Sigma 500 mm F4.5 EX DG HSM APO vs Nikon Nikkor MF 500 mm f/8 Reflex
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| Compare | Fastest Aperture | Lightest |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Wildlife | Wildlife |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Aperture | f/4.5 | f/8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | - |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 4 m | - |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 3100 g | 1000 g |
| Length | 349.5 mm | 142 mm |
| Diameter | 123 mm | 93 mm |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 82 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2005 | 1968 |
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Comparing Sigma 500 mm F4.5 EX DG HSM APO (500 mm, f/4.5) and Nikon Nikkor MF 500 mm f/8 Reflex (500 mm, f/8).
Nikon Nikkor MF 500 mm f/8 Reflex is the lightest at 1000 g, Sigma 500 mm F4.5 EX DG HSM APO weighs 3100 g.
Sigma 500 mm F4.5 EX DG HSM APO offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/4.5, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
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