N°110135 · Family detail
CanonTelephoto·CANON EF mount·1992
Canon EF 500mm F/4.5L USM
Specifications01
MountCANON EF
Focal length500mm
Max aperturef/4.5
TypeTelephoto · Prime
Release year1992
Weight3000 g
Min focus distance5 m
Max magnification0.1099
Aperture blades9
Optical elements8
Groups7
AutofocusYes
StabilizationNo
Aperture controlNone
The aperture is controlled from the camera
Lens hoodET-123B - Clamp-on round
TeleconvertersCanon Extender EF 1.4X→ 700mm F/6.3
Canon Extender EF 1.4X II→ 700mm F/6.3
Canon Extender EF 1.4X III→ 700mm F/6.3
Canon Extender EF 2X→ 1000mm F/9
Canon Extender EF 2X II→ 1000mm F/9
Canon Extender EF 2X III→ 1000mm F/9
EraFilm era
Production statusDiscontinued
Additional Info02
Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens
Field Notes02
Canon EF 500mm f/4.5L USM is a Canon EF mount prime telephoto lens for distant subjects such as sports and wildlife, with a fixed maximum aperture of f/4.5.
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Other Mounts03
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