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MTO-500 500mm f/8 mirror lens

500 mm · f/8 · M39/1

The MTO-500 500mm f/8 mirror lens is a 500 mm prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/8 for the M39/1 mount. Here are its field of view on different sensors, hyperfocal distances and the cameras it fits.

Focal length
500 mm
Max aperture
f/8
Mount
M39/1
Designed for
1.53× crop

Field of view by sensor

SensorDiagonal angle of view35 mm equivalent
APS-C (1.5×)3.2°765 mm
Canon APS-C (1.6×)3.1°800 mm
Micro Four Thirds2.5°1000 mm

Hyperfocal distance

Focal lengthf/8f/11f/16
500 mm1593 m1159 m797 m

Circle of confusion 0.020 mm (sensor size the lens is designed for).

Where to buy

B&H PhotoAmazonKEH (used)MPB (used)

FAQ

What is the MTO-500 500mm f/8 mirror lens equivalent to on APS-C?
It is designed for a 1.53× sensor, giving a full-frame equivalent of 764 mm.