07-13-2023 03:21 PM - edited 07-14-2023 02:28 PM
My winnings came in and I got the Sigma 150-600 Contemporary lens along with the Sigma USB Dock UD-01. My question to those of you who own this lens is : Should I just go out and test it right from the box or should I first modify the lens to my style of shooting? I normally take my new lenses and try them right out of the box, but I like to know what others do. Your input is greatly appreciated.
07-15-2023 01:54 PM - edited 07-15-2023 05:13 PM
Hi EB,
I checked the firmware on both the Sigma 150-600 C lens and the Sigma USB Dock UD-01 and I'm happy to report that the firmware on both the 150-600 C Lens and USB Dock are up to date with the latest version. The latest firmware version for the USB Dock UD-01 is ver.1.03 and the latest firmware for the 150-600 C lens is Ver.2.03. I will not change any of the lens factory default settings until I have used it enough and find that I really need to do so. I hope the info on the latest firmware helps those that have the Sigma 150-600 C lens and the USB Dock UD-01. Thank you for your comments and advice.
07-16-2023 11:15 AM
Sounds like a plan Joe. Let us know how it goes.
07-17-2023 03:38 AM - edited 07-17-2023 03:43 AM
Just an update,
Today I took a couple of shots with my Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary lens and my Canon R6 Mark II camera. I'm happy to say that the subject on the test shots were sharp as a tack, the AF worked perfectly, the MF also worked as it should and the depth of field was great. The pics that I took were simply to make sure that the lens worked properly. I will take it on a field test and post those pictures as the couple that I took are not worth posting. I'm very happy with the lens! I'm glad I listen to all of those that contributed with their opinions and advice. You all helped with my decision.
07-17-2023 03:55 AM
Great that this is working out for you!
We're glad to help - that's what we're here for! 😊
07-17-2023 04:28 AM - edited 07-17-2023 06:32 PM
Thanks Trevor,
The pictures you took using the same combo that I have closed the deal.. ; )
07-17-2023 10:11 AM
Trevor's work is usually very good. He has natural talent. He consistently gets the most form his gear.
07-17-2023 07:41 PM - edited 07-17-2023 07:52 PM
I agree, EB, Trevor is talented ! I really appreciated him taking the time to go out and shoot some pics to show me what the Sigma 150-600 C and the R6 Mark II combo could do. I hope I that I can get the same from my gear. I only took a few test shots with my new lens, and I have also joined the club of the truly impressed.
09-16-2023 04:02 PM
I have the same lens Sigma 150-600mm. The only problem is once you go over 400mm on the lens, you begin to lose the sharp focus.
09-16-2023 04:21 PM
@angelsanddiscus wrote:I have the same lens Sigma 150-600mm. The only problem is once you go over 400mm on the lens, you begin to lose the sharp focus.
I've not had this issue with mine.
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09-16-2023 05:36 PM
Hi and welcome to the forum:
If you would like to explore your issue further, I would recommend starting a new thread. It gets confusing to us to have to deal with two people discussing their individual situations in one thread. This way we can concentrate on helping you. 😊
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