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Super telephoto power has never been so light. Combine brilliant optical performance, improved AF tracking, a fast electromagnetic diaphragm and VR image stabilization with a new weather-sealed magnesium alloy lens barrel that reduces overall weight by nearly 0.9kg, and you have the definitive 500mm prime for sports, action and nature photographers, or anyone looking to get the most out of their current Nikon DSLR camera.

Tech Specs

  • Focal Length

    500mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/ 4

  • Format

    FX/35mm
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    Yes

  • Nano Crystal Coat

    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    5.5 in. (140 mm) x 15.2 in. (387 mm)
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    109 oz. (3090 g)
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length
    500mm
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/ 4
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/ 22
  • Format
    FX/35mm
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    3°10'
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    5°00'
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.14xx
  • Lens Construction Elements
    16
  • Lens Construction Groups
    12
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX, FX in DX Crop Mode, 35mm Film
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    Yes
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    3
  • Fluorite Elements
    2
  • Fluorine Coat
    Yes
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    11.9 ft.(3.6m)
  • Focus Mode
    Manual, Manual/Auto, Auto/Manual, Memory Recall
  • E-type
    Yes
  • Filter Size
    40.5mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Slip-in
  • Compatible with Nikon AF-S Teleconverters
    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    5.5 in. (140 mm) x 15.2 in. (387 mm)
  • Approx. Weight
    109 oz. (3090 g)
  • Lens Type
    Prime

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