The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S and the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L 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 800mm F5.6L is the longer of the two lenses at 432mm. The Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S with a length of 385mm, is 47mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L also has a larger diameter of 163mm compared to the Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S's 140mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S and Canon RF 800mm F5.6L to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S and the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L 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. Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S weighs 2385g, which means it is 755g (24%) lighter than the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L which has a weight of 3140g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S has a filter size of 46mm whereas the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L 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 800mm F6.3 VR S:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L 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
800mm but while Nikon Z 800mm F6.3 VR S has the fastest aperture of
F6.3 , the Canon RF 800mm F5.6L's widest aperture value is
F5.6 .
