Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Internal zooming maintains constant balance across the 180-600mm range, aided by 5.5-stop VR and STM autofocus for steady handheld shooting. The zoom ring reaches 600mm in just a 70° turn and close-focuses to 4.27 feet (0.25x magnification), while compatibility with Z teleconverters extends reach to 1200mm. This lens suits wildlife and sports photographers who need a durable, weather-sealed super-telephoto for quick framing and long-range tracking without a tripod.
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- Q3 2026100/100
Buyers praise the lens for sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value. It is lighter than previous models and ideal for bird and wildlife photography.
- Sharp images and fast, quiet autofocus for birds in flight.
- Excellent value for a zoom lens with these specs.
- Lighter and smoother tripod collar than older Nikon 200-500.
- Short zoom throw and close focusing ability at 300mm.
- Q2 202692/100
Buyers praise the lens for sharpness, fast autofocus, and internal zoom, though many note its heavy weight. It is highly recommended for wildlife and sports photography.
- Sharp images and fast, quiet autofocus throughout the zoom range.
- Heavy weight noted; some find it manageable, others recommend a tripod.
- Internal zoom and compatibility with teleconverters are appreciated.
- Excellent value compared to prime lenses, versatile for wildlife and sports.
- Q1 202695/100
Buyers praise the lens for its sharpness, internal zoom, and wildlife performance. A few note the weight but consider it acceptable for the quality.
- Sharpness and image quality are consistently praised, especially with Z8 and Z9 bodies.
- Internal zoom and focus responsiveness are highlighted as key improvements over previous lenses.
- Weight is noted as a downside, but most find it manageable or lighter than alternatives.
- Excellent value for the price, considered affordable for a 600mm wildlife lens.
- Q2 202593/100
Buyers praise the lens for sharpness, light weight, and fast autofocus, ideal for wildlife photography. Minor complaint about no stabilization switch.
- Sharp at all focal lengths, especially f/5.6 to f/8.
- Lightweight and easy to handhold for wildlife photography.
- Fast autofocus and internal zoom are appreciated.
- No switch to disable stabilization, but works fine on tripod.
- Q4 2024100/100
Buyers praise this lens for sports, wildlife, and low-light performance, noting fast autofocus and detail capture.
- Excellent for sports and wildlife photography.
- Impressive low-light performance and autofocus.
- Fast shipping and good service from Adorama.
- Overall satisfaction and recommendation to buy.
- Q3 202485/100
Buyers praise the lens for its sharpness, light weight, and value, though some note plastic build and lack of a case.
- Sharp image quality and lighter weight than comparable lenses.
- Excellent value for the price, especially for wildlife and birding.
- Plastic construction reduces weight but feels less premium, especially the hood.
- Comes with a cloth wrap instead of a padded case, requiring users to adjust carrying methods.
- Q2 2024100/100
Buyers praised the lens for wildlife/birding on Nikon Z cameras, highlighting fast autofocus, sharpness, and value. Minor drawbacks: battery drain, weight, and size.
- Excellent autofocus and sharpness for wildlife/birding on Nikon Z bodies.
- Good value compared to other superzoom lenses.
- Heavier than expected but manageable; internal zoom design takes more space.
- Battery drain on Z8 noted as a downside.
- Q1 202496/100
Buyers praise the lens as an excellent value with superb image quality, fast autofocus, and good performance with a teleconverter, though some note its weight and initial availability delays.
- Excellent image quality and sharpness, even with a 1.4x teleconverter.
- Great value for the price, offering 600mm reach at a lower cost.
- Fast and accurate autofocus, especially on Z8 and Z9 bodies.
- Hefty weight compared to lighter primes, but necessary for 600mm reach.
- Q4 202392/100
Buyers praise the lens for its value, internal zoom, and image quality, though some note weight and slow focusing.
- Excellent value for money, especially compared to 200-500mm and third-party lenses.
- Internal zoom and non-telescoping design are highly appreciated for ease of use.
- Sharp image quality across zoom range, suitable for wildlife and bird photography.
- Heavy weight makes handholding difficult for some users.
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Optics
| Type | Super-telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 180 |
| Focal Length Max | 600 |
| Elements | 25 |
| Groups | 17 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| ED Elements | 6 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coat |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Min Aperture | 5.6-6.3 |
| Constant | No |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 1.9 kg / 4.3 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 95 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | STM |
| Stabilization | Yes |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 1300 |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x |
Vergeleken met de concurrentie
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD | Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Viltrox Pro AF 27mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 180-600mm | 28-300mm | 18-50mm | 12-35mm | 18-135mm | 27mm |
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 | f/4 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 | f/1.2 |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | true | false |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | false | true |
| Weight (g) | 1950 | 590 | 290 | 306 | 326 | 560 |
| AF Type | STM | VXD linear motor | stepping motor | Autofocus | Linear motor | STM |
| Lens Type | super-telephoto | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | prime |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Gebruikersoordeel | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR | 86.9 | 55.9 | 13.7 | 30.9 | 99.7 | 53 | 80.9 | 84.2 | 89.7 | 98.6 |
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD Compare | 98 | 78 | 65.2 | 85.8 | 96.7 | 66.1 | 91.2 | 97.7 | 55.5 | 82.4 |
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 86.9 | 81.9 | 86.1 | 91.7 | 82.2 | 84.1 | 80.9 | 78.6 | 89.7 | 36.8 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 Compare | 53.9 | 81.9 | 85.4 | 51 | 86.5 | 84.1 | 63.7 | 80.6 | 85.3 | 96.9 |
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Compare | 98 | 75.5 | 72.5 | 40.3 | 78.5 | 77.5 | 44.7 | 95.8 | 89.7 | 82.4 |
| Viltrox Pro AF 27mm f/1.2 Compare | 86.9 | 98.5 | 67.4 | 38.5 | 82.2 | 98.6 | 91.2 | 33.6 | 89.7 | 36.8 |
