Sigma 500mm f/4.5 EX DG IF HSM APO Telephoto Lens for Nikon SLR Cameras

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Brand: Sigma
Category: Photography

Buy New: $4,699.00

New (2) from $4,699.00

Media: Electronics
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Maximum Focal Length: 500
Minimum Focal Length: 500
Shipping Weight (lbs): 11.9
Dimensions (in): 17.9 x 10.1 x 9.8

MPN: B0009F3MN8
Model: B0009F3MN8
UPC: 085126184551
EAN: 0085126184551
ASIN: B0009F3MN8

Release Date: June 10, 2005
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Features:

•	Fast maximum aperture telephoto lens optimized for digital SLR cameras.
•	Fully compatible with all Nikon Digital SLR cameras including the D40 and D40X
•	Most effective coating for minimizing flare and ghost.
•	Two Extraordinary Low Dispersion (ELD) glass elements produce excellent image quality.
•	Accepts both 1.4X and 2X APO EX Tele-Converters. The lens can be used as a 700mm MF or a 1000mm MF ultra-telephoto lens.

Accessories:

•	Lowepro Lens Trekker 600 AW All-Weather Photo Backpack
•	LensPEN Lens Cleaning System
•	LensPen LENODP1 Outdoor Pro Kit
•	LensPen LENPNK1 Panamatic Plus Kit with Panamatic, Arcsoft Stitching Software
•	Purosol 10002 2oz Optical Cleaner

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Product Description
Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the 500 F4.5 APO EX DG HSM lens. It is fully compatible with all Nikon Digital SLR cameras including the D40 and D40X This ultra-telephoto lens has a fast maximum aperture, and also features a new super multi-layer coating, which optimizes the characteristics of digital SLR cameras.Two ELD glass elements in the front lens elements reduce chromatic aberration to a minimum and also ensure sharp, quality images of high contrast. The overall length of the lens does not change during focusing, ensuring convenient handling and ease of use. The AF drive for Sigma SA, Canon and Nikon S.L.R. cameras features Sigma's ultra-quiet and high-speed Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM). It also features a drop-in 46mm filter holder in the rear part of the lens barrel, which can be rotated to facilitate the use of filters, including a polarizing filter. By adding an APO teleconverter (optional extra), you can use this lens as a 700mmm F6.3 MF ultra-telephoto lens with a 1.4X EX teleconverter, or as a 1000mm F9 MF ultra-telephoto lens with a 2X teleconverter.