Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Lens (Nikon Z)

High-Speed Super-Telephoto Zoom Performance

Combining the optical performance and speed of a prime lens with the versatility of a super-telephoto zoom, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Lens is designed for demanding sports, wildlife, and professional photography. Its bright f/2.8 maximum aperture, advanced autofocus, and powerful vibration reduction deliver impressive performance across a wide range of shooting conditions. A built-in 1.4x teleconverter adds even greater flexibility, extending the lens's reach to 420mm with a simple switch while maintaining a compact, integrated design.

Built-In 1.4x Teleconverter

Expand your reach instantly with the integrated 1.4x teleconverter, which transforms the lens into a 168-420mm f/4 zoom. Activated with the flip of a switch, this feature lets you get closer to distant subjects without changing lenses or carrying an external teleconverter.

Because the teleconverter is integrated into the lens housing, its optical design is matched to the lens for consistent imaging performance. The integrated construction also preserves the lens's weather sealing, making it a practical solution for demanding outdoor assignments.

Advanced S-Line Optics

The combination of a versatile telephoto zoom range and a bright f/2.8 aperture provides excellent subject separation and shallow depth of field, helping isolate athletes, wildlife, and other subjects against busy backgrounds. The wide aperture also supports low-light shooting, from wildlife photography at twilight to indoor sports in challenging lighting conditions.

The optical design incorporates one Super ED element, one ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) element, one SR (Short-Wavelength Refractive) element, and one aspherical element to minimize chromatic aberration, color fringing, and distortion for sharp, accurate images.

The specialized SR element refracts shorter wavelengths of light, helping improve color accuracy while contributing to a more compact optical design.

Silky Swift VCM Autofocus

Nikon's Silky Swift Voice Coil Motor (VCM) autofocus system uses magnetic force rather than conventional gears to move focusing elements quickly, smoothly, and precisely. An integrated guide bar helps reduce focusing vibrations, supporting fast and consistent autofocus performance when tracking moving subjects.

Designed to challenge the traditional limitations of telephoto zooms, the 120-300mm f/2.8 delivers exceptionally responsive focusing for capturing fast-paced action and fleeting moments with impressive clarity.

The quiet operation of the VCM system also makes the lens suitable for video recording. Reduced focus breathing helps maintain a more consistent angle of view during focus transitions, resulting in smoother-looking footage.

Powerful Vibration Reduction

Nikon's optical Vibration Reduction (VR) system helps minimize the effects of camera shake by up to 6.5 stops, improving handheld shooting stability across the image frame. This is especially useful when working in low light, photographing distant subjects, or shooting without a tripod.

When paired with compatible Nikon cameras featuring in-body sensor-shift VR, Synchro VR combines in-camera and lens-based stabilization for enhanced correction and improved image stability.

Advanced Coatings for Clear, High-Contrast Images

Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat technologies work together to reduce reflections, ghosting, and lens flare caused by light entering from different angles. These advanced anti-reflective coatings help preserve contrast and deliver accurate color reproduction, particularly when shooting in strong backlighting or other challenging lighting conditions.

Portable Construction and Professional Handling

Despite its advanced optical design, the lens features weight-saving construction that reduces bulk without compromising image quality. Optimized lens elements, fewer moving lens groups, and simplified mechanical components contribute to a more manageable design for professional use.

Extensive weather sealing, including rubber gaskets, helps protect against dust and moisture when shooting outdoors. Two customizable L-Fn buttons provide quick access to frequently used functions, such as subject tracking, autofocus lock, image playback, and other camera settings.

The Memory Set button lets you save a preferred focusing distance so you can quickly return to it using the Fn ring, a useful feature when photographing subjects that repeatedly appear in a specific location. An integrated Arca-type tripod plate makes mounting the lens to compatible tripod heads and support systems more convenient.

The redesigned lens hood features a streamlined profile with minimal taper to improve portability without sacrificing practical protection.

Expanded Teleconverter and Filter Compatibility

In addition to its built-in 1.4x teleconverter, the lens supports the separately available Nikon Z Teleconverter TC-1.4x and TC-2x, providing further options for extending focal length when greater reach is required.

For filter use, the lens supports both 112mm screw-in filters mounted at the front and 46mm drop-in filters installed through the included filter holder. This flexibility allows photographers to adapt their setup to different lighting conditions and creative requirements.

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S combines a fast constant aperture, integrated teleconverter, sophisticated autofocus, and advanced stabilization in a professional super-telephoto zoom built for demanding sports, wildlife, and commercial photography.