Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S

Professional telephoto prime with optical stabilization for Wildlife, birding.

Super-telephoto prime lens f/6.3 z-mount
Wildlife
Wildlife
Sports
Sports

Lens Review: Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S is a super-telephoto prime lens designed for Nikon's Z-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. Utilizing a Phase Fresnel (PF) element, it achieves a significantly reduced size and weight compared to traditional 800mm lenses, enhancing portability for wildlife and sports photographers. The lens features Vibration Reduction (VR) providing up to 5.0 stops of image stabilization, with Synchro VR offering up to 5.5 stops when used with the Nikon Z 9. Its advanced optical design includes Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass, Short-wavelength Refractive (SR), and Nano Crystal Coat to minimize aberrations and flare, delivering sharp, high-contrast images. The lens is sealed against dust and moisture for reliable performance in challenging conditions.

Specifications

Lens type
Super-telephoto prime lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
800 mm
Image stabilization
Yes (Vibration Reduction with up to 5.0 stops of compensation)
Lens mount
Nikon Z
Maximum aperture
f/6.3
Minimum aperture
f/32
Aperture ring
No
Number of diaphragm blades
9 (rounded)
Optical construction
22 elements in 14 groups (including 3 ED glass, 1 SR, and 1 PF element)
Minimum focusing distance
5.0 m (16.4 ft)
Maximum magnification
0.16x
Filter size
46 mm (drop-in)
Dimensions
140 mm (diameter) x 385 mm (length)
Weight
2,385 g (5.25 lbs)
Weather sealing
Dust and drip resistant
Usage
wildlife, sports

Video Reviews

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Sample Images

friYAY

friYAY

by ecwillet

rode tiran (scharlaken tiran) "pyrocephalus rubinus rubinus"

rode tiran (scharlaken tiran) "pyrocephalus rubinus rubinus"

by fyntsie

Walter the Water rail

Walter the Water rail

by David Brooker

MoorGreenLakes CanadaGoose _DSC0418 July14

MoorGreenLakes CanadaGoose _DSC0418 July14

by Geof.S

MoorGreenLakes GreatCrestedGrebe _DSC0356 July14

MoorGreenLakes GreatCrestedGrebe _DSC0356 July14

by Geof.S

MoorGreenLakes GreatCrestedGrebe _DSC0369 July14

MoorGreenLakes GreatCrestedGrebe _DSC0369 July14

by Geof.S

gestreepte mierklauwier "thamnophilus palliatus"

gestreepte mierklauwier "thamnophilus palliatus"

by fyntsie

Brown Hare Leveret

Brown Hare Leveret

by AndyHi8

Roe Deer relaxing in the woods

Roe Deer relaxing in the woods

by AndyHi8

Walter returns again :-)

Walter returns again :-)

by David Brooker

Slimbridge LittleEgret _DSC0110 July25

Slimbridge LittleEgret _DSC0110 July25

by Geof.S

Slimbridge LittleEgret _DSC0018 July25

Slimbridge LittleEgret _DSC0018 July25

by Geof.S

Slimbridge GreenSandpiper _DSC0158 July25

Slimbridge GreenSandpiper _DSC0158 July25

by Geof.S

Z09_6023

Z09_6023

by livio.zappella

Z09_5637

Z09_5637

by livio.zappella

Z09_5725

Z09_5725

by livio.zappella

Z09_5702

Z09_5702

by livio.zappella

Z09_5703

Z09_5703

by livio.zappella

Z09_5992

Z09_5992

by livio.zappella

Z09_6055

Z09_6055

by livio.zappella