Nikon AF-S 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR Lens



Category: Camera Lens
Nikon AF-S 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR Lens Overview
Long Reach, Light Build
The Nikon AF-S 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR Lens reshapes what “portable telephoto” truly means. With Nikon’s clever Phase Fresnel (PF) design, it packs an impressive 500mm reach into a surprisingly small and light body—ideal for travelers, wildlife chasers, and action enthusiasts alike.
Refined Optical Craftsmanship
Built with Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass and PF elements, this lens sharply cuts down color fringing and glare, gifting you images rich in detail and contrast. Its Super Integrated and Fluorine coatings keep visuals bright and resist smears, dust, and dampness.
Fleet, Hushed Pinpointing
Impelled by Nikon’s Muted Surge Engine (MSE), sighting proves brisk, scrupulous, and nigh voiceless—prime for slyly snaring wary or darting quarries. Handwheel sway yields you deft honing of keenness at whim.
Steady Vision with Vibration Reduction
The built-in Vibration Reduction (VR) system grants up to 4 stops of steadiness, helping you shoot hand-held with confidence. A special SPORT VR mode keeps focus steady during high-speed panning or fast motion.
Resilient Yet Gossamer
Forged from staunch magnesium, the optic endures while remaining lissome to tote. Warding shields it from grit, spurts, and grim wild rigors—wrought for the wilds, not the ledge.
Smart Control & Fit
Made for Nikon F-mount DSLRs, it features an electromagnetic diaphragm for steady exposures during rapid bursts. The lens also includes a detachable tripod collar and assignable function buttons for flexible handling.
Final Word
The Nikon AF-S 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR Lens is a triumph of optical ingenuity—melding reach, speed, and clarity into a travel-friendly frame. Whether you’re tracking distant birds or freezing athletic motion, it delivers professional power without the burden of weight.
Nikon AF-S 500mm F/5.6E PF ED VR Camera Lens Specs
| Focal Length | 500mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/32 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Format Compatibility | Full-Frame |
| Angle of View | 5° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 9.84' / 3 m |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.18x |
| Optical Design | 19 Elements in 11 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9, Rounded |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Removable and Rotating |
| Filter Size | 95 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) | 4.17 x 9.33" / 106 x 237 mm |
| Weight | 3.21 lb / 1460 g |
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