Sports. Wildlife. The Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR super-telephoto lens with fast focusing ideally balances size and performance. Experience the freedom of a 500 mm range, with a compact design and exceptional image quality.

Durability and flexibility

Aerial photos of the rally race and flying predators. Capture photos and videos from a distance or in demanding situations without worrying about your lens.

Absolute clarity

Ensure edge-to-edge sharpness, minimal light loss, and reflection, even when shooting at maximum aperture or in backlit conditions.

Sharpness and stability

Nikon's Vibration Reduction (VR) and SPORT VR mode allow you to shoot without worrying about the effects of camera shake.

Technical Specifications:

• Focal length: 500 mm
• Maximum aperture: f/5.6
• Minimum aperture: f/32
• Lens construction: 19 elements in 11 groups (including 3 ED lens elements, 1 PF lens element, nanocrystal coatings, and fluorine coating)
• Angle of view: Nikon FX-format D-SLR cameras: 5°, Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 3° 10'
• Minimum focusing distance: 3.0 m from the focal plane
• Vibration reduction: Yes
• Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
• Filter attachment size: 95 mm (P = 1.0 mm)
• Diameter x length: Maximum diameter approx. 106 mm x 237 mm
• Weight: Approx. 1,460 g