Compact, lightweight, professional super-telephoto lens. The EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM is designed to be compact, lightweight, yet rugged thanks to magnesium alloy and titanium. Fluorite and UD lenses are used in the lens to minimize aberrations and distortions. The high initial speed of 1:4 is ideal, and the Canon Extender EF 2.0x III can also be used with EOS Series 1 cameras with virtually no loss of focus. Fast, precise, quiet focusing. The ring-type USM (ultrasonic motor) provides incredibly fast and quiet automatic focusing. A fast CPU and optimized AF algorithms also contribute to the high AF speed. If desired, manual focusing can also be performed at any time without having to leave the AF mode.
The built-in optical image stabilizer enables razor-sharp images at shutter speeds up to 4 stops slower. Various IS modes optimize image quality and are recommended for camera panning, for example. This new image stabilizer mode is ideal for action photography, especially when working with targeted camera pans. In mode 3, the image stabilizer is activated only during exposure. SubWavelength Coating (SWC) is Canon's patented coating designed specifically for the demands of digital photography. SWC coating minimizes the causes of reflections. The result: clear and crisp images.
With the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM, focusing is precise and smooth, which is also ideal for video recording. The professional L-series are Canon's most powerful lenses and represent precision-engineered EF optics at their best. They offer excellent imaging performance, superb handling and are also protected against dust and splash water. The EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM comes with a lens hood, lens cap, and lens case.
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Weight | 3190 g |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Lens type | Prime lens, Telephoto lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Canon EF |
Focal length | 500 mm |
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Item number | 252794 |
Colour | Black, White |
Minimum focus distance | 3.70 m |
Lens type | Prime lens, Telephoto lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Canon EF |
Aperture | 4 f/ |
Min. aperture | 32 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 500 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 500 mm |
Focal length | 500 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9 x |
Filter thread | 52 mm |
Number of lenses | 16 |
Number of lens groups | 12 |
Lens equipment | Fixed front lens, Image stabilisation, Internal focusing, Metal bayonet |
Optical zoom | 1 x |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Durability | Weather resistant |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Bag |
Weight | 3190 g |
Length | 383 mm |
Diameter | 146 mm |
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