The SIGMA 150-600mm is my FAVORITE lens for wildlife photography

[@NicoleGlass]

Fellow chipmunk lovers, this is where you can find Chippie's social media profiles 😉 instagram.com/chippiefromtheblock/ www.tiktok.com/@chippiefromtheblock

[@sigmaphoto]

Thanks for the recommendation, Nicole! So glad this lens has worked out so well for you long-term, and those chipmunks couldn't be cuter!

[@NicoleGlass]

Thanks! It has definitely been fun documenting the lives of the little critters in my yard with this:)

[@KlausKusserow-ClassicalGuitar]

One week ago I gut my 150-600, but the sports version. Thanks for your interesting videos🙂

[@Indoguru26]

You have sold me on getting one. Thank you. And it's so nice that you shared your Barred Owl photos. Memories do not have to be perfect photos.

[@danfaber7723]

I also have the Sigma 150-600mm. I really enjoy using it when I know I need that extra length to get the pictures I want. I also have a Sigma 100-400mm and the two lenses cover such a wide variety of uses. I've taken some really nice photos with both; primarily birds. The 150-600 does get heavy after a while, and I've been using a monopod when I know I need to have super steady equipment. I enjoyed your comments about the lens and look forward to seeing other videos.

[@scottkitt6272]

Hi Nicole! I just wanted to thank you for turning me on to this lens. I use it every day and it is truly a game changer. I live on a farm in Nebraska and seem to always be picking it up to snap an image of wildlife,the Moon,or some interesting subject. For the price point I don't think you can beat it. Have a wonderful day!

[@ayechapin1]

I saw your review on this lens and ended up buying it last night... took it out today and wow!!!

[@NicoleGlass]

Glad you're enjoying it as much as I do!!

[@wendynewing8834]

This has to be the best chipmunk photography I have ever seen. These images should surely sell as a calendar and greetings cards. I love the props by the way. I think you have found yourself yet another unique selling point.

[@NicoleGlass]

Aww thank you so much! Maybe when I have a large enough collection of chipmunk images I'll make something out of them:)

[@leighann5308]

I agree they are adorable and what a cute idea using the props. I have squirrels but no chipmunks 🐿 ❤

[@OldguyinBelize]

thank you,, looking into this lens. i own the sigma 70-200 nikon mount and i find that to be heavy. so i always use my monopod with the whimberly mh 100 gimbal head. small, light and i could not be happier. i shoot hummingbirds for hours with no issues. i enjoy your videos!

[@jezmink]

How that chipmunk fits that acorn into its mouth at 6.07min is amazing. Nice video Nicole.

[@skakdosmer]

I love the Sigma lens too, and on my 70D and 90D bodies it's the equivalent of a 240-960 mm lens - great! Of course I also then have to apply the crop factor to the aperture, making it an f/8-10 - less great, but still more than usable! But when a lighter setup is what I want, I'll use my Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f/4-5.6 IS STM. This wonderful lens can of course only be mounted to crop sensor bodies, but that's what I own. With the 1.6 X crop factor it's equivalent of an 88-400 mm f/6.4-9 lens on a full frame body. It's super lightweight and nicely sharp. (The STM version, that is - not the older version!) And although it isn't a macro lens, it's great for close-up photography of butterflies and other large insects.

[@SiouxsieCat]

I've had this lens a little over 7 years now, and it's my "go to" lens for wildlife.

[@knothead5]

Last night, I found your trip out West. Searching for more YT videos was rewarding for your "review" and comments on the Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary lens. I just bought it and wanting to take advantage of our backyard wildlife. Summertime rewards us with hummingbirds! Thanks for the video.

[@NicoleGlass]

I love hummingbirds so much! I hope you enjoy the lens :)

[@joelautier3674]

I got one like it I use it on canon 250d I'm still not having sharp photos but that's me I need more and more practice tks

[@HobsNobs]

Welcome back, I got that lens after watching you then double checked that it was that good and slapped it on my Z6 and took it out for a spin today, 600mm and 1/300 it was sharp enough for SS to approve. But now I need a backpack that can easily accommodate it with compartments for drink, food, filters etc 🤔

[@NicoleGlass]

Glad you enjoy it! And yes that is the eternal struggle: finding a bag that fits everything including that lens. Haha.

