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Nikon Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4G ED VR

500 mm · f/4 · Nikon F AF

The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4G ED VR is a 500 mm prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/4 for the Nikon F AF mount. Here are its field of view on different sensors, hyperfocal distances and the cameras it fits.

Focal length
500 mm
Max aperture
f/4
Mount
Nikon F AF
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/5.6f/8f/11f/16
500 mm2283 m1598 m1163 m799 m

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

Cameras that fit (89)

Where to buy

B&H PhotoAmazonKEH (used)MPB (used)

FAQ

What is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4G ED VR equivalent to on APS-C?
It is designed for a 1.53× sensor, giving a full-frame equivalent of 767 mm.
Which cameras is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4G ED VR compatible with?
It fits Nikon D40, Nikon D40X, Nikon D50, Nikon D60, Nikon D70 and more (see the full list above).