AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4G ED VR

• VR II operation realizes the equivalent of a shutter speed four stops faster
  
• New Tripod mode reduces vibration that may occur at shutter release when shooting with a super-telephoto lens attached to a tripod
  
• Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, render outstanding image integrity
  
• Three ED (Extra-low dispersion) elements control chromatic aberration while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest apertures
  
• Exclusive Nikon Nano Crystal Coat and a Meniscus protective glass element combine to further reduce ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity
  
• High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating realizes superior color reproduction while minimizing ghosting and flare
  
• Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables fast autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation
  
• Rounded diaphragm opening (9 blades) makes out-of-focus elements appear more natural
  
• Newly added A/M mode reduces the possibility of unintentional switching from Auto to Manual
  
• Focus Preset function instantly recalls preset focus points with the push of a button
  
• Engineered to Nikon professional D-SLR standards to effectively resist dust and moisture
  
• Magnesium die-cast for a lightweight body with rugged construction
  
• Supplied lens hood effectively minimizes stray light
  
• Detachable monopod collar provided
  

Focal length		500 mm
Maximum aperture		f/4
Minimum aperture		f/22
Lens construction		14 elements in 11 groups (with 3 ED glass elements and one Nano Crystal Coat) and one meniscus protective glass element
Picture angle		5 (310 with DX-format camera)
Closest focus distance		4.0 m/13.1 ft. (AF), 3.85 m/12.6 ft. (MF)
Maximum reproduction ratio		1/6.9
No. of diaphragm blades		9 (rounded)
Filter/attachment size		52 mm
Focusing		Internal Focusing (IF) system; autofocus with a built-in SWM and manual focus
Diameter x length (extension from lens mount)		Approx. 139.5 x 391 mm/5.5 x 15.4 in.
Weight		Approx. 3,880 g/8.6 lb.