N°110051 · Family detail
SigmaTelephoto·CANON EF mount·2005
Sigma 500mm F/4.5 APO EX DG
Specifications01
MountCANON EF
Focal length500mm
Max aperturef/4.5
TypeTelephoto · Prime
Release year2005
Weight3150 g
Min focus distance4 m
Max magnification0.1299
Aperture blades9
Optical elements11
Groups8
AutofocusYes
StabilizationNo
Aperture controlNone
The aperture is controlled from the camera(Canon EF, Minolta/Sony A, Sigma SA)
Aperture ring (Manual settings + Auto Exposure setting)(Nikon F, Pentax K)
Lens hoodLH1236-01 - Clamp-on round
TeleconvertersSigma APO Tele Converter 1.4X EX DG→ 700mm F/6.3
Sigma APO Tele Converter 2X EX DG→ 1000mm F/9
EraDigital era
Production statusDiscontinued
Additional Info02
Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens
Field Notes02
Sigma 500mm f/4.5 APO EX DG prime telephoto lens for Canon EF, intended for long-distance subject shooting such as sports and wildlife. Large aperture helps isolate subjects in low light.
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Other Mounts03
This lens family is also indexed in 2 other mounts.