Lens compatibility

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05-30-2019 04:00 AM
HI Folks forgive me if this sounds like stupid question
I have a Canon Rebel T6i and I am wonder if it is compatible with the following lens.
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary Lens for Canon EF
If not what would you guys recommend for shooting video that has strong zoom like filming skylines or people on the street while from above?
Thanks
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05-30-2019 09:11 AM
That is compatible and an excellent choice for a long telephoto.
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05-30-2019 10:21 AM
"If not what would you guys recommend for shooting video that has strong zoom like filming skylines or people on the street while from above?"
Absolutely no clue what to use or how to use it for what you want besides the fact a true video camera would probably due better than any DSLR. The reason fo rmy answer is, if you are buying new today check out the Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2. It is ever so slightly a better lens than the Siggy. I have had all the 150-600mm super zooms and the big Tamron is the best one so far.
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05-30-2019 04:00 PM
I have never tried to use my Sigma 150-600mm C for video. The first thing that comes to mind is how slow the aperture is.
The second thing is that this is a lens you will more than likely want to focus manually. At the longer focal lengths you do not want to try manually refocus while recording.
You may encounter autofocus issues with a less sophisticated body. Focusing is a function of the body, but the long focal lengths will make it more acute. Use a GOOD tripod.
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