Nikon rolls out its new telephoto zoom lens NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S

Nikon India launched the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, a professional telephoto zoom lens compatible with full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras. As part of Nikon’s S-Line range, the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S is the world’s first interchangeable zoom lens to combine a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8*3 with a built-in 1.4× teleconverter.

Sajjan Kumar, Managing Director, Nikon India, said, “At Nikon India, we continuously strive to equip creators with cutting-edge imaging solutions that help them realize their creative vision. The NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S combines exceptional optical performance, extended reach, and unmatched versatility, making it an ideal companion for wildlife photographers seeking to capture distant and unpredictable subjects.”

Designed to meet the demands of professional wildlife photography, the lens enables photographers to confidently capture fast-moving and elusive subjects across diverse habitats and challenging natural environments, including:

• Birds in flight and rapidly moving wildlife

• Elusive subjects in dense forests

• Wildlife activity during low-light hours at dawn and dusk

• Long-range photography requiring precision and detail from a distance

Its maximum aperture and advanced optical design deliver outstanding resolution and smooth, natural bokeh, enabling photographers to capture fleeting wildlife moments with remarkable clarity and immersive visual impact.

The lens also delivers rendering performance comparable to that of a prime lens across the frame, while offering the flexibility of a zoom. Despite incorporating a built-in teleconverter, it weighs approximately 2,735 g, about 515 g lighter than its predecessor, the AF-S NIKKOR 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR, released in 2020. This lighter design, together with the convenience of extending focal length without switching equipment, supports greater mobility and responsiveness when photographing fast-moving action.

Primary features

Feature 1: Precise autofocus for fast-moving subjects

The NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S incorporates Nikon’s Silky Swift VCM (SSVCM)*⁴ autofocus drive system.

It is designed to provide fast, precise and smooth autofocus performance, supporting photographers when tracking rapidly moving subjects such as:

·       Animals

·       Birds in flight

·       Athletes

·       Vehicles

·       Performers

This makes the lens especially effective for wildlife photography, enabling photographers to react quickly to sudden subject movement, while also delivering reliable performance for sports and action shooting.

Feature 2: Exceptional optical performance across diverse lighting conditions