Canon EF500mm f/4L IS USM

• Specifications
• Reviews
• Sample Images
• Initial launch information.

Superb long focus lens beloved of sports and nature photographers the world over. Fast and effective focus with good image stabilisation (that holds up well against the new improved mk2 version)

Available from: Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk | B&H | Adorama

Lens specifications

Focal Length & Maximum Aperture	500mm 1:1.4
Lens Construction	17 elements in 13 groups
Diagonal Angle of View	5°
Focus Adjustment	Ring type USM, inner focusing system, full-time manual focus
Closest Focusing Distance	4.5m / 14.8 ft.
Filter Size	52mm rear drop in
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight	146 x 387mm / 5.8" x 15.2"; 3.870g / 8.5 lbs

EF500mm f/4L IS USM reviews and articles

• Canon UK / US Information Page
• Amazon
• Northlight Images
• Canon CPN article
• Fred Miranda
• Lens Tip
• Digital Picture
• PhotoZone
• SLR Gear
• Lens Review
• ePhotozine

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Sample images

None available at present.

Product launch

No information available on the 1999 launch of this lens.