Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens

As the lightest 600mm prime in its class with a well-balanced centre of gravity, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens gives wildlife and sports photographers the freedom to shoot handheld. Combining premium S-line optics with up to 6.0-stops of Vibration Reduction image stabilisation, this lens helps photographers to comfortably capture the speed, power, and grace of distant subjects in stunning detail.

Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens Key Features:

• Go handheld with the lightest 600mm prime lens in its class
• Designed for Nikon Z-Mount full-frame mirrorless cameras
• 600mm focal length perfect for wildlife & sports photography
• Premium S-line optics featuring 21 elements in 14 groups
• Includes 2 ED glass elements, 1 SR lens element & 1 PF element
• Nano Crystal coating helps minimise ghosting & flare
• Maintains detail-rich sharpness even when shooting wide-open
• Extended depth of field control with f6.3 maximum aperture
• 9-blade aperture diaphragm for stunningly circular bokeh
• Get closer with a minimum focusing distance of 4m
• Up to 6.0-stops of Vibration Reduction image stabilisation
• Customisable controls for enhanced user experience
• Extensive sealing to keep dust, dirt, & moisture at bay
• Oil/water-repellent fluorine coating protects the front lens
• 95mm thread for attaching Nikon’s optional S-line filters
• Compatible with Z series teleconverters for extended reach

Capture Detail-Rich Images

The Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens owes its outstanding resolution and detail-rich results to its advanced optical structure. As part of the renowned S-line of lenses, this 600mm super-telephoto lens boasts an incredible 21 elements arranged into 14 groups, including dedicated SR and ED elements to control aberrations and colour fringing. Paired with the included Nano Crystal Coating for suppressing ghosting and flare, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens is an industry leader in optics, delivering enviable edge-to-edge sharpness that supports photographers in achieving the highest quality results. Perfect for capturing all kinds of wildlife, birds, motor sports, aeroplanes and more, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens also benefits from a f6.3 maximum aperture, a 9-blade diaphragm, and a 4m minimum focusing distance for capturing more minor subjects with stunning subject background separation and bokeh.

Perfect in Fast-Paced Environments

Equipped with advanced STM technology, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens has an autofocus system that will keep photographers on track. Whether you’re shooting aerial tricks or birds in flight, this super-telephoto lens focuses on subjects in near silence, ensuring photographers never miss a moment. Thanks to this powerful autofocus performance, photographers can act quickly to capture fleeting moments often lost to handling and prep. These decisive moments are all the more achievable when paired with systems featuring Nikon’s latest subject detection and tracking technology.

Steady Shots with 6-Stop Vibration Reduction

As a stand-alone lens, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S provides up to 5.5-stops of vibration reduction, keeping shots steady even when handheld or working in low light. With Synchro VR available on the latest Nikon cameras, users can pair this lens with compatible bodies to achieve an improved 6-stops of vibration reduction, providing a comprehensive setup that supports photographers in achieving pin-sharp results regardless of their environment.

Customisable Controls for Enhanced User Experience

Following the success of the more streamlined user experience available on previous models, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens has plenty of customisable controls designed to help photographers keep their eyes on the viewfinder. With one L-Fn and four L-Fn2 buttons, users can access all their favourite functions at their fingertips, controlling how they shoot. Nikon has also included a silent control ring for manual adjustments to focus, aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation, a focus-mode switch, and a memory-set button for recalling focus positions. These features work together to save photographers time and remove limitations so they can call the shots.

Ready for Adventure with High-Performance Sealing

As a lens for wildlife photographers, outdoor performance is paramount. To meet the high demands of this practice, Nikon has included rubber gaskets to keep dust, dirt, and moisture away from all moving parts, including the lens mount. The Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens also benefits from a fluorine coating on the front element that repels water and oil to make cleaning easier. Combined with its lightweight design and removable tripod collar, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens promotes agility and fluidity for photographers working out on location.

What’s in the box?

FAQs:

Is the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens compatible with teleconverters?

Yes, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens is compatible with Nikon Z series teleconverters. Using the Nikon Z 1.4x and 2.0x Teleconverters, users can achieve an 840mm and 1200mm reach, respectively. This powerful combination makes it possible to photograph smaller subjects at extreme distances.

What does S-Line optics mean?

Nikon awards the S-line label to lenses developed in the pursuit of high-end optical quality. Although Nikon has high standards for all products, S-line lenses are subject to more stringent standards. The key benefits of S-line optics include shooting wide open with little to no drop in resolution and edge-to-edge sharpness across the entire frame.

Can I use filters with the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens?

Yes, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens 95mm thread for attaching Nikon’s optional S-line filters.

What types of photography are suitable for the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens?

The Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens is perfect for capturing all kinds of wildlife, birds, motor sports, aeroplanes and more. This lens features an incredible 21 elements in 14 groups, has a maximum f6.3 aperture, and boats a 9-bladed diaphragm to deliver all the sharpness and stunning bokeh of an S-line lens.

Is the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens suitable for video?

The Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens is suitable for both stills and video thanks to its lightweight and well-balanced design. Whether you’re panning or framing a tight overhead shot, Nikon’s dedication to fluidity makes for an incredibly comfortable experience. And, with Vibration Reduction image stabilisation up to 6.0-stops with a Z camera that supports Synchro VR, video enthusiasts can nail low light situations with steady, blur-free shots.

How compact is the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens?

Despite its super-telephoto category, the Nikon Z 600mm f6.3 VR S Lens boasts an impressively lightweight build, weighing just 1470g with the tripod collar attached and measuring 106.5 mm x 278 mm in size. To maintain a weight below 1.5kg, Nikon uses a Phase Fresnel element, making this lens stand out against the competition.