Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM Lens

The Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM is a high-performance L-series super telephoto prime lens engineered for professional sports, wildlife, and nature photographers requiring exceptional reach, fast optical performance, and rugged reliability. Equipped with two fluorite elements and four aspherical elements, its advanced optical construction effectively eliminates chromatic and spherical aberrations to deliver exceptional sharpness, contrast, and color fidelity. A Sub Wavelength Coating suppresses flare and ghosting in harsh lighting, while a fast f/4 maximum aperture enables precise depth-of-field control and low-light capability. Built with weather-sealed L-series construction, a ring-type USM for rapid autofocus, Power Focus for smooth video control, and a 4-stop Image Stabilizer with three distinct IS modes, this lens delivers outstanding handling and image clarity in demanding field conditions.

Key Features & Specifications

* Super Telephoto Performance: Provides a 500mm focal length on full-frame Canon EF DSLRs (800mm equivalent on APS-C bodies), compatible with EF 1.4x and 2x teleconverters.
* Fast f/4 Maximum Aperture: Enables effective low-light capture and isolates subjects with smooth background blur via a 9-blade rounded diaphragm.
* Fluorite & Aspherical Optics: Features two fluorite elements and four aspherical elements to minimize distortion and optical aberrations across the frame.
* 4-Stop Optical Image Stabilization: Incorporates three IS modes—Standard, Panning, and Exposure-Only activation—to stabilize handheld and monopod shooting.
* Ultrasonic Motor & Advanced Focus Controls: Ring-type USM provides fast, silent AF with full-time manual override, Focus Preset recall, a 3-range Focus Limiter, and dual-speed Power Focus for video.
* Professional L-Series Build: Fully weather-sealed construction against dust and moisture with protective fluorine coatings on outer glass elements.

Condition, Included Accessories & Notes
– Includes rear lens cap, front soft cover/cap, lens hood, tripod foot, original hard case, and drop-in filter.