The Sigma 500mm F4.5 DG APO HSM is ultra telephoto prime lens designed for full frame sensors but may also be used with smaller APS-C size sensors with corresponding effective increase in focal length to about 750 with most cameras. 500mm is unique focal length and its large fixed aperture of 4.5 makes it great for photographing wildlife. Hyper sonic motor (HSM) ensure quiet, accurate and high speed autofocusing working together with an inner focusing system which enables additional speed and responsiveness while, overall length does not change during focusing. Surprisingly compact for its focal length, 500mm is approximately 14-inch long and weighs slightly less than 7 pounds. Two ELD (extraordinary low dispersion) glass elements provide optimum color correction and sharpness throughout entire zoom range and new multi-layer lens coating technology and lens design formula reduce flare and ghosting. Rear insertion 46mm filters with provision for easy rotation of polarizing filters. Also, compatible with Sigma APO tele converters to provide additional focal length as 700mm F8 or 1000mm F11 lens.
Large aperture, high speed super telephoto lens
Inner focusing system technology
HSM is not available in Sony and Pentax
Carrying case, hood, circular polarizer, rear cap
Suitable for travel, nature, wildlife, sports and action photography
Designed to deliver ultimate in performance on full-frame digital SLRs, Sigma DG lenses also bring out the best in 35mm SLR film cameras and APS-C size DLSRs
In order to attain highest quality images, APO lens has been made using special low-dispersion (SLD) glass and is designed to minimize color aberration
Utilizes built-in mechanism that compensates for camera shake
Dramatically expands photographic possibilities by alleviating camera movement when shooting by hand held camera
HSM lens uses motor driven by ultrasonic waves to provide quiet, high-speed AF
To ensure stability in focusing, this lens moves inner lens groups without changing lens physical length
Exterior of this lens is EX-finished to denote superior build and optical quality and to enhance its appearance
Camera Lens Type - Other
Warranty - Yes
Lens Type:
Telephoto
Height:
13.80 in
Product Weight:
6.94 lbs
Color:
Black
Warranty (Length/Type):
1-year Standard + 3-year Extended Service
