N°110508 · Family detail
CanonTelephoto·CANON EF mount·2011
Canon EF 500mm F/4L IS II USM
Specifications01
MountCANON EF
Focal length500mm
Max aperturef/4
TypeTelephoto · Prime
Release year2011
Weight3190 g
Min focus distance3.7 m
Max magnification0.1499
Aperture blades9
Optical elements16
Groups12
AutofocusYes
StabilizationYes
Aperture controlNone
The aperture is controlled from the camera
Lens hoodET-138 - Clamp-on round
TeleconvertersCanon Extender EF 1.4X II→ 700mm F/5.6
Canon Extender EF 1.4X III→ 700mm F/5.6
Canon Extender EF 2X II→ 1000mm F/8
Canon Extender EF 2X III→ 1000mm F/8
EraDigital era
Production statusDiscontinued
Additional Info02
Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens
Field Notes02
Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM is a fixed (prime) telephoto lens for Canon EF-mount cameras, intended for sports and wildlife use. It has a maximum aperture of f/4 and includes optical image stabilization.
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