Nikon Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens

All the reach. Half the weight.

Bird, wildlife, aviation and sports photographers, your moment of change has arrived. Experience the freedom of shooting at monumental distances without sacrificing mobility. Pack lighter and cover more ground. Shoot handheld while you're on the move. Track fast subjects with fluid precision and rock-steady VR. All with the extraordinary image quality of an S-Line NIKKOR Z lens at a price that's beyond extraordinary.

Lighten your load

At a mere 2385 g and just 385 mm, the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S is the most mobile, comfortable handling 800 mm super-telephoto lens we've ever created. You can even shoot it handheld. The secret is Nikon's proven Phase Fresnel element, which allows the lens to be lighter, shorter with fewer elements and pristine image quality.

800 mm. Conquer distance

A long lens is a must when you can't get physically closer to your subject. Whether you're photographing birds and wildlife from the blind, framing tight compositions of banking planes from the ground or recording surfers from the sand, the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S brings the action right to your viewfinder.

See even farther with Z teleconverters

The NIKKOR Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S is compatible with the 1.4x and 2x Z series teleconverters. Increase your reach to 1120 mm or 1600 mm with outstanding resolution, no loss of focus points and very little extra weight and length.

Tight compositions with DX Crop Mode

Switch your shooting area to DX Crop Mode, and the NIKKOR Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S takes on an angle of view equivalent to 1.5x the focal length—1200 mm alone and up to 2400 mm when using a Z series teleconverter.

Every detail matters

The Phase Fresnel element is positioned to minimise ghosting. When combined with three Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements and one Short-wavelength Refractive (SR) element, axial chromatic aberration is virtually eliminated. From the sharp contrast of small branches to the finest feathers of distant birds, every detail is rendered with stunning precision.

S-Line optics. Ultimate image quality

The NIKKOR Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S bears the S-Line designation, reserved for premium NIKKOR Z lenses with the most advanced optics, superior resolution, beautiful bokeh, robust weather sealing and precision design.

More reach with impressive stability

Even the smallest vibrations can soften details. Nikon's powerful in-lens optical VR compensates for vibrations—an effect equivalent to shooting at a shutter speed up to 5.0 stops* faster. When used with the Z 9, Synchro VR combines the in-lens and in-camera systems for up to 5.5 stops of VR.

Fluid panning and tracking

The centre of gravity on the NIKKOR Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S has been moved toward the rear of the lens, nearer the camera body. This optimal balance is ideal for quick acceleration during handheld panning and stopping your movement on a dime. Acquire and track fast-moving subjects with fluid precision.

Cut through glare

When tracking subjects across the sky, we often encounter moments of glare or harsh backlighting. The NIKKOR Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S prevails in these moments, delivering sharp, high contrast images. Nano Crystal Coat (N) virtually eliminates internal reflections and cross-lighting, while the shape and placement of the PF element have been optimised to reduce ghosting.

Spectacular videos from any distance

With its extreme reach, brilliant resolution and quiet focusing, the NIKKOR Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S open new possibilities for long-distance videos. Optical VR keeps handheld shots steady and suppressed focus breathing keeps the angle of view consistent while tracking subjects moving toward or away from you. Record 4K/120p with the flagship Z 9's 2.3x crop factor—equivalent to an 1840 mm angle of view—for even more reach and incredible detail in slow motion.

Fast, quiet autofocus

The autofocus of NIKKOR Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S is optimised for shooting fast-moving subjects like birds, aeroplanes and jets in both stills and videos. Its high-speed Stepping Motor (STM) is extremely quiet during focusing and movie recording—perfect for capturing timid wildlife.