Kanagawa, Japan – Sigma Corporation (Headquarters: Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, CEO: Kazuto Yamaki) is pleased to announce the “Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary”, an all-in-one zoom lens designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras that achieves the world’s first*1 zoom ratio of approximately 18.8x, now available for Nikon Z Mount system. The lens is scheduled to be released on Thursday, November 5, 2026.

* Product appearance and specifications are subject to change.

* Nikon Z mount is developed, manufactured and sold under the license agreement with Nikon Corporation.

KEY FEATURES

• Wide-angle, super-telephoto and close-up photography all in one lens
• High-speed autofocus and image stabilization for effortless shooting with reliable results
• Uncompromising optical quality that redefines the standard for super-zoom performance

Sigma presents the world’s first mirrorless lens with an approximate zoom ratio of 18.8x. Now available for Nikon Z mount, the 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary delivers outstanding results in any situation.

The all-new “Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary” features an 18.8x zoom ratio, the world’s first for an APS-C format mirrorless lens. Covering the entire range from wide-angle to super-telephoto, this extremely versatile lens brings the full range of photographic subjects within reach, from landscapes and portraits to wildlife and sports photography.

With a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2, the 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary captures detailed close-ups with ease. Its HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor provides exceptionally fast, smooth and accurate autofocus – ideal for fast-moving subjects such as birds and aircraft. The lens offers 6 stops of image stabilization at the wide end and 4.5 stops^*2 at the telephoto end, helping photographers achieve blur-free results even at longer focal lengths and in low light.

This ultra versatile all-in-one zoom is the perfect tool for creative photographers who want to work in a wide range of photographic genres.

A control algorithm including AF drive and communication speed optimization has been developed specifically for Nikon Z Mount interchangeable lenses. In addition to realizing high-speed AF, the lens also supports AF-C (Continuous AF) and in-camera aberration correction^*3. The mount is rubber-sealed to cater for use in a variety of environments.

*1 As an AF interchangeable lens for mirrorless cameras (as of September 2026 by Sigma).

*2 Based on CIPA guidelines. (Measured at a focal length of 16mm and 300mm using an APS-C camera)

*3 Available on supported cameras only.