Samyang
Samyang 22697 MF 500mm F8.0 Mirror Lens MFT Telephoto
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Explore Distant Worlds with the Samyang 500mm Mirror Lens The Samyang MF 500mm F8.0 Mirror Lens is a compact telephoto lens designed for DSLR and CSC cameras with a Micro Four Thirds mount. Its unique mirror design allows for a long focal length in a surprisingly small package, making it ideal fo...
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Overview
Explore Distant Worlds with the Samyang 500mm Mirror Lens
The Samyang MF 500mm F8.0 Mirror Lens is a compact telephoto lens designed for DSLR and CSC cameras with a Micro Four Thirds mount. Its unique mirror design allows for a long focal length in a surprisingly small package, making it ideal for travel and wildlife photography.
Specifications:
- Brand: Samyang
- Model: 22697
- Focal Length: 500mm
- Aperture: F8.0 (fixed)
- Mount: MFT (Micro Four Thirds)
- Focus: Manual Focus
- Filter Diameter: 72mm (Front), 30.5mm (Rear)
Key Features
Samyang 500mm F8.0 Mirror Tele Lens and T2 Adapter for MFT - Mirror Lens with T2 Connector and Adapter for Micro Four Thirds Connection Manual Focus Includes 3 Filters
Suitable for: Olympus Pen-F, E-M1 Mark II; Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9, DMC-G81M, GH4, G81, G70, GX80, GH5M, GH5, GH5s, G9EG, G9LEG, G9MEG and others.
High quality compact mirrorTelephoto lens – 500mm focal length at full format. Durable construction, intricately made. Thanks to mirror lens technology, less than 9 cm in length.
Distinctive images and unique bokeh – The design creates images with extremely low aberration. In the Bokeh, highlight lights always make small rings.
Box contents: 1 x Samyang 500mm F8.0 lens lens, 1 x 2 grey filter, 1 x 4 grey filter, 1 x Skylight filter, 1 x storage bag, 2 x lens caps, 1 x Kipon T2 adapter for MFT mount.
Specifications
Focal Length
500mm
Aperture
F8.0
Lens Type
Mirror Telephoto
Mount Compatibility
Micro Four Thirds (MFT) with T2 adapter
Included Accessories
2 Grey Filters, 1 Skylight Filter, Storage Bag, 2 Lens Caps, Kipon T2 Adapter
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Length
Less than 9 cm
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a powerful 500mm focal length for significant telephoto reach in photography.
- Features a compact mirror lens technology, making it less than 9 cm in length for portability.
- Designed to produce distinctive images with unique bokeh characteristics, creating circular highlight rings.
- Includes 3 filters (2 grey filters, 1 skylight filter) and a storage bag for immediate use and protection.
- Comes with a T2 Adapter for Micro Four Thirds connection, ensuring compatibility with relevant camera systems.
👎 Cons
- As a manual focus lens, it requires precise manual adjustment, which may be challenging for fast-moving subjects.
- The F8.0 aperture is fixed and relatively narrow, limiting its performance in low-light conditions.
- Mirror lens design inherently creates ring-shaped bokeh, which may not be desirable for all photographic styles.
- Requires a T2 connector and adapter for specific camera mounts, which adds a component to the setup.
- Only compatible with Micro Four Thirds (MFT) cameras as specified, limiting its use with other camera systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the focal length of this Samyang lens?
This Samyang lens has a fixed focal length of 500mm, providing a powerful telephoto capability.
Is this a manual or autofocus lens?
This is a manual focus (MF) lens, requiring the user to manually adjust the focus.
What kind of cameras is this lens compatible with?
It comes with a T2 adapter for Micro Four Thirds (MFT) connection, making it suitable for compatible MFT cameras like specific Olympus Pen-F and Panasonic Lumix models.
Are there any filters included with the lens?
Yes, the lens includes two grey filters and one skylight filter, along with a storage bag.
What type of bokeh does this mirror lens produce?
The design of this mirror lens creates unique bokeh where highlight lights always appear as small rings in the background.
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