[@DethronerX]

Really awesome Would it be possible, to do a video with another camera with a 35mm lens, for an OTS shot of you, looking at the camera and how distant your subject is, so we can see both views, including one on your LCD of the tele setup, because just looking at a zoomed in picture isn't clear how far it actually appears from a normal pov

[@jeremiahyoung5931]

I got this lens for my birthday the other day very excited about it. I have the 100-400mk2 for wildlife or airshows but wanted some extra reach when needed especially with smaller animals. And on a full frame Canon doesn't seem too bad for ISO like you said. Thanks for the great review.

[@Pfsensepluss]

I enjoy your content, respectfully your voice is so soothing 😌

[@danielle4392]

Hi Nicole, really cute & great videos/pics of the chipmunks. I bought the Sigma 150-600mm lens a few weeks ago after watching your video on your first impression and reviewing the details on that lens. Still learning how to use it but so far, it's a terrific lens. Now I understand why I couldn't find a used one, owners want to keep it, LOL. I went on a field trip last week to catch the beauty of the color ''fall leaves'' the pics are GREAT. Can't do it without a tripod. It's a very good lens, I really like it. Thanks for sharing ! looking forward to your next video.

[@leighann5308]

Nice photos Nicole were these handheld or on a tripod? Thank you once again for your video

[@anthonynewton8989]

Hi, just bought this lens for my canon T7, & found your videos very helpful. Just have to get out a play. Ps I live in the UK

[@pamela-yourlifeasart]

Very much appreciate this review, I just picked up this lens to pair with my Canon R6MII and am now even more excited to get using it!!!

[@NicoleGlass]

Oh awesome. Also, LOVE that camera. I bought that camera a couple months ago myself... it's terrific :)

[@pamela-yourlifeasart]

It IS a beautiful camera!!! I grabbed it at Black Friday :) @@NicoleGlass

[@MarcelloSpinFishing]

Glad to have you back Nicole ! I hope you are alright . How is you stock photography doing right now ?

[@NicoleGlass]

I'll have a video on that soon:) Lots of life changes too;)

[@MarcelloSpinFishing]

@@NicoleGlass You look good, in a good place, in peace and those are the most important things :)

[@PracticingPhotography]

I use this same lens for my backyard as well. I have all the same critters you do, but the fox are not around often. I use it on my shoots where there are some eagles at a local Oxbow. It is heavy like you mention.

[@NicoleGlass]

Nice! Yeah it's pretty fun to use. I haven't seen the foxes in a while actually, which I'm totally fine with because I love the chipmunks and I worry about their safety!

[@johnmintalar]

Your pictures and videos look great taken with that lens. Glad to see you get to enjoy natures little critters. 😊

[@NicoleGlass]

Thank you! I can't get any work done because the chipmunks are constantly staring at me through the windows haha

[@tysonator5433]

I owned a sigma 150-600 C canon fit and regularly use it on my eos 7dii, eos R7 and so y A6600. The biggest weakness is the low light issue as it will struggle, however bear on mind this is £900 lens new and 60mmL IS USM f4 can lens is £18,000 or RF 100-500L IS USM is £2,750 new. Hence why this lens is popular ! It is difficult to get sharp images at 600, I would say 420 to 520 is a good range to stick to. There are pulsing issues on my R7 and Sony A6600, however this is due the eye detection algorithms and no firmware update for A6600 via sigma mc-11 adapter or for eos R7 due to canons 3rd party ban on sharing data, and 3rd parties making g lenses for RF mount.

[@AndyFeliciotti]

I never understood wildlife photography until I got a telephoto lens and the first day I realized why it's so cool 😂 You get some unique animals in your area!

