NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S

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Incredible shots of defining moments

This is the first telephoto zoom in the world¹ to give sports photographers a constant f/2.8 aperture and a built-in teleconverter. The venue, the crowd, the athletes chasing a win. You’ll be there when the moment happens.

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Superior rendering, immersive detail

From sensational images that grab attention, to the quieter moments that stop you in your tracks. Specialised lens elements produce high-contrast images with exceptional clarity, even when shooting into strong sunlight or under bright artificial lighting.

Outstanding S-Line image quality

High-dispersion SR glass and Super ED glass effectively counter chromatic aberration and colour fringing. Skin tones look natural and colours are faithfully reproduced.

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Peak performance with the built-in teleconverter

The TC switch is easy to reach when the moment strikes, and image quality remains superb. It’s comparable to that of a prime lens, even when working with the teleconverter engaged.

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f/2.8 throughout the zoom range

The fast constant aperture lets you freeze action, isolate subjects against smooth bokeh, and nail clean, detailed images at lower ISO settings. Up to 6.5 stops2 of
in-lens Vibration Reduction with Synchro VR3 keeps details sharp by compensating for even the smallest vibrations.

f/2.8 aperture

gathers more light

In-lens stabilisation

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Breakthrough AF

You’ll experience thrilling new levels of precision thanks to a multi-focus system equipped with Nikon’s Silky Swift voice coil motors, and a new control algorithm that keeps pace with the fastest continuous shooting speeds. If you’re upgrading, the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S is quicker, sharper, and so much quieter than its F-mount predecessor.

60% faster scan

At the wide end

30% faster scan

At the telephoto end

Game-changing versatility

From the atmosphere in the venue to in-game action shots. What makes a winning image may change, but the determination and flexibility needed to capture it never does.

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Nothing holding you back

You can use the 120-300mm focal-length range for dynamic general coverage, then engage the built-in teleconverter to get even closer. For larger venues, shooting in DX crop mode on a full-frame Nikon Z camera can increase your reach to 630mm.

120-300mm

Focal length

168-420mm

Reach with teleconverter

Exceptional agility

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The NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S is approximately 515 g lighter than its Nikon F-mount predecessor, even with the built-in teleconverter.

The wide zoom ring and the control ring feature easy-grip rubber, and the control ring can also be used as a focus ring.
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Internal zoom for balanced handling

The balanced internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity consistent when zooming. Handheld shooting is more stable, and if you’re shooting on a tripod you can change focal lengths without needing to adjust your setup.

Built for hardworking pros

Protected

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High-performance sealing guards against dust and moisture, and a fluorine coat makes it easier to keep the front element clean.⁴

Brilliant by design

Type

Nikon Z mount

Format

FX/35mm

Focal length

Without built-in teleconverter: 120 - 300 mm
With built-in teleconverter: 168 - 420 mm

Maximum aperture

Without built-in teleconverter: f/ 2.8
With built-in teleconverter: f/ 4

Lens construction

30 elements in 24 groups (including 8 elements in 5 groups in the built-in teleconverter, 1 ED glass, 1 Super ED glass, 1 aspherical lens, 1 fluorite lens and 1 SR lens elements, elements with Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat, and a fluorine-coated front lens element)

Angle of view

FX-format, without built-in teleconverter: 20° 20′ to 8° 10′
FX-format, with built-in teleconverter: 14° 40′ to 5° 15′
DX-format, without built-in teleconverter: 13° 20′ to 5° 20′
DX-format, with built-in teleconverter: 9° 40′ to 3° 50′

Focal length scale

Graduated in millimeters (120, 135, 150, 180, 200, 250, 300)

Focusing system

Internal focusing system

Included in the box

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Additional information

1 As of 29 October 2026
2 Based on CIPA 2024 standards. Yaw/Pitch/Roll compensation performance when mounted on the Z6III, without a teleconverter attached (at the telephoto end, in [NORMAL] mode).
3 For details on Synchro VR-compatible cameras, please refer to the support page.
4 The lens is not guaranteed to be dust- and drip-resistant in all situations and under all conditions.
5 This lens’s tripod collar is designed for use with screw-type Arca-Swiss clamps. Lever-type clamps may not provide sufficient holding strength and are not recommended.