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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR F(FX) Mount Review

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR

Main Features

  • 600mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 40mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 3,810g / 8.38 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 166mm x 432mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 4.4m
  • Max Magnification: 0.14x
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Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR Overview


Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Super Telephoto Prime lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with F(FX) Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeExcellent
SportsExcellent
PortraitPoor
TravelPoor
StreetPoor
WeddingPoor
Walk AroundPoor
VloggingPoor
LandscapePoor
MacroPoor

Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4D ED-IF II Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4D ED-IF II
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35mm FF 5900gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4G ED VR
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35mm FF 5060gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Optical Image Stabilization
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Distance Scale
Compatible with Nikon Teleconverters
Hood supplied
Tripod Collar
Full-time Manual Focusing
Focus Distance Limiter
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
600mm reach great for Wildlife Photography
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CONs
Heavy
Pricey


Lens Mount

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR has a maximum diameter of 166mm and total length of 432mm. It weighs 3810g / 134.4 oz.

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR has a filter thread of 40mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR:

  • 40mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 40mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 40mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR has a fixed focal length of 600mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 900mm.


Teleconverter Compatibility

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR is compatible with the Teleconverters below. With the use of these TC/extenders, you can find how the total focal reach and effective aperture of your Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR changes below:


Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR Focal Range and Aperture Change with Teleconverter
Model Coverage with TC Aperture with TC Street Price
Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E III Lens Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E III 1200 - 1200mm F8 Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-17E II Lens Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-17E II 1020 - 1020mm F6.8 Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-14E III Lens Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-14E III 840 - 840mm F5.6 Amazon B&H Photo

Weather Sealings

The Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D850.

Optical Image Stabilization

The Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Tripod Collar

With a total length of 432mm and a weight of 3810g, the Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR is a large lens. Fortunately, it comes with a tripod collar which you can use to attach the lens directly to a tripod or monopod instead of attaching the camera. This connection helps to better balance the lens/kit combination.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.14x and has a minimum focusing distance of 4.4m. 0.14x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Super Telephoto Prime type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Nikon AF-S 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR: 0.18x - (Compare)
  • Nikon 400mm f2.8E FL ED VR: 0.16x - (Compare)
  • Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport: 0.15x - (Compare)

Aperture

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR has a max aperture of F4.0 and a minimum aperture of F22.0.

Optical Formula

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR's optical formula consists of 16 elements in 12 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 4 ED
  • 2 fluorite. Nano Crystal
  • Fluorine coatings.

Lens Hood

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is HK-34.

Body Colour

Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4G ED VR
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35mm FF 5,060 g / 11.13 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F4E FL ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F4E FL ED VR
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35mm FF 3,090 g / 6.80 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Lens Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S
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35mm FF 2,385 g / 5.25 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport Lens Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport
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35mm FF 3,310 g / 7.28 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f4G ED VR
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35mm FF 3,880 g / 8.54 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4D ED-IF II Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4D ED-IF II
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35mm FF 5,900 g / 12.98 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR
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35mm FF 1,460 g / 3.21 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f2.8E FL ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400mm f2.8E FL ED VR
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35mm FF 3,800 g / 8.36 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR Alternatives in Nikon F (FX) Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f4D ED-IF II Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f4D ED-IF II
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35mm FF 3800 g / 8.36 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f4G ED VR
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35mm FF 3880 g / 8.54 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4D ED-IF II Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4D ED-IF II
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35mm FF 5900 g / 12.98 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f4G ED VR
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35mm FF 5060 g / 11.13 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 800mm f5.6E FL ED VR
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35mm FF 4590 g / 10.10 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F4E FL ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F4E FL ED VR
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35mm FF 3090 g / 6.80 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR Lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR
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35mm FF 1460 g / 3.21 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport Lens Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport
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35mm FF 3310 g / 7.28 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 500mm F4.5 EX DG HSM Lens Sigma 500mm F4.5 EX DG HSM
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35mm FF 3150 g / 6.93 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM Lens Sigma 800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM
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35mm FF 4900 g / 10.78 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Nikon 600mm F4E FL ED VR Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Nikon
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Telephoto Prime
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 600mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4.0
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 16
Optical Groups 12
Special Elements 4 ED, 2 fluorite. Nano Crystal and Fluorine coatings.

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 4.4m
Max Magnification 0.14X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
Focus Distance Limiter Yes
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 3810g
Diameter 166mm
Length 432mm
Materials Magnesium alloy
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 40mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Hood Code HK-34
Tripod Collar Yes
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