[@NicoleGlass]

Haha yeah, having a lens like that makes going to the zoo so much more fun 😂

[@genemcloud4114]

I really enjoyed your practical approach to using this lens. I’m planning on renting the sigma 60-600 for testing before considering a purchase. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@NicoleGlass]

Sure thing! Enjoy :)

[@HurleyDeanSandpointIdaho]

Love your videos. Wonderful images and information. I live in Sandpoint, Idaho. We are close to Glacier National Park. Years ago, I used to carry a photography backpack. Two cameras, three lenses, tripod and more. Now I use a bridge camera. 25mm to 400mm. That is all I need for my Glacier trips. It is also a great backyard camera. Thank you again for your videos.

[@NicoleGlass]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoy them:) And you are very fortunate to live close to Glacier - such a beautiful place with amazing wildlife!

[@peterhardwick603]

Great vid, love the chipmunk pics

[@NicoleGlass]

Thank you! :)

[@igiunta1994]

I was watching your other video about this lens and this pops up... I want this so much!

[@NicoleGlass]

It's a fun one!! Maybe you can rent it somewhere to see how you like it

[@wendylucid6049]

Great to see you back

[@NicoleGlass]

:)

[@gerryodonnell4554]

Great info in there and you must be one of the most natural video makers I have ever seen, I love your natural, chilled out way of reviewing an item without trying to show how 'expert' you are. To me, that makes you an expert. I still can't decide between this lens for extra reach or a canon 70-200mm f4 for image quality. Any thoughts?

[@NicoleGlass]

Thank you for the kind words! It just depends what you need it for. I have the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 and the quality of that lens is way better than any of my other lenses. But of course the Sigma 150-600 has that amazing telephoto range which is crucial for bird photography and things like that. Maybe try them both out if you can, see which one suits your purposes more. For wildlife, something like the Sigma would be better, but for portraits, lower light and such, I'd go with the Canon.

[@ericcutler5463]

Great video Nicole! I love what you are doing in your own back yard with what wildlife are there. I just got the Nikon 200-500mm for my Z7 and you have inspired me! Thank you and it’s great to see a new video from you!

[@NicoleGlass]

Thanks so much Eric! And that's great, sounds like you have a terrific lens :) Hope you find some interesting critters to photograph

[@rajibjoshi9647]

you don't need perfection at hobby level that is the plus point at this level ( no pressure ) just bought a great tripod for this lens ( too heavy to handle ) I think the tripod is going to help

[@dreemwizard]

Im deciding netween the tamron 600 G2 or the Sigma 600 C

[@zenphotojourney]

It's been a while since I've seen you. Good to see you're doing well and enjoying nature in your backyard. My go to lens is the Canon 100-400 sometimes with a 1.4 teleconverter.

[@NicoleGlass]

Thanks so much Melani! The 100-400 is fantastic... :)

[@josephkreissphotography]

Those chipmunk pictures are hilarious!! I have the Sigma 150-600 for my fujifilm XT2. It’s a great lens but when pushing the ISO in low light it’s pretty grainy. We have eagles in our back yard so it’s a perfect! Still practicing with the lens.

[@NicoleGlass]

Thank you! Eagles sound pretty cool ... as long as you don't have chipmunks to protect ;)

[@keithjohnson5398]

I put up a bird seed feeder this year, amazing to learn more about the birds around here. Even a hawk who stops by now & then to check out the visitors to the feeder.

[@NicoleGlass]

Nice!! I had a hawk the other day but I chased him away because I was worried for my chipmunks safety haha

[@borgdylan]

Would you recommend this for when there is not so much wildlife around? I am from Malta, a tiny Mediterranean island that's mostly built up. For longer distances I use the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM adapted to my camera (I have an M50 mark II). For hand held street photography I use native EF-M lenses that are lighter but do not have as long a focal length. The M50 uses APS-C so 300mm translates to 480mm.

[@NicoleGlass]

I actually went to Malta a few years ago - beautiful island! I don’t remember seeing any wildlife there (except for underwater). What do you imagine yourself using the lens for?

[@borgdylan]

@@NicoleGlass the only usable application is moon pictures.The 70-300mm works well for that even if the moon fills a fraction of the frame

[@CheikoSairin]

Great video and I love the photos of the chipmunks. I use a 300mm telephoto lens for bird photography, and it equals 600mm with my Olympus EM5 camera. And love the lens because it's lightweight.

[@NicoleGlass]

Sounds like a great setup!

