Go the
distance.

Photo of a bird and animal eating, taken with the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens
  • 180-600mmSuper-Telephoto Zoom
  • Internal ZoomLens Length Never Changes
  • VRImage Stabilization
    (5.5 stops)
  • 1955 gComfortable Weight
  • Z MountFull Frame/FX-format

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.

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.

Effortless operation.

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Technology

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    IF Lens

    A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. Thus, IF NIKKORS do not change in size during AF operation, allowing for compact, lightweight lenses capable of closer focusing distances. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.

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    Stepping Motor

    NIKKOR Z lenses use a stepping motor for fast, accurate, smooth, quiet autofocus with reduced wobbling. This quiet drive system makes the lenses ideal for use when shooting video.

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    ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

    An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

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    Vibration Reduction

    A Nikon in-lens technology that improves image stability by automatically compensating for camera shake. Lenses that offer VR will feature the abbreviation VR on the lens barrel.

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    Fluorine Coat

    Photographers need gear that can withstand the elements. Nikon’s fluorine coat effectively repels dust, water droplets, grease or dirt, ensuring easy removal even when they adhere to the lens surface. Nikon’s fluorine coat endures a high frequency of lens surface wiping and its anti-reflective effect also contributes to the capture of clear images.

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    Aspherical Lens

    A lens with a curved, non-spherical surface. Used to reduce aberrations and enable a more compact lens size. Aspherical lenses minimize coma and other types of lens aberrations, even when used at the widest aperture. They are particularly useful in correcting distortion in wide-angle lenses and help contribute to a lighter, more compact design by reducing the number of standard (spherical) elements necessary. Aspherical lens elements correct these distortions by continuously changing the refractive index from the center of the lens.

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    A/M

    A/M stands for Auto-Priority Manual Mode. This mode also enables an easy transition from autofocus to manual during AF operation. However, mode switch sensitivity has been altered to reduce the possibility of sudden unintentional switching to manual focus while shooting.

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    Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism

    An electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto exposure during continuous shooting.

LCD, Video and Photo Gallery images are for illustrative purposes only

Tech Specs

  • Focal Length Range

    Focal Length Range

    180 -600mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/5.6
  • Format

    FX
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    example VR
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    4.4 in.110 mmx12.5 in.315.5 mmDistance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange Based on CIPA guidelines
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    68.96 oz.1955 g
  • Mount Type
    Nikon Z Mount
  • Focal Length Range
    180 -600mm
  • Zoom Ratio
    3.33x
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/5.6
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/32
  • 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
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    example VR
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • ED Glass Elements
    6
  • Fluorine Coat
    Yes
  • Aspherical Elements
    1
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • 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
  • E-type
    Yes
  • Filter Size
    95mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Front: screw-in
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    4.4 in.110 mmx12.5 in.315.5 mmDistance to end of lens from camera lens mount flange Based on CIPA guidelines
  • Approx. Weight
    68.96 oz.1955 g
  • Lens Type
    Zoom

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