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Nikon AF-S 500mm f/4 D ED : Specifications and Opinions

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The Nikon AF-S 500mm f/4 D ED is a supertele lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 1998 to 2001 (discontinued). The focus is done by Ultrasonic AF Motor (Ring-USM), it does not have image stabilization.

3 users have given it an average vote of 9.7 out of 10.

MOUNT

This lens is available with the following mounts:

Nikon F: this lens is compatible with reflex fullframe and APS-C Nikon.

Specifications
Focal lenght	500 mm
Angle of view	5°
Format	FF, APS-C
Max. aperture	f/4
Aperture blades
Min. focus distance	meters
Reproduction ratio
Features
Stabilization	No
Focus	Ultrasonic AF Motor (Ring-USM)
Internal Focus	Yes
Built and notes
Tripod ring	No
Extenders	Yes
Filters
Lens hood	Yes, supplied
Weather sealing	No
Weight	g
Dimensions	x mm
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Reviews

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The following opinions have been automatically translated with Google Translate.

Ferorake

sent on April 25, 2019

Pros: Granite, eternal, non-existent AC also croppando very

Cons: Anti-glare treatment bad

Opinion: I must say that this lens is really excellent, even if some waiver must be done. Sometimes you can find pictures washed out with a clear fall of contrast. It is to be said that on this lens THERE is no treatment N that Nikon has then started to do later. Will this be the cause? Surely it is a pity that sometimes this happens. At the level of optical quality bare and raw I do not find differences abygenal with Sigma 150-600 S or Nikon 200-500. The real differences are in the speed of AF, which on these fixed specimens is brutal and instantaneous, and the possibility to mount filters of 52mm before. On the €2500 to which it is located is definitely a sensible choice. Other specimens with VR and similar doubled in price, and the differences do not justify the outlay. Attention only to backlighting

Luigi131160

sent on February 08, 2019

Pros: Speed and precision AF, sharpness already at full aperture, virtually complete coverage of the FX frame, optimally balanced, made with duplicators, price of the used.

Cons: Needless to say the weight even if the bracket is comfortable and well positioned, infinite lens hood, not having it, poor availability of spare parts in case of failure

Opinion: I bought this glass for a few days, tried it in avifauna with results needless to say excellent. On D3s The result is spectacular, what you expect from a Nikon of that level, holds and perhaps wins the comparison with younger brothers who pay pawn to the stabilizer that for me useless to these focal, think of using it freehand is pure utopia. Color rendition from Nikon, Fantastic floor deadlift, spectacular sharpness. It also made me think about the goodness of the d500 that I had a little on my stomach, never convinced me and is still in the balance but with this monster also makes excellent work, the AF in particular becomes a lightning, a sniper-proof of Cinciarella. In short, if you find it used do not think 2 times, sure if you were to break something to find the parts is almost impossible but the risk is worth running, is a Nikon why should break?

Rbigioni

sent on April 06, 2017

Pros: Yield optics, autofocus speed, reasonable price in used (if it is located) in relation to performance.

Cons: Weight, though manageable, huge hood, although very efficient.

Opinion: It is a purpose built impeccably and where the yield does not regret absolutely most recent productions. With a little 'habit is also utilizzabilissimo freehand, although in a series and the other requires a little' break to rest your arms. Personally I think it is an excellent alternative to new versions, allowing you to have a tele-class without having to make a mortgage! Very suitable for naturalistic photos and motorsports. For me absolutely consigliato.rn

Photos taken with Nikon AF-S 500mm f/4 D ED

Song Thrush

by Yampa
21 comments, 1862 views

Panning of Eye

by Mauro Arzillo
17 comments, 1743 views

Peregrine falcon

by Yampa
14 comments, 1277 views

Peregrine falcon

by Yampa
10 comments, 1309 views

Limnodromo beccocorto

by Mario Vigo
9 comments, 900 views

HI RES 6.8 MP

Bottaccio thresher

by Yampa
10 comments, 1176 views

Flycatcher

by Yampa
10 comments, 1063 views

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Knight of Italy at sunset

by Landrima
8 comments, 471 views

HI RES 21.4 MP

Blurred or almost

by Landrima
10 comments, 279 views

HI RES 12.2 MP

Little Mallard

by Max010
7 comments, 314 views

HI RES 6.8 MP

Hawfinch

by Yampa
7 comments, 1154 views

Cinciarella

by Yampa
10 comments, 1188 views

Chaffinch

by Yampa
17 comments, 870 views

Griffin

by Yampa
7 comments, 712 views

Redstart

by Yampa
11 comments, 690 views

Powerboating - F2 hull

by Max010
1 comments, 157 views

HI RES 6.8 MP

Blue

by Landrima
1 comments, 261 views

HI RES 45.4 MP

Codirosso Chimney Sweep F.

by Yampa
10 comments, 867 views

Black Redstart

by Yampa
14 comments, 909 views

The Nutty Thief

by Luigi131160
2 comments, 919 views

HI RES 13.5 MP

Pheasant

by Yampa
12 comments, 587 views

Codirossone (Monticola saxatilis) in singing

by Guido Parmeggiani
2 comments, 495 views

HI RES 12.6 MP

The Angel

by Landrima
5 comments, 337 views

HI RES 13.7 MP

Stone's

by Yampa
13 comments, 835 views

EGRET

by Landrima
2 comments, 196 views

HI RES 45.4 MP

Codirosso F.

by Yampa
8 comments, 793 views

Pheasant

by Yampa
8 comments, 587 views

Light beyond

by Luigi131160
1 comments, 717 views

HI RES 6.8 MP

Apennine wolf

by Twistbuster
0 comments, 164 views

HI RES 3.8 MP

Martin Fisherman (Alcedo atthis)

by Luigi131160
0 comments, 668 views

HI RES 7.8 MP

Or not?!

by Luigi131160
0 comments, 639 views

HI RES 16.7 MP

Untitled Photo

by Luigi131160
1 comments, 965 views

HI RES 6.1 MP

Azur

by Mauro6
1 comments, 362 views

HI RES 6.8 MP

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Yellow ballerina with prey

by Twistbuster
1 comments, 267 views

HI RES 3.8 MP

Cinciallegra

by Yampa
2 comments, 655 views

Kite?

by Luigi131160
0 comments, 786 views

HI RES 9.3 MP

Wryneck

by Twistbuster
0 comments, 190 views

HI RES 3.8 MP

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