Rokinon
Rokinon ED500M 500mm F/6.3 Mirror Lens
★★★★★
F/6.3
Explore Distant Subjects with a Powerful Telephoto Reach The Rokinon ED500M 500mm F/6.3 Mirror Lens offers a cost-effective solution for capturing stunning telephoto images. Ideal for sports and nature photography, this lens delivers sharp, vivid images with a unique donut-shaped bokeh. Specific...
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Overview
Explore Distant Subjects with a Powerful Telephoto Reach
The Rokinon ED500M 500mm F/6.3 Mirror Lens offers a cost-effective solution for capturing stunning telephoto images. Ideal for sports and nature photography, this lens delivers sharp, vivid images with a unique donut-shaped bokeh.
Specifications:
- Focal Length: 500mm
- Aperture: F/6.3
- Mount: T-Mount (adapter required, sold separately)
- Color: White
Key Features
Aperture: Fixed F/6.3
7 Elements in 6 Groups
Filter Size: 95mm
Minimum Focusing Distance: 6.1 ft
Includes lens caps, lens pouch, instruction manual, and 1 year Rokinon warranty
Specifications
Focal Length
500mm
Aperture
Fixed F/6.3
Optical Construction
7 Elements in 6 Groups
Filter Size
95mm
Minimum Focusing Distance
6.1 ft
Included Accessories
Lens caps, lens pouch, instruction manual
Warranty
1 year Rokinon warranty
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a powerful 500mm focal length, ideal for long-distance photography of distant subjects
- Features a fixed F/6.3 aperture, providing consistent light gathering capabilities for telephoto shots
- Designed with 7 elements in 6 groups, contributing to the optical performance of the lens
- Includes both lens caps and a protective lens pouch for secure transport and storage
- Comes with a 1-year Rokinon warranty, offering assurance for your purchase
- Achieves a minimum focusing distance of 6.1 ft, allowing for relatively close focus on distant subjects
- Utilizes a 95mm filter size, accommodating larger filters for creative control or protection
👎 Cons
- The fixed F/6.3 aperture means there is no flexibility to adjust depth of field or light intake
- As a mirror lens, it produces distinct donut-shaped bokeh that may not be desired by all photographers
- Manual focus operation requires precise user input, which can be challenging for fast-moving subjects
- The long 500mm focal length can make handheld shooting difficult without stabilization, which is not mentioned
- Lack of autofocus functionality may slow down acquisition of subjects in dynamic shooting scenarios
- At a fixed 500mm, it offers no zoom capability, requiring physical repositioning for framing adjustments
- The lens design may result in lower contrast compared to traditional refractive lenses
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the aperture of this Rokinon mirror lens?
This Rokinon ED500M 500mm lens features a fixed aperture of F/6.3, meaning it cannot be adjusted.
Is this a zoom lens?
No, the Rokinon ED500M is a fixed focal length lens at 500mm, so it does not offer zoom capabilities.
What is the closest distance I can focus with this lens?
The minimum focusing distance for this lens is 6.1 feet, allowing you to focus on subjects that are relatively close for a telephoto lens.
Does the lens come with any accessories?
Yes, the lens includes lens caps, a lens pouch for protection, and an instruction manual, along with a 1-year Rokinon warranty.
What size filters does this lens accept?
This Rokinon 500mm mirror lens is designed to accommodate filters with a 95mm diameter.
Is the focus operation manual or autofocus?
This lens is a manual focus lens, requiring the user to adjust focus manually.
How many optical elements does the lens have?
The Rokinon ED500M 500mm F/6.3 Mirror Lens is constructed with 7 elements arranged in 6 groups for its optical design.
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