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 Sony FE 600mm F4 GM 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. Sony FE 600mm F4 GM is the longer of the two lenses at 449mm. The Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S with a length of 437mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, the Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S has a larger diameter of 165mm compared to the Sony FE 600mm F4 GM's 164mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S and Sony FE 600mm F4 GM 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 Sony FE 600mm F4 GM 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. Sony FE 600mm F4 GM weighs 3040g, 6% (220g) 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 Sony FE 600mm F4 GM has a 41mm 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 41mm filters that we recommend for the Sony FE 600mm F4 GM:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC VR S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Sony FE 600mm F4 GM has the Sony E 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 Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
600mm and the fastest aperture of
F4 .
