Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 500mm f/4D IF-ED II
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 2003-06-17
MSRP Price: N/A
Made in: Japan
Production Status: Discontinued
Lens Description: SWM for quiet high-speed autofocus. ED glass elements minimize chromatic aberrations. M/A mode for quick switch between autofocus and manual focus operation. Nine-blade rounded diaphragm achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus elements. Focuses down to 4.6m (4.4m in MF)
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4D IF-ED II Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 500mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | 35mm SLR |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | Yes |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:7.8 |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Maximim Aperture | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 5° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 11 |
| Lens Groups | 9 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 3 |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 4.6m |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Slip-in |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | Yes |
| Dimensions | 139.5×394mm |
| Weight | 3430g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
Lens Construction
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The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4D IF-ED II does NOT have the vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) feature.
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