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product_id: 2116362
title: "High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Canon EOS 80D, 90D, Rebel T3, T3i, T5, T5i, T6i, T6s, T7, T7I, T8I, SL3, 60D, 70D, 5D, EOS5D IV, 6D II, 7D II SLR Cameras"
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price: "VT50315"
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reviews_count: 6
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# 500mm/1000mm dual focal length Low dispersion multi-coated optics Manual focus & aperture control High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Canon EOS 80D, 90D, Rebel T3, T3i, T5, T5i, T6i, T6s, T7, T7I, T8I, SL3, 60D, 70D, 5D, EOS5D IV, 6D II, 7D II SLR Cameras

**Brand:** big mike's
**Price:** VT50315
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔍 Zoom into the extraordinary — see what others miss!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Canon EOS 80D, 90D, Rebel T3, T3i, T5, T5i, T6i, T6s, T7, T7I, T8I, SL3, 60D, 70D, 5D, EOS5D IV, 6D II, 7D II SLR Cameras by big mike's
- **How much does it cost?** VT50315 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/2116362-high-power-500mm-1000mm-f-8-manual-telephoto-lens-canon)

## 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

- • **Reach Beyond Limits:** 500mm base focal length with 2X teleconverter for an epic 1000mm zoom—capture distant wildlife or celestial wonders like never before.
- • **Crystal-Clear Imagery:** High index, low dispersion multi-coated glass minimizes chromatic aberration for sharp, vibrant photos every time.
- • **Precision in Your Hands:** Full manual focus and aperture control empower you to craft every shot with artistic finesse and exactitude.
- • **Built to Brave the Outdoors:** Robust, durable construction with a sleek black finish stands up to rugged shooting conditions—your adventure-ready partner.
- • **Seamless Canon Compatibility:** EF-Mount design ensures effortless integration with a wide range of Canon DSLR models for instant readiness.

## Overview

This high-power 500mm/1000mm f/8 manual telephoto lens for Canon DSLRs offers exceptional magnification with a 2X teleconverter, precision manual controls, and advanced multi-coated optics for sharp, clear images. Compatible with EF-Mount Canon cameras, it’s built tough for outdoor photography, making it an ideal choice for wildlife, sports, and astrophotography enthusiasts seeking professional-level reach without breaking the bank.

## Description

desertcart.com : High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Canon EOS 80D, 90D, Rebel T3, T3i, T5, T5i, T6i, T6s, T7, T7I, T8I, SL3, 60D, 70D, 5D, EOS5D IV, 6D II, 7D II SLR Cameras : Electronics

