Focal length 500 mm
Maximum aperture f/5.6
Minimum aperture f/32
Lens construction 19 elements in 11 groups (including 3 ED lens elements, 1 PF (phase Fresnel) lens element, lens elements with Nano-Crystal coatings, and a fluorine-coated front lens element)
Angle of view Nikon FX-format D-SLR cameras: 5°, Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 3° 10'
Minimum focus distance 3.0 m (9.8 ft) from focal plane
Vibration reduction Yes
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Filter attachment size 95 mm (P = 1.0 mm)
Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) Approx. 106 mm maximum diameter x 237 mm (distance from camera lens mount flange)
Weight Approx. 1460 g (3 lb 3.5 oz)
Supplied accessories LC-95 95 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, HB-84 Bayonet Hood, CL-M5 Lens Case