Nikon 500mm f/4E FL ED VR vs 500mm f/4G ED VR Specs Comparison
Here is the list of specs comparison between the new Nikon 500mm f/4E FL ED VR lens and the previous Nikon 500mm f/4G ED VR lens. You can take a look at the key differences between the two Nikkor lenses.
Optimized for fast shooting speeds and working in difficult conditions, the new AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR is an impressive telephoto designed for Nikon FX-format DSLRs. The sophisticated optical design incorporates two fluorite and three extra-low dispersion elements to control chromatic aberrations and distortions, as well as lessen the overall weight of the lens.
Nikon 500mm f/4E FL ED VR vs 500mm f/4G ED VR Specs Comparison
Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4E FL ED VR | Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4G ED VR | |
Focal Length | 500mm | 500mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/4 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
Format | FX/35mm | FX/35mm |
Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) | 3°10′ | 3°10′ |
Maximum Angle of View (FX-format) | 5°00′ | 5° |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.14x | 0.14x |
Lens Elements | 16 | 14 |
Lens Groups | 12 | 11 |
Compatible Format(s) | FX
DX FX in DX Crop Mode 35mm Film |
FX
DX FX in DX Crop Mode 35mm Film |
VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
Nano Crystal Coat | Yes | Yes |
ED Glass Elements | 3 | 3 |
Aspherical Elements | — | — |
Super Integrated Coating | Yes | Yes |
AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) | Yes | Yes |
Internal Focusing | Yes | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance | 11.9ft.(3.6m) | 12.6ft.(4.0m) |
Close Range Correction | — | — |
Focus Mode | Manual
Manual/Auto Auto/Manual Memory Recall |
Auto
Manual Manual/Auto Auto/Manual |
Rear Focusing | — | — |
Filter Size | 40.5mm | 52mm |
Accepts Filter Type | Slip-in | Slip-in |
Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 5.5in.(140mm) x 15.2in.(387.0mm) Based on CIPA Standard | 5.5in.(139.5mm) x 15.4in.(391mm) |
Approx. Weight | 109oz. (3090g) Based on CIPA Standard | 136.9oz. (3,880g) |
Price | $10,296.95 | $8,295.00 |
Buy now | Amazon / B&H | Amazon / B&H |
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