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Kowa 500mm f/5.6 FL Lens/Scope
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Kowa 500mm f/5.6 FL Lens/Scope

SKU: KWTP556
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Kowa 500mm F/5.6 Specifications

General

General

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  • Brand

    Kowa

  • MPN

    TP556*

  • Lens Series

    None

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Telephoto

  • Lens Mount

    T-Mount

  • Format Compatibility

    Four Thirds

Focus

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  • Focus Type

    Manual Focus

  • Focusing Technology

    Not Applicable

  • Closest Focus Distance

    118" / 300cm

  • Distance Information

    N/A

  • Built-In Motor

    Not Applicable

Optics

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  • Focal Length

    500mm

  • Angle Of View

    4.9 deg.

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    N/A

  • Coverage

    N/A

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/11

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/5.6

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.5x

  • Lens Coating

    N/A

  • Aspherical Elements

    N/A

  • ED Glass Elements

    N/A

  • Filter Size

    95mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    7 Elements / 7 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    9

  • Dimensions

    4.0 x 13.4" (101.6 x 340 mm)

  • Weight

    70oz / 1968g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    None

  • Tripod Collar

    Yes

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    N/A

  • Dust Resistant

    N/A

Other

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  • UPC Code

    879110004495

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About Kowa 500mm F/5.6

The Kowa 500mm f/5.6 FL Telephoto Lens/Scope is a versatile 500mm long telephoto lens that can be adapted for use with Canon, Nikon, Pentax or Micro 4/3 cameras with optional adapters. There are also optional adapters available that will turn this lens into a 350mm lens or an 850mm lens. It may also be adapted for use as a spotting scope using a separate optional adapter.

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What's in the box:

  • Kowa 500mm f/5.6 FL Telephoto Lens/Scope
  • Front and Rear Lens Caps
  • Lens Hood
  • Kowa Warranty