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product_id: 2116343
title: "Big Mike’s High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Nikon DSLR, Black"
brand: "big mike's"
price: "VT38649"
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reviews_count: 5
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# Low-dispersion glass 500mm focal length 1000mm with teleconverter Big Mike’s High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Nikon DSLR, Black

**Brand:** big mike's
**Price:** VT38649
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate Your Photography Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Big Mike’s High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Nikon DSLR, Black by big mike's
- **How much does it cost?** VT38649 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/2116343-big-mike-s-high-power-500mm-1000mm-f-8-manual)

## Best For

- big mike's enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted big mike's brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Flare-Free Excellence:** Experience crystal-clear shots with high index, low-dispersion multi-coated optical glass.
- • **Ready for Any Adventure:** 67mm filter thread allows for creative customization with your favorite filters.
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Easily attach to digital and 35mm Nikon DSLR cameras with the T-mount adapter.
- • **Unleash Your Inner Photographer:** Capture stunning images with a powerful 500mm focal length.
- • **Double the Power, Double the Fun:** Transform your lens into a 1000mm powerhouse with the included 2X Teleconverter.

## Overview

Big Mike’s High-Power Telephoto Lens offers a remarkable 500mm focal length, expandable to 1000mm with a 2X Teleconverter. Designed for Nikon DSLR cameras, it features high index, low-dispersion multi-coated optical glass to minimize flare, ensuring your shots are always crisp and vibrant. The lens includes a T-mount adapter for seamless compatibility and a 67mm filter thread for added versatility.

## Description

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Review: Excellent Lens - I'm a birder and like to photograph birds in the wild. However, I found that my 85-200 zoom lens with auto-focus was not powerful enough to get details I wanted of the birds. I also found that the auto-focus often times focused on something other than the birds. I purchased this 500mm lens based on the manufacturer, the inclusion of the doubler, the warranty, and the price. Big Mike's included detailed instructions and FAQ's with the package that provided excellent information for setting the lens and taking photographs. It does take some getting used to, especially if you've relied on auto-focus. I had to practice finding the subject since the field of view is smaller, but that came fairly quickly. The camera must be set on manual or shutter priority since the aperture opening is set on the lens. The nice thing about digital cameras is that I can practice a lot with different aperture settings, shutter speeds, and ISO (film speed). I found that, in good light, I can get excellent photos with a shutter speed of 1/500th of a second, aperture at f11, and ISO at 400, especially if my subject is moving. In darker conditions, 1/100th shutter speed, f8, and ISO 1600 works great. If you want to tweak things between aperture settings of f11 and f22, there is another ring on the lens that will open/close the aperture between the adjacent stops. Maximum settings are f8 and f32. With this lens, I've taken some great pictures of birds, both while stationary and flying. I also used the doubler and took shots of the supermoon with the camera mounted on a tripod. I'm very satisfied with this purchase and with the support provided by Big Mike's.
Review: Good Solid Lens for the Money. Very Pleased. - I'm an amateur and mostly take nature photos. I wanted a good telephoto lens but nothing expensive because I'm still learning and didn't want to invest thousands yet. I read the reviews on this lens, not just here, but on the internet as well, and was very impressed. And the price was right. I called the seller first to make sure it fit my Nikon D3500, since it's not listed, and he assured me it was and also offered a lot of tips on using the lens. Most important to know is that it is NOT auto...but since I mostly shoot in Manual mode anyway, that was not a problem for me. First...it did take me a bit of fidgeting to get the t-ring just right on the lens and then to attach to the camera, But once you do it, it's easy. The lens is not too heavy, but it's not too light either. I first tried shooting without a Tripod, and even tho my hand shook, it did take a decent photo. Once I attached it to the tripod, tho, it did take much better photos. Another thing...it does need a lot of light. So, unless you are young and strong (both of which I am not), use a tripod. Pictures on a sunny day were much better than those I took on a cloudy day, even with adjusting the ISO. Also it is a slow shooting lens, takes time to get used to the narrow viewer and focusing, so if you want a quick photo, you may miss your subject. I haven't used the 2x converter much yet, but I'm sure it will be just fine. These photos were taken on the first day I had the lens, a bright sunny day. First one is with ISO of 1600 (recommended) and the second with ISO of 800....so you see even even a sunny day, you will need a high ISO. All in all, I am very pleased with the lens. There is definitely a learning curve, but for the money, I don''t think you can do better.

## Features

- High-power 500mm telephoto focal length
- Includes T-mount adapter for digital and 35mm NIKON DSLR cameras
- High index, low-dispersion multi-coated optical glass to reduce flare
- 2X Teleconverter doubles the power of your lens to 1000mm.
- Filter thread: 67mm

