Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 G ED VR Specifications

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Product
Name Nikon AF-S 500mm F4 G ED VR

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Also known as Nikon Nikkor AF-S 500mm F4 G ED VR
Manufacturer Nikon
Release Date and Price
Release Year 2007
MSRP 8579 USD
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Lens Type
Lens Type Telephoto
Supertelephoto
Zoom or Prime Prime lens (no zoom)
Mount and Compatibility
Mount Nikon F
Designed for APS-C sensor No (Suitable for all sensors)
Focus
Autofocus (AF) Yes
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor Yes

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Motor Type No information
Focus Method No information
Closest Focusing Distance 400 cm
Aperture
Maximum Aperture F4
Diaphragm Blades No information
Optics
Construction 14 elements  /  11 groups
Special Elements/Coatings No information
Focal Length
Focal Length 500 mm
Zoom Range None (Prime lens)
No Zoom available.
Built-in Teleconverter No
Teleconverter Multiplier N/A
Image Stabilization Yes
VR II
Image Stabilization CIPA rating N/A
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating
Physical
Weather Sealing Yes
Diameter 139 mm
Length 391 mm
Weight 3880 gr
Other
Filter Type Drop-in Filter
Filter Diameter 52 mm
Lens Hood Included
Lens Hood SKU HK-34
Tripod Collar Included
Tripod Collar SKU N/A