The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S and the Canon RF 600mm F4L for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon RF 600mm F4L is the longer of the two lenses at 472mm. The Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S with a length of 437mm, is 35mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 600mm F4L also has a larger diameter of 168mm compared to the Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S's 165mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S and Canon RF 600mm F4L to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S and the Canon RF 600mm F4L Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon RF 600mm F4L weighs 3090g, 5% (170g) lighter than the Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S's weight of 3260g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S has a filter size of 46mm whereas the Canon RF 600mm F4L has a 52mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 46mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 600mm F4L:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Canon RF 600mm F4L has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
600mm and the fastest aperture of
F4 .
