Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR Review

Specifications
Focal length |
500mm |
---|---|
Maximum aperture |
f/5.6 |
Minimum aperture |
f/32 |
Lens construction |
19 elements in 11 groups (including 3 ED lens elements, 1 PF (phase Fresnel) lens element, lens elements with Nano-Crystal coatings, and a fluorine-coated front lens element) |
Angle of view |
Nikon FX-format D-SLR cameras: 5°, Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 3° 10' |
Minimum focus distance |
3.0 m (9.8 ft) from focal plane |
Vibration reduction |
Yes |
No. of diaphragm blades |
9 (rounded diaphragm opening) |
Filter attachment size |
95 mm (P = 1.0 mm) |
Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) |
Approx. 106 mm maximum diameter x 237 mm (distance from camera lens mount flange) |
Weight |
Approx. 1460 g (3 lb 3.5 oz) |
Supplied accessories |
LC-95 95 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, HB-84 Bayonet Hood, CL-M5 Lens Case |