Super telephoto

Full frame

MTO 500mm f/8

3.6

(1 reviews)

Optical: 4.0

Mechanical: 3.0

Value: 1.0

Focal Length

500mm

Aperture

f/8

Mount

M39, M42

Weight

830g

MTO 500mm f/8 is a manual focus super telephoto lens for full frame cameras.

Physical characteristics

Weights 830 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 190 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.

MTO 500mm f/8 purchase history

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Purchases (218)

Aug 13, 2025$46.00
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What is the MTO 500mm f/8?

MTO 500mm f/8 is a camera lens with 500mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/8/8, for the M39, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 830g.

Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

eBay Auctions

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Technical Specifications

Optical

Focal Length500mm

Aperturef/8

Min Focus Distance4m

FocusingManual Focus

Physical

Weight830g

Length190mm

Filter Thread77mm

MountM39, M42

FormatFull frame

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Reviews

Yuki Takahashi3.6/5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MTO 500mm f/8?

MTO 500mm f/8 is a camera lens with 500mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/8/8, for the M39, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 830g.

What mount is the MTO 500mm f/8 compatible with?

MTO 500mm f/8 uses a M39, M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the MTO 500mm f/8 cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the MTO 500mm f/8 typically sells for around $11.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the MTO 500mm f/8 a good lens?

MTO 500mm f/8 has a community rating of 3.6/5 from 1 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the MTO 500mm f/8?

Similar lenses include Bushnell 400mm f/6.3, Ensinor 500mm f/8 Mirror Multi-Coated, Fokinar 400mm f/6.3.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€180.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

3.6

Optical4.0/5

Mechanical3.0/5

Value1.0/5

Bokeh1.0/5

Usability4.0/5

Based on 1 reviewer