can be converted to Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony or Pentax*. They cannot be converted to either an APS-C or a Full Frame format". I don't know if this is meaning that both Sony & Pentax mounts are coming or not. or Can you buy a Canon or Nikon mount and have it converted to Pentax by Sigma? No you cannot.

12-05-2014, 10:00 PM	#10
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	When this was discussed in the past, it had been determined that Sigma will only convert a lens to a mount in which that lens is already offered.

12-06-2014, 12:27 AM	#11
Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,847	Originally posted by boriscleto I had heard that they might do the Contemporary on Pentax mount but not the Sport. That's what I'd heard too. Not sure of the price for the Contemporary yet, but the Sport looks very attractive. I'd be very happy to see it in K mount. I wonder if they'll remove the OS for K mount and charge the same.

12-06-2014, 02:23 AM	#13
Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,847	Originally posted by rawr The lenstip.com review for the 'Sports' version shows it to be a very decent optic, especially at the long end, surprisingly. Better than the Tamron. However the local retail pricing for the 'Sports' version (DCW - AUD$2090 - RRP $2399) makes it about 60% more expensive than the Tamron (DCW - AUD$1294). I hope the 'Contemporary' version will be more in line with the Tamron's pricing. The Sigma 150-600 Sport for Canon or Nikon is listed at AU$1895 at Digidirect. If it's as good as Lenstip says, I'd just about stump up for that.

12-06-2014, 11:20 AM	#14
Miguel Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Near Seattle Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,743	Originally posted by rawr The lenstip.com review for the 'Sports' version shows it to be a very decent optic, especially at the long end, surprisingly. Better than the Tamron. However the local retail pricing for the 'Sports' version (DCW - AUD$2090 - RRP $2399) makes it about 60% more expensive than the Tamron (DCW - AUD$1294). I hope the 'Contemporary' version will be more in line with the Tamron's pricing. Those of us who own the Tamron are debating how much better the Sigma may be. Tough call, not just the money, but the weight differences are significant. The Sigma is enough heavier to give myself and others serious pause. Currently I can carry the lens attached to my camera and grip for about three miles, including multiple hoistings for about 600 shots of birds, BIFs included. Usually without monopod. Being able to do that with a 600mm optic is excellent. I've done the same with a heavier 400mm about the weight of the Sigma, and while the results can be worthwhile, you feel it. Towards the end of the day, especially--and as everyone knows, the best shots happen just when you are leaving. Since just about all lab testers are clueless about shooting birds or sports, I'll enjoy seeing results from shooters in the field. If interested I will rent, then purchase. M

12-06-2014, 12:13 PM	#15
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	For me, the big question is how much will the "Contemporary" give up in terms of optical performance. Are there any reviews or test drives out there yet?