Sigma 500mm F/4.5 APO EX [HSM]

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 telephoto prime lens for Canon EF mount, intended for sports, wildlife, and other long-distance subjects. Uses a fast f/4.5 maximum aperture.

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This lens family is also indexed in 2 other mounts.

MINOLTA/SONY AView lens

Sigma 500mm F/4.5 APO EX [HSM]

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PENTAX KView lens

Sigma 500mm F/4.5 APO EX [HSM]

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