Lens Summary
Brand: Canon
Also Known As: Canon 500mm f/4L IS II USM
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Canon EF
Release Date: 2011-02-07
MSRP Price: $10499
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: Worthy successor to the lauded Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS USM the new EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM super telephoto lens features completely redesigned Fluorite optics that deliver sharper images with less chromatic aberration and has a lighter weight thanks to magnesium and titanium construction elements. Because image stabilization technology in super telephoto lenses may inadvertently over-compensate and interfere with composing and framing distant or moving subjects, the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM includes an advanced third Image Stabilization mode (Mode 3) that activates IS only when the shutter button is fully pressed. This allows users to pan fast-moving subjects and then activate IS only when it is precisely required. Additionally, all three IS modes give the equivalent effect of a shutter speed four stops faster, ideally positioning the Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM for professional action photography, from sports to nature. The addition of the Power Focus mode enables smooth focus change when shooting video. Buttons and switches are redesigned for intuitive, deliberate operation, and dust and water sealing keeps the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM functioning flawlessly in even the most challenging environments.
Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM Specifications
Lens Specifications | |
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Lens Type | Prime Lens |
Focal Length | 500mm |
Mount Type | Canon EF |
Format | Full Frame / FX |
Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
Compatible with Teleconverters | Yes |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:6.6 |
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization) | Yes |
Aperture Information | |
Aperture Ring | No |
Maximim Aperture | f/4 |
Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 5° |
Optical Information | |
Lens Elements | 16 |
Lens Groups | 12 |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Fluorite Elements | 2 |
Focus Information | |
Focus | Autofocus |
Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
UltraSonic Motor (USM) | Yes |
Internal Focusing | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance | 4m |
Distance Information | Yes |
Filter Information | |
Filter Size | 52mm |
Accepts Filter Type | Drop-in |
Physical Characteristics | |
Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
Mount Material | Metal |
Tripod Collar | Yes |
Dimensions | 146x383mm |
Weight | 3190g |
Other Information | |
Available in Colors | Grey and Black |
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