Review: Awesome - Bought a Canon EOS Rebel T7 and ordered the lens, and it worked perfectly. It was well worth the money and works fantastic. Lens quality was very good and the zoom range was just what I needed. It was bought for an upcoming trip to Yellowstone and Grand Teton. It is manual focus and for best results you should have a tripod for long distance ( it is long and since you have a heartbeat it will shake without support ). My opinion….. for the money…… awesome
Review: Can't believe that I almost returned this. - Not sure exactly what I was expecting...something between a useless toy and cheap-n-good. Mostly, something to get a better idea of how long a lens I'll want when it comes time to buy a 'real' supertelephoto (I.E.: mortgage my life for a Canon "L"). I've been shooting with SLRs and now DSLRs for a half-century, but somehow I've never used anything longer than 200mm. I figured that 500mm would be another world--and it is. None of the review examples posted here gave me more than hint at what this lens would do, but I bought one anyway. Mine came branded Vivitar, but that doesn't mean much of anything these days. It's reasonably pretty and the T-mount-to-EF adapter mated nicely. It focuses past infinity. Focus is smooth if a bit stiff, and the f-stop detents are positive. The stop-down ring is much too stiff for my taste. I have no interest in the 2x teleconverter. It has a minimally effective AR coating, but I wasn't expecting any. I thought that it might be a simple telescope at this price. But being physically shorter than it's effective focal length, it is a real telephoto lens. After a much less than successful attempt at taking shots of the moon, I was convinced that I wouldn't learn much from it. So I requested a return. The night that I was packing it up to ship back, I decided to give it another chance. Just an informal quickie. Printed up part of the standard ISO 12233 target and taped it to a toolbox 3 rooms with open doors away, for about 32 feet. An ancient Canon 1D MkII N was all that was handy, but it's 8.2M pixels were fine for this test. (APS-H sensor, so 500mm x 1.3 = 650mm equivalent.) f/16 (two stops down) for more sharpness and depth of field, indoors at 1/5 second and ISO100. The three pix I've posted are the same photo, full frame resized to the maximum width of a review photo, plus two crops at 100% (400x420). Otherwise, straight from the camera. As printed, the finest pitch of the lines on the target measured 1/32". So this lens is resolving a surprising 32 lines per inch at 32 feet, with decent contrast and only moderate chromatic aberration. If you've stared at many resolution targets, you'll appreciate at how good that is for any lens in this price range. (Check out reviews of the Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM to see how much sharpness $9k will buy,) Now, cheap lenses like this generally have a lot of unit-to-unit variation in quality, and I wasn't getting that kind of resolution throughout the frame (at least partly because the paper target wasn't lying completely flat). YMMV. Some other caveats: There aren't many tripods that are solid enough (mine wasn't) for a resolution test at this slow shutter speed and I was in too much of a hurry to figure out how to lock up the mirror. Plus, this lens is physically very light adding little mass for stability. So I put the camera on a heavy table, shimmed the lens up to a useful angle, and used the self-timer. The rule-of-thumb for hand held without image stabilization is a maximum exposure time that is the reciprocal of the focal length. So 1/500 second for a 500mm lens. But that’s the maximum for reasonable sharpness with a reasonably stead hand. To show off this lens' sharpness, maybe an extra stop or two faster shutter when out and about. Sunny16 would suggest full daylight at f/16, 1/1000 second and ISO1000. At f/8 wide open, this is a mighty slow (dim) lens. I wasn't able to get an accurate focus indoors without a 2.5x viewfinder attachment, and even that was a challenge with 20-20 and OK night vision. Conclusions? 500mm is probably somewhat more than I want on a full-frame body and about half what I'd like from a telescope. I really will need to rent an expensive lens before popping the cash to purchase, but this gives me a rough starting point. All said and done, I'm glad that I bought it, and will definitely keep it to fool around with.

## Features

- High Power Telephoto Lens - Achieve superior image quality with our 500mm/1000mm f/8 manual telephoto lens for Canon DSLR cameras. The high index, low dispersion multi-coated optical glass assures clear, sharp photos every time.
- EF-Mount Compatibility - Compatible with EF-Mount, this 500mm lens secures to your DSLR with ease, maximizing camera-lens integration for superior picture quality. This feature ensures sharp, detailed shots every time.
- Exceptional Magnification - The 2X Teleconverter doubles the lens power to a groundbreaking 1000mm. Whether you're capturing elusive wildlife, distant landscapes, or celestial wonders, this lens brings your subjects closer than you ever thought possible.
- Manual Precision - Fine-tune your shots with manual focus and aperture, giving you complete creative control over your images allowing unparalleled creative expression and versatility.
- Durability- Built to withstand the rigors of outdoor shooting, the lens features a robust black finish and durable construction, making it a reliable companion for your photographic adventures.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00KMEPHF2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #27 in Digital Camera Accessory Kits |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (2,353) |
| Date First Available | October 31, 2012 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Item model number | LYSB00KMEPHF2-ELECTRNCS |
| Manufacturer | Big Mike's |
| Product Dimensions | 14.6 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Big Mike's
- **Camera Lens Description:** 1000 month
- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Focal Length Description:** Telephoto
- **Lens Type:** Telephoto, Teleconverter

## Images

![High-Power 500mm/1000mm f/8 Manual Telephoto Lens for Canon EOS 80D, 90D, Rebel T3, T3i, T5, T5i, T6i, T6s, T7, T7I, T8I, SL3, 60D, 70D, 5D, EOS5D IV, 6D II, 7D II SLR Cameras - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FDeeiFRUL.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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome
*by T***A on December 31, 2025*

Bought a Canon EOS Rebel T7 and ordered the lens, and it worked perfectly. It was well worth the money and works fantastic. Lens quality was very good and the zoom range was just what I needed. It was bought for an upcoming trip to Yellowstone and Grand Teton. It is manual focus and for best results you should have a tripod for long distance ( it is long and since you have a heartbeat it will shake without support ). My opinion….. for the money…… awesome

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Can't believe that I almost returned this.
*by 1***E on October 28, 2019*

