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Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR

Nikon Z (DX/FX) Autofocus OIS

Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR

Focal length
180–600 mm
Aperture
f/5.6–6.3
Weight
2140 g
Filter diameter
95 mm
Min. focus distance
130 cm
Length
315.5 mm
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At a Glance

This super-telephoto zoom for full-frame Nikon Z cameras covers 180-600 mm and includes an optical stabilizer. Its aperture narrows from f/5.6 to f/6.3 across the range. With a minimum focus distance of 1.3 m it reaches a magnification of 1:4 (0.25x), which is notable for this reach. The lens weighs 2.14 kg and suits wildlife, birds and sports.

Good for

  • Wildlife
  • Birds
  • Sports

Worth knowing

  • At 2.1 kg it is heavy: a monopod or tripod helps for longer sessions.
  • Only f/6.3 at the long end: in low light, ISO or shutter time go up.

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
180 mm
Max. focal length
600 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/5.6
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/6.3
Min. aperture
f/32
Elements
25
Groups
17
Weight
2,140 g (4.72 lb)
Filter diameter
95 mm
Min. focus distance
130 cm at 180 mm · 240 cm at 600 mm
Max. magnification
1:4 (0.25×)
Length
315.5 mm (12.42 in)
Diameter
110 mm (4.33 in)
Released
August 2023

Manufacturer data: imaging.nikon.com, nikon.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR fit?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 270-900 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Full frame:
Nikon Z5IIC,Nikon ZR,Nikon Z5II,Nikon Z6III,Nikon Z8,Nikon Zf,Nikon Z9,Nikon Z5,Nikon Z6II,Nikon Z7II,Nikon Z6,Nikon Z7
APS-C:
Nikon Z50II,Nikon Z30,Nikon Z fc,Nikon Z50

Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon Z lenses.

LensNikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VRTamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXDNikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR STamron 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 DI III RXD
Focal length180-600 mm150-500 mm100-400 mm70-300 mm
Max. aperturef/5.6-6.3f/5-6.7f/4.5-5.6f/4.5-6.3
Weight2,140 g1,720 g1,355 g580 g
Filter diameter95 mm82 mm77 mm67 mm
Min. focus distance130 cm60 cm75 cm80 cm
Length315.5 mm212.3 mm222 mm150.3 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesyesno
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Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR: FAQ

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR has autofocus.

Does the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR have image stabilization?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR weigh?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR weighs 2,140 g. It is 315.5 mm long with a diameter of 110 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR use?

The Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR takes 95 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR is 130 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 270-900 mm in full-frame terms.

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