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- Brand Name: Canon
- Model: EF 500mm
- Lens Type: telephoto
- Minimum focal length: 4.50 millimeters
- Maximum focal length: 500.00 millimeters
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Super Telephoto Lens
Worthy successor to the lauded Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS USM, the new EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM super telephoto lens features completely redesigned Fluorite optics that deliver sharper images with less chromatic aberration and has a lighter weight thanks to magnesium and titanium construction elements. Because image stabilization technology in super telephoto lenses may inadvertently over-compensate and interfere with composing and framing distant or moving subjects, the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM includes an advanced third Image Stabilization mode (Mode 3) that activates IS only when the shutter button is fully pressed. This allows users to pan fast-moving subjects and then activate IS only when it is precisely required. Additionally, all three IS modes give the equivalent effect of a shutter speed four stops faster, ideally positioning the Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM for professional action photography, from sports to nature. The addition of the Power Focus mode enables smooth focus change when shooting video. Buttons and switches are redesigned for intuitive, deliberate operation, and dust and water sealing keeps the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM functioning flawlessly in even the most challenging environments.
Product Description
Worthy successor to the lauded Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS USM, the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM super telephoto lens features completely redesigned Fluorite optics that deliver sharper images with less chromatic aberration and has a lighter weight thanks to magnesium and titanium construction elements. Because image stabilization technology in super telephoto lenses may inadvertently over-compensate and interfere with composing and framing distant or moving subjects, the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM includes an advanced third Image Stabilization mode (Mode 3) that activates IS only when the shutter button is fully pressed. This allows users to pan fast-moving subjects and then activate IS only when it is precisely required. Additionally, all three IS modes give the equivalent effect of a shutter speed four stops faster, ideally positioning the Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM for professional action photography, from sports to nature. The addition of the Power Focus mode enables smooth focus change when shooting video. Buttons and switches are redesigned for intuitive, deliberate operation, and dust and water sealing keeps the EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM functioning flawlessly in even the most challenging environments.
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
The canon 500mm II is a masterpiece. Version I was as well, but somehow, some way canon managed to shave 1.5 lbs off of this lens. For travel and hiking this lens cannot be beat.
The lens seems to AF slower with the series III tele converters vs the series ii. So keep that in mind, and this is my observation and may not be yours.
The 4 stops of IS also helps with hand holding this lens, but so does the aforementioned weight savings.
I am happy I have purchased the 500mm ii and it will be a nice companion to my 800mm.
The price is the only negative, but in this day and age, things like this lens are not cheap.
If you are looking for one lens that can do it all; wildlife, birds, sports in semi decent light, a super telephoto to travel with....here it is, but it does come at a price.
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The lens seems to AF slower with the series III tele converters vs the series ii. So keep that in mind, and this is my observation and may not be yours.
The 4 stops of IS also helps with hand holding this lens, but so does the aforementioned weight savings.
I am happy I have purchased the 500mm ii and it will be a nice companion to my 800mm.
The price is the only negative, but in this day and age, things like this lens are not cheap.
If you are looking for one lens that can do it all; wildlife, birds, sports in semi decent light, a super telephoto to travel with....here it is, but it does come at a price.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Birdman
Amazon Verified Purchase
I have had this lens for about six weeks now. It is absolutely flawless. The image quality is superb. The relatively light weight is almost miraculous. I have been able to hand hold it for sharp images down to 1/160 second, which speaks for how well the image stabilization works. I like the new mode 3 image stabilization because it works at the instant of exposure and does not cause image movement in the viewfinder.
The only thing I don't like is the high price. I just hope that they don't come out with a version 3 in a few months like the Ipad.
The only thing I don't like is the high price. I just hope that they don't come out with a version 3 in a few months like the Ipad.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Keith
Amazon Verified Purchase
This lens is simply the best in class. Auto focus is very fast and the images are tack sharp. It is light enough to be usable for handheld shots for brief periods, especially with the third level of image stabilization. Better still, use a monopod or tripod for any extended shooting.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Andrei Duman
I did a ton of research before i bought this lens. It is not cheap and wanted to make sure that it would serve my needs. It is a massive lens, the hood on it also makes it a formidable weapon and scares little children. It comes in the Canon suitcase which is quite sturdy...a much needed accessory. I took this on a safari to 4 countries in Africa and that came in very handy. It has 2 handles and is just the right size to fit in on small planes. In terms of the lens quality it is quite simply brilliant. It is so sharp that when i was trying to photograph a lion that was in the tall grass i struggled as it would be focusing on the blades of grass and then the lion. I had to switch to manual zoom. It is super fast and the quality of the glass is probably the best in the Canon lineup. I also bought the 1.4ExIII which (although i wont do a review on this here) was a brilliant addition to the larger lenses. Canon has really stepped it on the Extenders (i had the 1.4ExII and the difference is very visible). I also have the 300 2.8L and the extra reach is very welcomed. It is a little heavy, even though it is a great deal lighter than the last version, so using a bean bag was massively welcomed. It can be handheld but you will get tired.
I would highly recommend this lens to anyone. Buy it....it is a lot but you will get awesome images and will have it for a long time. Simply flawless!!!
Check out some of the images here:
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I would highly recommend this lens to anyone. Buy it....it is a lot but you will get awesome images and will have it for a long time. Simply flawless!!!
Check out some of the images here:
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Dalepa
If your serious about wildlife photography, this is a must have lens. I have spent 6 months now with the 500mmf4ii, and this lens delivers.
My Canon 300 f2.8 IS is an amazing lens, however I was immediately blown away with the IQ of the 500mmf4ii over the 300mm.
I only handhold, so weight was an important factor in choosing this lens over the 600 f4 II. I am able to stableized handhold the 500mm and 1.4x lens for more than 20 seconds which meet my needs.
The price is high, but if lens price trends continue, this lens will go much higher in price.
My Canon 300 f2.8 IS is an amazing lens, however I was immediately blown away with the IQ of the 500mmf4ii over the 300mm.
I only handhold, so weight was an important factor in choosing this lens over the 600 f4 II. I am able to stableized handhold the 500mm and 1.4x lens for more than 20 seconds which meet my needs.
The price is high, but if lens price trends continue, this lens will go much higher in price.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
This lens is incredible. I sold my Super-Multi-Coated TAKUMAR 1:4.5/500mm because it had problems with chromatic abberation.
This lens has a fluoride lens element that corrects the chromatic abberation. It has Image Stabilization and Auto-Focus. This lens is incredible. It's fairly light because of the magnesium and titanium construction. It has a case and a strap. I had to buy a 52mm filter holder because the one that came with it only holds gelatin filters. It really is good to have a circular polarizing filter inside the lens.
The coating is perfect. I have no flare or other apparitions.
This lens is heavy duty. I sure it will last my whole lifetime. It's expensive but incredible.
This lens has a fluoride lens element that corrects the chromatic abberation. It has Image Stabilization and Auto-Focus. This lens is incredible. It's fairly light because of the magnesium and titanium construction. It has a case and a strap. I had to buy a 52mm filter holder because the one that came with it only holds gelatin filters. It really is good to have a circular polarizing filter inside the lens.
The coating is perfect. I have no flare or other apparitions.
This lens is heavy duty. I sure it will last my whole lifetime. It's expensive but incredible.
