Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens Review (by ePHOTOzine)

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The ePHOTOzine has published the Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens (Tested on the 45.7MP Nikon Z7 II )review saying that “a high performance ultra-telephoto lens ideal for wildlife and sport”.

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

  • Z-Mount Lens/FX Format
  • Aperture Range: f/6.3 to f/32
  • PF Element, 50% Weight Reduction
  • SR and ED Elements
  • Nano Crystal Coat
  • Multi-Focus Stepping Motor AF System
  • Vibration Reduction Image Stabilization
  • Customizable Fn and Memory Set Buttons
  • Weather-Sealed Design, Fluorine Coating
  • Rotating Tripod Collar

NIKKOR Z 800mm F/6.3 VR S Pros:

  • Excellent sharpness
  • Reasonable weight and bulk
  • Effective VR (Vibration Reduction)
  • Usable handheld
  • Phase Fresnel lens element for reduced CA
  • Low vignetting
  • Low distortion
  • Low flare
  • Fast and whisper-quiet AF
  • Weather sealing
  • Programmable control ring
  • Memory buttons

NIKKOR Z 800mm F/6.3 VR S Cons:

  • Large lens needs practice to handle easily
  • Potential PF flare
  • Price inevitably high

Conclusion from ePHOTOzine:

Whether shooting long-range sports, birds or animals then the extra reach of an 800mm lens can make all the difference. It is still important to be in the right place, as on its own no lens can be long enough, but being able to fill the frame with small birds from a reasonable distance is amazing. It comes at a cost of course, but those who are dedicated to long-range shooting will find here a great lens at a very reasonable price, relative to the hugely more expensive larger aperture options. The Synchro VR is incredibly efficient and this makes handheld shooting a viable option as well.

Overall, another fine Z series offering from Nikon, and one that can be Highly Recommended.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens: $6,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

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