Sigma 150-600 mm Contemporary

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I know it's a long shot but I was wondering if anybody on here has any experience with the Sigma on a D850? I rather liked the look of the Sport version but can only afford the Contemporary.
 
The latter link is impressive. I bought the lens but haven't had chance to use it. I don't remember the link but I came across a video comparing it to the Tameron 150-600 which showed the sigma to be considerably brighter No other video mentioned this. I did see the Jared Polin recommendation and so went by that. Thanks anyway.

https://improvephotography.com/36962/sigma-150-600mm-sport-vs-contemporary-lens-review/

Reasons to Buy the Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary

  • Faster aperture in part of the zoom range
  • Much lighter
  • Almost half the cost
  • Zoom ring is much easier to adjust
  • Smaller and shorter
  • Focuses faster at the longer focal lengths
  • Tripod mount ring and foot are removable
Reasons to buy the Sigma 150-600mm Sport

  • Better build quality overall
  • Fully weather sealed instead of just a sealed mount
  • Built of metal instead of plastic
  • Includes a high quality lens hood
 
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Greebo said:
Sports has superior sharpness and is better all round but its a monster! I bought it and returned it as extending it on my sofa and realising it was about a meter long and weighed two tonnes, I decided I end up not taking it with me often enough to warrant owning it.,

The Contemporary is a good compromise.
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That and the price is what convinced me to go with the Contemporary. Problem is I'm now after something with a fast aperture between 100-300 that I can afford which means a used Sigma 120-300 f2.8 (non OS). I can't find anything to match this at the same price (Nikon fit).
 
I'm also slowly getting used to the Sigma 120-300 f2.8
What I find odd about this is the way it "renders" sunlight. It's a tad neutral/white as opposed to a soft yellow- if that makes any sense.
 
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