Sigma 300-600mm f/4 Hands-On in the Wild – A Kingfisher Adventure with Olle Nilsson

Wildlife photographer Olle Nilsson took the brand new Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG DN OS Sports Lens out for a two-day field test, aiming to capture lightning-fast kingfishers in action. Key highlights from the video:

  • The constant f/4 aperture delivers exceptional subject separation and low-light performance
  • Sharpness is superb across the 300-600mm range, paired with a Sony A1 for 50MP cropping flexibility
  • Lens is large (~4kg), but surprisingly manageable with its internal zoom and balance
  • Compared to the Sony 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS, the Sigma delivers much stronger subject isolation
  • Faster and more versatile than using a 300mm f/2.8 GM with teleconverter setup in static positions
  • Ideal for hide-based or tripod work – less suited for mobile “sneaking” shoots due to weight

Olle also tested the lens on a Leofoto PG-1 gimbal head and a carbon fiber tripod, which helped stabilize the heavy setup for hours in the field.

His final verdict? While it’s a heavy investment, the Sigma 300-600mm f/4 delivers pro-level results at nearly half the price of a 600mm prime. For those who shoot from a fixed location and value flexibility, sharpness, and beautiful background separation – this is one of the best lenses available.

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For those interested in stunning wildlife imagery and want a telephoto workhorse that rivals prime lenses in sharpness and speed – this Sigma might just be the dream lens.

UPDATE: He also posted this new video:

Grab Your Sony Gear Now — Price Hikes Could Be Coming?

I just heard from a source that prices on all Sony Alpha products are going up soon. What’s not clear yet is whether this is just because the current Sony rebate campaign ends on September 15, or if it’s a permanent increase tied to tariffs.

Either way, better safe than sorry — if you’ve been eyeing a Sony camera or lens, now’s the time to grab one while the deals are still on!

Here is the total saving rebates+cashback on cameras:

Sony Lens rebates:

First image of the new Laowa 180mm f/4.5 Full Frame autofocus macro lens

Laowa has announced the release of its new AF180mm F4.5 1.5x macro autofocus lens on September 15th. It features a Canon EF SLR mount, and Canon EOS-RF users can use an EF-RF adapter to achieve autofocus. It also supports Sony E/Nikon Z mounts (autofocus) and Canon RF/Leica L mounts (manual focus). The lens weighs only about 400 grams.

New Youtuber reviews of the new Sigma lenses

Sigma 135mm f/1.4 preorder links at BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton.
Sigma 35mm f/1.2 II preorder links at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton.
Sigma 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 preorder links at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK, Clifton.
Sigma 28-45mm T2 Cine Zoom Lens with AF preorder at BHphoto. Adorama.

Here is a new roundup of Sigma lens tests:

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