Nikon
NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR — 180–600mm f/5.6-6.3 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 — 40mm f/2 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$279
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR is 1.9 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Wins
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- ANIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BNIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 has lower Weight (170 g vs 2140 g)
- BNIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 has lower Length (74 mm vs 280 mm)
- BNIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2 vs f/6.3)
- BNIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2 vs f/5.6)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR supports it
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
- ✓
Weight
170 g vs 2140 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
74 mm vs 280 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2 vs f/6.3 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Diameter
Both 81 mm
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR and NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 at major authorized retailers.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.