So much reach. So much versatility.
Capture thrilling photos and videos of wildlife, sports, aircraft and more with Nikon’s farthest reaching zoom lens for Z series mirrorless cameras. Comfortable and balanced for quick handheld shooting. Durable and weather sealed for rough conditions. Sharp and clear across the entire 180-600mm zoom range, and compatible with teleconverters for up to 2x more reach.
Expand your capabilities.
The NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR takes you far beyond the reach of standard and telephoto zoom lenses, making the most distant shots suddenly possible.
Powerful 180mm-600mm range.
At its widest setting, the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR is great for locating your subject. With a mere quarter turn of the zoom ring, you can reach all the way to 600mm for tight framing with beautiful background compression.
Comfortable handheld shooting.
The NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR is among the lightest super-telephoto zoom lenses in its class*, and since it doesn’t expand/retract, it handles the same at every zoom position.
*According to Nikon research of comparable full-frame mirrorless lenses as of June, 2023.
Short-throw internal zoom.
An all-internal design eliminates extending/retracting, improving handling, with only a 70° turn needed to go from 180mm to 600mm. The design also prevents dust or moisture from entering those moving parts.
Versatile close focusing.
With a minimum focus distance of just 4.27 ft at the 180mm zoom position and a large 0.25x reproduction ratio, you can turn an unexpected close encounter into a once-in-a-lifetime photo or video.
Up to 5.5 stops of VR.
Built-in optical Vibration Reduction (VR) provides a stabilization effect equivalent to a shutter speed of 5.5 stops* faster, reducing camera blur when panning to track fast-moving subjects.
*Based on CIPA Standard; in [Normal] mode at the telephoto end when attached to a full-frame/FX-format camera.
Sharp in low light.
Built-in optical VR image stabilization also allows you to shoot at slower shutter speeds to gather more light at dusk, dawn or in a dense forest.
Quiet, accurate autofocus.
Reliably track your subjects without mechanical lens noise, crucial for skittish wildlife and video recording.
Pairs great with Z teleconverters.
Increase your reach by 2x (up to 1200mm) or 1.4x (up to 840mm) with Nikon’s Z series teleconverters (sold separately).
Picks up where the 70-180mm leaves off.
Use both lenses together to cover the entire focal length range from 70-600mm with consistent performance and operation.
Quick-release tripod foot.
Easy on, easy off. Can be rotated for vertical shooting.
Mount Type | Nikon Z Mount |
Focal Length Range | 180 - 600mm |
Zoom Ratio | 3.33x |
Maximum Aperture | f/ 5.6-6.3 |
Minimum Aperture | f/ 32-36 |
Aperture Range |
180mm zoom position: f/5.6 - 32 600mm zoom position: f/6.3 - 36 The value displayed at minimum aperture may vary with the exposure increment selected on the camera. |
Format | FX |
Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) | 9° to 2° 40' |
Maximum Angle of View (FX-format) | 13° 40' to 4° 10' |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.25x |
Lens Elements | 25 |
Lens Groups | 17 |
VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | Off, Normal, Sport |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 Rounded diaphragm opening |
ED Glass Elements | 6 |
Aspherical Elements | 1 |
Fluorine Coat | Yes |
Autofocus | Yes |
AF Actuator | STM (stepping motor) |
Internal Focusing | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance |
180mm zoom position: 4.27 ft (1.3 m) measured from focal plane 200mm zoom position: 4.47 ft (1.36 m) measured from focal plane 300mm zoom position: 5.48 ft (1.67 m) measured from focal plane 400mm zoom position: 6.37 ft (1.94 m) measured from focal plane 500mm zoom position: 7.19 ft (2.19 m) measured from focal plane 600mm zoom position: 7.88 ft (2.4 m) measured from focal plane |
Focus Mode | Manual/Auto |
Focus Limit Switch | Two positions: FULL (8 to 1.3 m) and ininfity to 6 m |
Filter Size |
95mm (P = 1.0 mm) |
Accepts Filter Type | Front: screw-in |
Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) |
4.4 in. (110 mm) x 12.5 in. (315.5 mm) Distance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange Based on CIPA guidelines |
Approx. Weight |
68.96 oz. (1955 g) Based on CIPA guidelines Without tripod collar. |
Lens Type | Zoom |