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00KMFN8E8 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #135 in Digital Camera Accessory Kits |
| Brand | Big Mike's |
| Camera Lens | Big Mike's High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens: A versatile, long-range camera lens featuring a 500mm telephoto focal length that can be doubled to 1000mm using the included 2X teleconverter. The lens is constructed with multi-coated optical glass to reduce flare and offers a minimum focusing distance of 33 feet. Compatible with a wide range of Nikon DSLR and mirrorless cameras, this… |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Camera Models | Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro, Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro, Fujifilm Finepix S5 Pro |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Nikon (DX),Nikon (FX),Nikon F,Nikon F(DX), Nikon (DX), Nikon (FX), Nikon F, Nikon F(DX) |
| Compatible Devices | T1i, T2i, T3, T3i, T4, T4i T5, T5i, T6, T6i, T6s, T7, T7i, T7s, EOS 1D, EOS 5D, EOS 5D II, EOS 5D III, EOS 5D IV, EOS 6D, EOS 6D II, EOS 7D, EOS 7D II, EOS 30D, EOS 40D, EOS 50D, EOS 60D, EOS 70D, EOS 80D, EOS 90D, XS, XSI, Xti |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (1,375) |
| Exposure Control Type | Manual |
| Focal Length Description | 500 mm |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Image stabilization | Digital |
| Item Weight | 1.3 Pounds |
| Lens | Telephoto |
| Lens Coating Description | Multi-Coated |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 1000 Millimeters |
| Lens Mount | T Mount |
| Manufacturer | Big Mike's |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BMSLY500NKK2 |
| Maximum Aperture | 8 f |
| Maximum Focal Length | 500 Millimeters |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Minimum Focal Length | 500 Millimeters |
| Model Name | Long-Range Telephoto Zoom |
| Photo Filter Factor | 1 x |
| Photo Filter Size | 67 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 3.19 Degrees |
| UPC | 639713345476 |
| Warranty Description | 1 year warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 2x |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Big Mike's
- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon (DX),Nikon (FX),Nikon F,Nikon F(DX), Nikon (DX), Nikon (FX), Nikon F, Nikon F(DX)
- **Focal Length Description:** 500 mm
- **Lens Type:** Telephoto

## Images

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![Big Mike’s High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Nikon DSLR, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71DP4SxdrEL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What to do if camera shows the following message "Lens not attached"**
A: This is a fully manual lens with no electric contacts. When mounted, your camera will not detect the lens. You need to set your camera to Manual "M" mode.

**Q: How to make the shutter button work when the lens is attached?**
A: You may switch your camera to M mode or you may turn off the shutter lock option in the menu to make it work.

**Q: How to keep the subject in focus?**
A: You need to rotate the focus ring on the front body of the lens until the subject is in focus. You also need to focus with live view to achieve accurate focus. It is recommended to use a tripod and remote for stability when taking photos.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Lens
*by K***T on November 25, 2016*

I'm a birder and like to photograph birds in the wild. However, I found that my 85-200 zoom lens with auto-focus was not powerful enough to get details I wanted of the birds. I also found that the auto-focus often times focused on something other than the birds. I purchased this 500mm lens based on the manufacturer, the inclusion of the doubler, the warranty, and the price. Big Mike's included detailed instructions and FAQ's with the package that provided excellent information for setting the lens and taking photographs. It does take some getting used to, especially if you've relied on auto-focus. I had to practice finding the subject since the field of view is smaller, but that came fairly quickly. The camera must be set on manual or shutter priority since the aperture opening is set on the lens. The nice thing about digital cameras is that I can practice a lot with different aperture settings, shutter speeds, and ISO (film speed). I found that, in good light, I can get excellent photos with a shutter speed of 1/500th of a second, aperture at f11, and ISO at 400, especially if my subject is moving. In darker conditions, 1/100th shutter speed, f8, and ISO 1600 works great. If you want to tweak things between aperture settings of f11 and f22, there is another ring on the lens that will open/close the aperture between the adjacent stops. Maximum settings are f8 and f32. With this lens, I've taken some great pictures of birds, both while stationary and flying. I also used the doubler and took shots of the supermoon with the camera mounted on a tripod. I'm very satisfied with this purchase and with the support provided by Big Mike's.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Solid Lens for the Money. Very Pleased.
*by Z***A on June 3, 2020*

I'm an amateur and mostly take nature photos. I wanted a good telephoto lens but nothing expensive because I'm still learning and didn't want to invest thousands yet. I read the reviews on this lens, not just here, but on the internet as well, and was very impressed. And the price was right. I called the seller first to make sure it fit my Nikon D3500, since it's not listed, and he assured me it was and also offered a lot of tips on using the lens. Most important to know is that it is NOT auto...but since I mostly shoot in Manual mode anyway, that was not a problem for me. First...it did take me a bit of fidgeting to get the t-ring just right on the lens and then to attach to the camera, But once you do it, it's easy. The lens is not too heavy, but it's not too light either. I first tried shooting without a Tripod, and even tho my hand shook, it did take a decent photo. Once I attached it to the tripod, tho, it did take much better photos. Another thing...it does need a lot of light. So, unless you are young and strong (both of which I am not), use a tripod. Pictures on a sunny day were much better than those I took on a cloudy day, even with adjusting the ISO. Also it is a slow shooting lens, takes time to get used to the narrow viewer and focusing, so if you want a quick photo, you may miss your subject. I haven't used the 2x converter much yet, but I'm sure it will be just fine. These photos were taken on the first day I had the lens, a bright sunny day. First one is with ISO of 1600 (recommended) and the second with ISO of 800....so you see even even a sunny day, you will need a high ISO. All in all, I am very pleased with the lens. There is definitely a learning curve, but for the money, I don''t think you can do better.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A decent lens at a VERY reasonable price...
*by B***B on March 16, 2015*

I recently ordered this lens: it arrived on time and well packaged. I have taken several test shots with the 500mm alone, and with the 2x teleconverter attached (1000mm). I have no issues with the lens and the results so far have been encouraging. Instructions that come with the lens are easy to understand. The lens is fully manual, meaning you have to set both the aperture and focus "by hand". This is not a 'knock' on the lens: it was clearly identified as manual. (Note: put your camera in 'Manual' mode and set the shutter speed there). The aperture is easily set, so that isn't an issue. The focus is another matter. At such a high magnification, the slightest movement or vibration of the lens (like while turning the focus ring) makes the image in the viewfinder 'jump all over' (and the small size of the viewfinder on my Nikon camera doesn't help!) To be fair however, my tripod is of light-weight construction and not very stable to start with--I'm confident that with a solid mount, the focusing would be much easier. Anyone wanting to experiment with long lenses should consider this one: I find it to be a reasonably inexpensive way to do so and look forward to using it to advance my knowledge of photography.

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