Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS | Sports: Fast Tele Prime Announced
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The Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS | Sports combines a rarely seen 200 mm prime length with an F2 aperture, internal focus, optical stabilization (OS2, quoted up to 6.5 stops CIPA) and a robust Sports‑series build. Optical design: 19 elements in 14 groups (2 FLD, 2 SLD). Tripod collar TS‑171 (Arca) with 90° detents. Initial impression: very compelling creative tool; F2 at 200 mm is immediately attractive for controlled separation and indoor light.
Impression: Cool piece of glass – F2.0 at this focal length looks genuinely nice for character portraits; curious to see sustained AF tracking and full-rate burst behaviour on Sony bodies (15 fps) in practice.
Optical Performance at F2
The 19/14 layout with 2 FLD + 2 SLD elements targets axial and lateral chromatic aberration suppression for high edge contrast already wide open. Expect crisp microcontrast and consistent frame uniformity at F2; promising for tight headshots and stage details.
Bokeh & Subject Separation
F2 transmits roughly 1 EV more light than f/2.8 zooms and delivers shallow depth for pronounced foreground/background layering. 200 mm compression plus the aperture yield smooth defocus transitions – subjectively very appealing for stylised portrait work.
Autofocus & Stabilisation
HLA (High‑Response Linear Actuator) drive for fast, quiet focus. OS2 system quoted at up to 6.5 stops (CIPA, 200 mm) with Mode 1 (general) and Mode 2 (panning with Intelligent OS orientation logic). Personal note: Interested to verify continuous tracking consistency and full-speed burst retention on Sony (claimed 15 fps scenarios) once in hand.
Build & Environmental Protection
Sports‑series sealing (mount, rings, switches, barrel junctions) plus water / oil repellent front element. Heat‑damping exterior coating to mitigate solar thermal gain during extended outdoor sessions. Internal focus maintains balance; tripod collar doubles as carry aid.
Handling & Controls
Three AFL buttons (offset positions), focus mode selector, focus limiter, OS mode switch, custom/user modes and an aperture ring (click / lock). TS‑171 collar: Arca foot, 90° click detents – ergonomically practical for rapid orientation changes.
Use Cases
Indoor court sports, stage / theatre performance, compressed portraiture, event reportage (speeches, emotional close‑ups) and cinematic video close framing where working distance + separation synergy matter.
Controls & Customisation (Detail)
Focus limiter (near / far / full), OS modes (1 / 2), user modes, aperture ring click & lock, internal focusing for stable balance. Practical layout: quick muscle memory adoption expected.
Included Items
Hood, front & rear caps, TS‑171 tripod collar, strap, case (as per manufacturer listing).
Personal Notes
Strong portrait / stage potential; F2 rendering stands out instantly. Main curiosity: real‑world AF tracking endurance & buffer / fps synergy on Sony bodies. If consistent, could become a go‑to indoor isolation tool; if not, 70–200/2.8 remains safer for unpredictable motion.
Price
CHF 3’675.00 (Swiss RRP)
Availability
Shipping window not yet confirmed (early allocation may be limited). Pre‑order advisable if needed for a defined production period.
Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS Sports E-Mount
Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS Sports E-Mount
Produktfeatures
- Objektivkonstruktion: 19 Elemente in 14 Gruppen (2 FLD, 2 SLD)
- Bildwinkel: 12,3°
- Anzahl der Blendenlamellen: 11 (runde Blendenöffnung)
- Kleinste Blende: F22
- Naheinstellgrenze: 170 cm
- Filtergröße: 105 mm