[@ahmetsapanc9735]

Great video and so much information about lens. Does it have much different between sports and contemporary?? İ want to buy for wildlife photo

[@NicoleGlass]

I would just get the contemporary, unless you really need the more advanced weather sealing.

[@TheNitebinder]

Good to see you're back. Wondered what happened to you, must be interesting to photographing the local wildlife in the suburbs. How's Alvin doing?

[@NicoleGlass]

Chippie is doing great :) I've spent way too much on nuts this summer, I definitely need to start a savings account for him haha

[@KishoreVagisetty]

Hi Nicole !! Do you know about Ham Radio? For most of the ham radio operator are also photographers.

[@AJafet777]

I have a question which is better to filming stars. Nikon p1000 or sigma 150-600?

[@robertdavis1255]

Thanks for sharing... great video & pics...I only have a 70-300mm lens so I am considering purchasing 150-300mm lens now I have seen your video... cheers from Australia 😀

[@NicoleGlass]

Australia has so much cool wildlife, I would LOVE to use a lens like that over there :)

[@robertdavis1255]

@@NicoleGlass Thanks..I meant 100-600 not 100- 300...my typing error... cheers 😀

[@NicoleGlass]

@@robertdavis1255 I figured!

[@marknongkhlaw1674]

Lovely backyard you have there ❤️

[@NicoleGlass]

Thank you! ☺️

[@bobharris3002]

I like the little sets for the chipmunks, fun shots. do you post those to stock sites?

[@NicoleGlass]

Thanks! :) I've posted a few of them to Adobe Stock

[@theoneandonlymattsmith]

I also use this lens for backyard photography but I think I need to get more adventurous when it comes to pushing the ISO higher...

[@kirstyriceart844]

Awesome shots. This is a cracking lens!

[@NicoleGlass]

thank you! :)

[@jaycee6996]

I have used the same lens with my d500 and it is excellent. It is a very good backyard lens but not so good after a few hours hiking cross country. I have had to give mine up as it was too much of a burden. I am now moving to sony because as you get older the lenses get heavier.

[@NicoleGlass]

I feel you! I got tired of hiking around with it but it's wonderful for the yard.

[@vincentkim2534]

I have the same one and like it for the reason that you mentioned !

[@NicoleGlass]

It's such a fun lens:)

[@titosirj6262]

I use this lens with my 5D III and M50. Very satisfied.

[@marknongkhlaw1674]

Suggested settings for M50 please. Thanks

[@jimwilliams4170]

Great Presentation!

[@NicoleGlass]

thanks so much!

[@willparsons32]

I just as like - 4 hours ago obtained a copy of the 150 - 600mm lens ... just waiting for my camera batteries to fully charge and out the door I go!!!

[@lonewolfphotography01]

This is my go to lens , even got caught in a snow storm , never let me down .

[@NicoleGlass]

That's great :)

[@rajibjoshi8868]

wow i bought this lens today now i feel i am a genuine wildlife photographer when I use it on my SL3 camera along with RODE high quality mic. let the story unfold I also have 2 other ( 18-55 mm, 55-250 mm ) lens and tripod.

[@joncothranphotography9375]

I have just recently purchased this lens and I love it so far. I have caught flack for using it on a crop sensor. Do you have an opinion on this? Thanks!

[@NicoleGlass]

Absolutely nothing wrong with using it on a crop sensor. In fact, the equivalent of 600mm on a full frame would be around 900mm for you, which is amazing.

[@joncothranphotography9375]

@@NicoleGlass That's my thoughts as well, but I am a novice and I may be missing something when it comes to the difference. I'm shooting a 18 megapixal crop sensor and I am really pleased with the results. I do hope to move up as soon as possible, but I am really not in a hurry.

[@kennethlarsen2972]

Hi. I shoot this lens on Nikon D2x/D4 and it’s a fantastic lens for both FF and crop cameras. Even with 1,4tc it’s great. Shoot it mostly handheld.

[@joncothranphotography9375]

@@kennethlarsen2972 I get some great, hand held, moon images with it as well as some great wildlife images. Thanks for your feedback.

