Sony 500mm f/4 G

Lens Summary

Brand: Sony

Also Known As: Sony 500mm f/4 G

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Sony Alpha

Release Date: N/A

MSRP Price: $12998

Made in: Japan

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: If you primarily photograph athletes and wild animals, you will find the performance of this lens ideal, thanks to impressive specifications such as a bright f/4 aperture and the ultra-telephoto 500mm focal length. This lens, with 11 elements in 10 groups, was specially developed to deliver beautiful background and foreground defocusing. Its smooth circular aperture, formed by 9 aperture blades, contributes to rounder, more beautiful bokeh. A Nano AR Coating and velvet lining also minimize flare, eliminate opacity and tighten blacks. Furthermore, three Extra-low Dispersion glass elements compensate for color aberration to realize sharper image quality.


Sony 500mm f/4 G Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length500mm
Mount TypeSony Alpha
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor DSLR (APS-C Sensor)
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.135x
Optical SteadyShot / AntiShake (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/4
Minimum Aperturef/32
Optical Information
Lens Elements11
Lens Groups10
Diaphragm Blades9
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Minimum Focus Distance4m
Filter Information
Filter Size42mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-On
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions14 x 36.75cm
Weight3.46kg
Other Information
Available in ColorsWhite

Lens Construction and MTF Chart

Sony 500mm f/4 G MTF Chart and Diagram

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