Sigma 500mm F/4.5 APO EX

Specifications01

MountCANON EF

Focal length500mm

Max aperturef/4.5

TypeTelephoto · Prime

Release year1998

Weight2990 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)

TeleconvertersSigma APO Tele Converter 1.4X EX→ 700mm F/6.3 Sigma APO Tele Converter 1.4X EX DG→ 700mm F/6.3 Sigma APO Tele Converter 2X EX→ 1000mm F/9 Sigma APO Tele Converter 2X EX DG→ 1000mm F/9

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens

Field Notes02

Sigma 500mm F/4.5 APO EX HSM is a fixed prime telephoto lens for Canon EF mounts, intended for distant subjects like sports or wildlife. It has a maximum aperture of f/4.5.

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