Not sure exactly what I was expecting...something between a useless toy and cheap-n-good. Mostly, something to get a better idea of how long a lens I'll want when it comes time to buy a 'real' supertelephoto (I.E.: mortgage my life for a Canon "L"). I've been shooting with SLRs and now DSLRs for a half-century, but somehow I've never used anything longer than 200mm. I figured that 500mm would be another world--and it is. None of the review examples posted here gave me more than hint at what this lens would do, but I bought one anyway. Mine came branded Vivitar, but that doesn't mean much of anything these days. It's reasonably pretty and the T-mount-to-EF adapter mated nicely. It focuses past infinity. Focus is smooth if a bit stiff, and the f-stop detents are positive. The stop-down ring is much too stiff for my taste. I have no interest in the 2x teleconverter. It has a minimally effective AR coating, but I wasn't expecting any. I thought that it might be a simple telescope at this price. But being physically shorter than it's effective focal length, it is a real telephoto lens. After a much less than successful attempt at taking shots of the moon, I was convinced that I wouldn't learn much from it. So I requested a return. The night that I was packing it up to ship back, I decided to give it another chance. Just an informal quickie. Printed up part of the standard ISO 12233 target and taped it to a toolbox 3 rooms with open doors away, for about 32 feet. An ancient Canon 1D MkII N was all that was handy, but it's 8.2M pixels were fine for this test. (APS-H sensor, so 500mm x 1.3 = 650mm equivalent.) f/16 (two stops down) for more sharpness and depth of field, indoors at 1/5 second and ISO100. The three pix I've posted are the same photo, full frame resized to the maximum width of a review photo, plus two crops at 100% (400x420). Otherwise, straight from the camera. As printed, the finest pitch of the lines on the target measured 1/32". So this lens is resolving a surprising 32 lines per inch at 32 feet, with decent contrast and only moderate chromatic aberration. If you've stared at many resolution targets, you'll appreciate at how good that is for any lens in this price range. (Check out reviews of the Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM to see how much sharpness $9k will buy,) Now, cheap lenses like this generally have a lot of unit-to-unit variation in quality, and I wasn't getting that kind of resolution throughout the frame (at least partly because the paper target wasn't lying completely flat). YMMV. Some other caveats: There aren't many tripods that are solid enough (mine wasn't) for a resolution test at this slow shutter speed and I was in too much of a hurry to figure out how to lock up the mirror. Plus, this lens is physically very light adding little mass for stability. So I put the camera on a heavy table, shimmed the lens up to a useful angle, and used the self-timer. The rule-of-thumb for hand held without image stabilization is a maximum exposure time that is the reciprocal of the focal length. So 1/500 second for a 500mm lens. But that’s the maximum for reasonable sharpness with a reasonably stead hand. To show off this lens' sharpness, maybe an extra stop or two faster shutter when out and about. Sunny16 would suggest full daylight at f/16, 1/1000 second and ISO1000. At f/8 wide open, this is a mighty slow (dim) lens. I wasn't able to get an accurate focus indoors without a 2.5x viewfinder attachment, and even that was a challenge with 20-20 and OK night vision. Conclusions? 500mm is probably somewhat more than I want on a full-frame body and about half what I'd like from a telescope. I really will need to rent an expensive lens before popping the cash to purchase, but this gives me a rough starting point. All said and done, I'm glad that I bought it, and will definitely keep it to fool around with.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cheap Lens for fun
*by S***S on February 9, 2023*

I got this lens a LONG time ago(2016), it was stolen in 2020 but I was looking to get a new one and funny this is the one I was looking at again without relized it WAS the one I owned. I used it on my eoS t6i and it worked fine, NO auto focus dose NOT work. This is a cheap lens it dose NOT have the conetors for auto focus, this dose not impact the usage of the lens, you just need to do it yourself. stabilization is hard, you HAVE use a tripod. One review said the mount did not work on their canon camera and they said it scrached their camera, HOWEVER, when you look at the photo of their camera they are using an EOS R which is in canon's mirrorless line of camera and ONLY works on RF mounts. This lens is for EF mounts as stated in the listing, it dose no say it works for RF and WILL NOT work for RF. Just the same as RF mounts wont work on EF mounts. That's on them for not reading. PLEASE find out what mount your camera uses before buying!

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