Sony 500mm F4 G SSM Specifications

Next to each category and value there are articles describing it all, giving you a deeper understanding on every area so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses.

Product
Name Sony 500mm F4 G SSM

See our Dictionary
Manufacturer Sony
SKU SAL500F40G
Release Date and Price
Release Year 2012
Release Date 2012-03-06
MSRP N/A
What is MSRP?
Buy it today
Lens Type
Lens Type Telephoto
Supertelephoto
Zoom or Prime Prime lens (no zoom)
Mount and Compatibility
Mount Sony A
Designed for APS-C sensor No (Suitable for all sensors)
Focus
Autofocus (AF) Yes
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor Yes

Read more about Autofocus Motor
Motor Type Ultrasonic
Focus Method No information
Closest Focusing Distance 400 cm
Maximum Magnification 0,14
Aperture
Maximum Aperture F4
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Construction 11 elements  /  10 groups
Special Elements/Coatings 3 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements
Focal Length
Focal Length 500 mm
Zoom Range None (Prime lens)
No Zoom available.
Built-in Teleconverter No
Teleconverter Multiplier N/A
Image Stabilization No
Image Stabilization CIPA rating N/A
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating
Physical
Weather Sealing Yes
Diameter 140 mm
Length 368 mm
Weight 3460 gr
Other
Filter Type Drop-in Filter
Filter Diameter 42 mm
Lens Hood Included
Lens Hood SKU ALC-SH118
Tripod Collar Included
Tripod Collar SKU N/A