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The AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR is a lightweight super telephoto lens with an improved AF tracking, ideal for sports, action and nature photographers.
Nikon's legendary 500mm super telephoto lens is now nearly 2 pounds lighter than the previous model and ready for the most demanding conditions. With brilliant optical performance, improved AF tracking, a high-speed electromagnetic diaphragm that keeps pace with Nikon's fastest DSLRs plus VR image stabilization, the AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR is a game-changer for outdoor, sports, action and nature photographers or anyone looking to get the most out of their current DSLR. The lens comes with a new lightweight hard-shell case.
| NIKKOR F Lens Specs | |
|---|---|
| SKU | JAA533DA |
| Rotation | n/a |
| De-Focus Control | n/a |
| Rear Focusing | n/a |
| Focus Mode | Auto/Manual Manual/Auto Manual Memory Recall |
| Close Range Correction | n/a |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 3.6 m (11.9 ft.) |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Mount Type | Nikon F Mount |
| Arneo Coat | n/a |
| Nano Crystal Coat | Yes |
| G-type | n/a |
| E-type | Yes |
| Focal Length | 500mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Perspective Control | n/a |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Micro | n/a |
| Filter Size | 40.5mm |
| AF-P (Pulse Motor) | n/a |
| Accepts Filter Type | Slip-in |
| Dimensions (D x L) (mm) | Approx. 140 mm (5.5 in.) x 387 mm (15.2 in.) Based on CIPA Standard |
| Weight (g) (body only)*1 | Approx. 3090 g (109 oz.) Based on CIPA Standard |
| Optical Conversion Factor | n/a |
| Built-in Teleconverter Lens Groups | n/a |
| Built-in Teleconverter Lens Elements | n/a |
| Minimum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) with built-in Teleconverter | n/a |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) with built-in Teleconverter | n/a |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) with built-in Teleconverter | n/a |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) with built-in Teleconverter | n/a |
| Lens Category | Sports & Action, Nature & Wildlife |
| Lens Groups | 12 |
| Lens Elements | 16 |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.14x |
| Minimum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) | n/a |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) | 5°00' |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) | n/a |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) | 3°10' |
| Zoom Ratio | n/a |
| High Refractive Index Elements | n/a |
| Compatible Format(s) | Full-frame/FX-format Full-frame/FX-format in APS-C size/DX-format Crop Mode 35mm Film |
| SR (Short-Wavelength Refractive) Elements | n/a |
| Fluorine Coat | Yes |
| Aspherical Elements | n/a |
| Phase Fresnel | n/a |
| Super ED Glass Elements | n/a |
| Fluorite Elements | 2 |
| ED Glass Elements | 3 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Autofocus NIKKOR F | Yes |
| Features | Nano Crystal Coat, Autofocus, E-type |
