AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4G ED VR

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Professional super-telephoto NIKKOR lens featuring VR II

2007 Release

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Main Features

VR II operation realizes the equivalent of a shutter speed four stops faster
New Tripod mode reduces vibration that may occur at shutter release when shooting with a super-telephoto lens attached to a tripod
Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, render outstanding image integrity
Three ED (Extra-low dispersion) elements control chromatic aberration while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest apertures
Exclusive Nikon Nano Crystal Coat and a Meniscus protective glass element combine to further reduce ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity
High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating realizes superior color reproduction while minimizing ghosting and flare
Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables fast autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation
Rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural
Newly added A/M mode reduces the possibility of unintentional switching from Auto to Manual
Focus Preset function instantly recalls preset focus points with the push of a button
Engineered to Nikon professional D-SLR standards to effectively resist dust and moisture
Magnesium die-cast for a lightweight body with rugged construction
Supplied lens hood effectively minimizes stray light
Detachable monopod collar provided

AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4G ED VR Specifications



Focal length		500 mm

Maximum aperture		f/4

Minimum aperture		f/22

Lens construction		14 elements in 11 groups (with 3 ED glass elements and one Nano Crystal Coat) and one meniscus protective glass element

Picture angle		5° (3°10’ with DX-format camera)

Closest focus distance		4.0 m/13.1 ft. (AF), 3.85 m/12.6 ft. (MF)

Maximum reproduction ratio		1/6.9

No. of diaphragm blades		9 (rounded)

Filter/attachment size		52 mm

Focusing		Internal Focusing (IF) system; autofocus with a built-in SWM and manual focus

Diameter x length (extension from lens mount)		Approx. 139.5 x 391 mm/5.5 x 15.4 in.

Weight		Approx. 3,880 g/8.6 lb.

Supplied accessories		Lens Hood HK-34, Heavy duty case CT-504, Dedicated filter holder, 52mm screw-in NC filter, Strap LN-1, Monopod collar
Note: VR operation works with the Nikon F6, F5, F100, F80, F75, F65, D3, D700, D2-series, D1-series, D300, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-series, D60, D50 and D40-series.

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Lens Construction

: Aspherical lens elements	: Super ED glass elements
: ED glass elements