
Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR FX Lens
Nikon expands its range of NIKKOR Z telephoto zoom lenses with the The NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR. This super-telephoto zoom reaches even further, easily covering the most popular focal lengths for wildlife, birds, and aircraft photography, while leaving plenty of flexibility for sports and landscapes too.
- 180-600mm Super-Telephoto
- Lightweight
- 5.5-Stop VR
- Fluorine Coat
- TC Compatible
Powerful in-lens Vibration Reduction keeps shots stable, while the internal zoom contributes to balanced handheld shooting: zoom in or out, then pan or tilt, all without a tripod. Attach the Z TELECONVERTER TC-2.0x to this lens and it’s possible to achieve a monster reach of 1200 mm while still shooting handheld! With its lightweight build and reliable weather sealing, this lens is as travel friendly as they come for telephoto zooms. The NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 super-telephoto lens weighs only 1955 g (approx.).

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Take the long shot and bring the action to you in crisp, high-resolution detail. Photos or movies, this full-frame super-telephoto zoom lens gives you the reach you need and the sharpness you want.
Don’t Hold Back
Who doesn’t like options when shooting at a distance? This lens’ broad 180-600 mm focal-length range easily covers the most popular focal lengths for wildlife, birds, and aircraft photography, while leaving plenty of flexibility for sports and landscapes. You can nail sharp shots at close range too thanks to a minimum focus distance of just 2.4 m at 600 mm, and 1.3 m at 180 mm.
Excellent Agility
No matter your subject, the light weight (approx. 1955 g) of this full-frame super-telephoto zoom lens puts so many more shots and locations within reach. You can travel lighter than expected, and the internal zoom allows balanced handheld shooting: zoom in or out, and then pan or tilt, all without a tripod. You may even find yourself shooting scenes from entirely new perspectives!
Spot-on Autofocus
AF is optimised for shooting fast-moving subjects like birds, wildlife, sports, and aircraft in both stills and videos. The high-speed Stepping Motor (STM) is extremely quiet during focusing and movie recording—which is perfect for capturing timid wildlife. Tracking is rock-steady when used in conjunction with Nikon Z mirrorless cameras that incorporate Animal or Vehicle subject detection.
Powerful in-Lens Stabilisation
Nikon's in-lens optical Vibration Reduction compensates for vibrations from handheld shooting, panning, tripod movements, wind—anything—to give you a 5.5-stop advantage.1 You’re free to shoot at slower shutter speeds without sacrificing sharpness, which is ideal in low light. For fast-moving action, SPORT Mode stabilises the viewfinder image, making it easier to acquire rapid or unpredictable subjects.
Zoom to 1200 mm with a Teleconverter!
Sometimes, you just need as much reach as you can get. Stack Nikon’s lightweight Z series 2.0x teleconverter on this super-telephoto zoom lens and you can extend your reach to 1200 mm. Or go to 840 mm with the Z series 1.4x teleconverter. There’s no loss of image quality: the lens’ six ED glass elements reduce axial chromatic aberration even when using a teleconverter.
Stunning video from a distance
With its long reach and quiet focusing, this high-resolution super-tele zoom lens opens plenty of possibilities for shooting video footage with beautifully compressed backgrounds. Optical VR keeps handheld shots steady, and suppressed focus breathing keeps the angle of view consistent while tracking subjects moving towards or away from you.
Protected from dust and drips
Reliable sealing helps prevent dust and water droplets from entering the lens, as does the internal zoom mechanism: the barrel doesn’t move as you zoom, so there are fewer places for dust to accumulate. Nikon's fluorine coat repels oil, moisture, and smudges, and makes it easy to wipe the front element clean.
Comfortable to Handle
A light 70-degree turn of the zoom ring is all it takes to move from the 180 mm end of the range to 600 mm. You can activate any of the four customisable Fn buttons, or use the control ring, without taking your eye off the viewfinder. The tripod foot is removable, and the included lens hood features a lock to prevent accidentally disengaging it.
Type | Nikon Z mount |
Format | FX/35mm |
Focal length | 180 – 600 mm |
Maximum aperture | f/ 5.6 to 6.3 |
Minimum aperture | f/ 32 to 36 |
Lens construction | 25 elements in 17 groups (including 6 ED elements, 1 aspherical element, and a fluorine-coated front lens element) |
Angle of view | FX format: 13° 40′ to 4° 10′ |
DX format: 9° to 2° 40′ | Focusing system |
Internal focusing system | Minimum focus distance(measured from focal plane) |
180 mm zoom position: 1.3 m (4.27 ft) | 200 mm zoom position: 1.36 m (4.47 ft) |
300 mm zoom position: 1.67 m (5.48 ft) | 400 mm zoom position: 1.94 m (6.37 ft) |
500 mm zoom position: 2.19 m (7.19 ft) | 600 mm zoom position: 2.4 m (7.88 ft) |
Maximum reproduction ratio | 0.25 x |
VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization | Yes |
No. of diaphragm blades | 9 ( rounded diaphragm opening ) |
Aperture range | 180 mm zoom position: f/5.6 to 32 600 mm zoom position: f/6.3 to 36 * The value displayed at minimum aperture may vary with the exposure increment selected on the camera. |
Coating | Fluorine coat |
Filter-attachment size | 95 mm (P = 1.0 mm) |
Dimensions (maximum diameter × distance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange) |
Approx. 110 mm x 315.5 mm (4.4 in. x 12.5 in.) |
Weight | Approx. 2140 g (4 lbs 11.5 oz) (including tripod collar ring) Approx. 1955 g (4 lbs 5 oz) (excluding tripod collar ring) |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes |
Internal focusing | Yes |
Focusing | Auto , Manual |
Focus limit switch | Two positions: FULL (∞ to 1.3 m) and ∞ to 6 m |
Supplied accessories |
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Note
- Throughout this document, “FX format” and “FX” are used in reference to an angle of view equivalent to that of a 35 mm format (“full frame”) camera and“DX format” and “DX” to an angle of view equivalent to that of an APS-C camera.
- Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications, and performance of this product at any time and without prior notice.
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