[@colintraveller]

I bought this lense just last week . I paid £849 . Am here in the Uk . I've noticed already that i'll need a tripod . What one do you use ? . As my subject matter covers a wide spectrum . My main gripe with Long range zoom lense reviews is none of them capture planes or Ships . I recently used it to capture some Passenger jets some pics turned oyt well . With having used a Sony DSCHX350 For 3 years constantly . I missed the instant zoom lense . Which is unable with the sigma . I missed some shots .in all practice makes perfect . I also took some Test shots the day i bought it with my newly bought Camera , Canon850D .As it's new am juat trying out all the settings . I set it to RAw Only . Tbh i've been having major issues transfering images via the USB . And the EOS utility isn't all that great ..ethier . loses signal with ease. . I had to buy a USB Card reader weirdly it doesn't read etc RAw files only Jpeg . I also noticed that it lacks a spirit level . At times it was hard to keep it level

[@danielle4392]

On my part I bought a Sirui traveler 7C carbon. It's great so far, reasonable price, light weight and it comes with a carrying bag. I use the original plate (comes with the tripod) for the camera & I leave it on the camera all the time. I bought a Winberly P-50 lens plate that I alway's leave on the 150-600 sigma lens. This way it makes it faster to change lenses and reduces the risk of losing the plate. It takes a little time to get used to the ball head but once you do, it works great.

[@TripHacksDC]

Chippie!

[@michaelkaercher]

Nice photos. The lens is a tool. If you do not need the heavy one, great.

[@art_om_life]

Thank you for the video🙏

[@Sgv1tm]

Chipmunks!!! 🐿

[@NicoleGlass]

Love them!

[@thephantomfantasia]

I have not got long till I get this lens now but the lens is not that heavy when it says it's light weight bin other reviews I have read so It 2 months time

[@MysticalJessica]

Hi there, long time no see! Hope you are well...

[@NicoleGlass]

Thank you! :)

[@elwynsmith5092]

Thanks for the info !

[@NicoleGlass]

Sure thing! :)

[@MichaelFreechild]

speedbooster?

[@kittykat2532]

do you have any idea how this lens works on a crop sensor?

[@NicoleGlass]

I’ve used it on an old 70D, it gets more zoom but I can’t push the ISO as high

[@kevywilliams3304]

Does it focus past 450mm?

[@kennethlarsen2972]

It focuses fine even with a 1,4tc at 850mm.

[@timothyorourke7116]

Do you know the sigma 400 ?

[@timothyorourke7116]

Is that lens very heavy ?

[@NicoleGlass]

Depends how strong you are ! I have the specs in my first video about this lens, it weighs around 4 lbs

[@kevywilliams3304]

Mine is no where near sharp after 500 mm :(

[@deondixon3267]

Love from india ❤️❤️

[@kevywilliams3304]

I have no clue how you get anything clear at a distance .

[@ابٰوريٰناد-ه7م]

I want a camera 😢💔

[@jackkraken3888]

Try with your smartphone first. Also get a tripod if you need it.

[@benfisher7855]

Yikes! That Fox at 1:21 has a severe case of mange 😟

[@NicoleGlass]

I know, it makes me so sad. All the foxes here are getting it this year too… :(

[@MysticalJessica]

600mm ?!!! Jeesh, it must,ve cost some doubloons !!!

[@NicoleGlass]

Around 900

[@MysticalJessica]

@@NicoleGlass Surprisingly not as much as I imagined!

[@NicoleGlass]

@@MysticalJessica Yeah, the Sigma 150-600 is just under $900, while the Canon 600mm prime is $13,000. Of course there are huge differences in specs but getting this kind of focal length for under a thousand is pretty amazing.

[@MysticalJessica]

@@NicoleGlass Oooh yeah I was thinking of the Canon one that's why! Yeah it's pretty amazing! To take photos or videos of animals form far away without disturbing them is smth I thought out of reach! But now after your video I m thinking it's not! Thank you so much for this information and for your wonderful videos! You're inspiring...

[@johannjcqs5270]

The fox have scabies :/

[@NicoleGlass]

Mange I think... but yeah super sad 😢

[@kevywilliams3304]

She doesn’t answer anyone .