First Look at the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S

This is the ultimate sports photography and wildlife zoom lens, the Nikkor Z 120-300 f2.8 TC VR S. Lighter, faster, more reach. In May 2026 Nikon teased out If you cover arena or field sports with the Z system, the development of this lens native f2.8 options have been available from wide to 200mm and it's finally here. and again from 400mm. But until now, photographers looking for a fast lens in the 300mm range have had to turn to adapted AF-S glass, but not anymore. Building on the original AF-S 120-300, this native Z mount lens takes performance to the next level, Featuring a consistent and f2.8 aperture, this range has a practical and highly adaptable viewing angle that creates the ideal framing for many on-field sports and the constant aperture that allows photographers to work fast between shots while maximizing shutter speed. The signature feature of this new lens is the built-in 1.4x teleconverter, giving you a consistent f4 zoom range starting at 168 and going up to 420mm. This lever instantly engages the built-in teleconverter, helping photographers adapt quickly as conditions and subjects change. When used with the Z8 or Z9, the built-in teleconverter combined with DX crop mode deliver an effective focal length of 630 millimeter, providing that extra reach often needed for wildlife photography. This new 120-300 features Nikon's Patented Silky Swift autofocusing system, producing improved scanning time by 60% at the wide end and 30% improvement at the telephoto end for keeping up with the fastest subjects. Combined with up to 6.5 stops of vibration reduction, it provides the stability and precision needed for smooth panning and confident handheld shooting. At its heart, the new 120-300 represents the zenith of Nikon's strength and optical mastery. Images are rendered with a soulful description that brings your vision to life with remarkable clarity. More than any lens in the modern era, this new 120-300 embodies the Nikkor Z philosophy of pursuing precision by utilizing advanced optical technologies including aspherical lenses, Super ED glass and new thin-edged lenses We've been able to reduce the number of elements and overall weight when using the lens on a tripod. The new Arca Swiss style foot allows you to quickly affix the lens to most heads immediately and without additional plates. The lighter weight and smaller footprint enable greater compliance for carry-on baggage. The slimmer profile also allows both rear drop-in and front 112mm screw-on filters. This masterful design that also utilizes newly advanced plastic components delivers the structural strength, rigidity, and maximum weight reduction that'll give photographers a legitimately balanced feel in their hand. For photographers who've mastered the craft of learning their sport, timing the moves of the athletes, finding the precise location Thank you. They demand the exacting standards of top-tier S-line lenses, and the new 120-300 exceeds previous benchmarks in every single category. From the speed of focus, sharpness of resolution, flare suppression, and customizable focal length, nothing is out of reach. For more information on this lens and other Nikon products, visit our website.