The Nikon 70-200mm f2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR is a relatively compact, lightweight G-type telephoto zoom lens outfitted with Vibration Reduction (VR) technology. The 70-200mm telephoto is one of 6 Nikon Nikkor lenses equipped with VR. The vibration reduction technology allows users to take shots using a shutter speed up to three times slower than they would with a non-VR lens. This opens up a whole new world of possibilities in low-light situations. The lens also has an active vibration mode, which is ideal for situations in which the user is moving, such as on a plane or in a moving car.



In addition to the VR technology, the telephoto lens has Nikon's exclusive Silent Wave Motor, which "enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation." Five extra-low dispersion (ED) glass elements are used in the lens to keep chromatic aberration to a minimum, even at maximum aperture. The lens is fully compatible with Nikon TC-14E II, TC-17E II, and TC-20E II Teleconverters, which may be used to significantly increase focal length of the lens.

Price: $1600

Key Features
  • Compact, lightweight G-type fast 2.9x telephoto zoom with Vibration Reduction
  • VR operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops (eight times) faster
  • Holds fast and constant f2.8 maximum aperture through the entire focal range
  • Built-in Single Wave Motor for ultra-fast, ultra-quiet AF operation
  • Five ED glass elements for higher optical performance
Specifications
  • Lens construction: 21 elements in 15 groups (5 ED glass elements)
  • Picture angle: 34 degrees 20 minutes to 12 degrees 20 minutes (35mm format), 22 degrees 50 minutes to 8 degrees (Nikon DX format)
  • Focal-length scale: 70, 80, 105, 135, 200mm
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded)
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum aperture: f22
  • Focusing: Internal
  • Lens drive: Single Wave Motor
  • Closest focusing distance: 4.9 feet (AF), 4.6 feet (MF) to infinity
  • Maximum reproduction ratio: AF: 1:6.1 (x0.16), MF: 1/5.6 (x0.18)
  • Zoom control: Manual, via separate zoom ring
  • Attachment and filter size: 77 millimeters
  • Vibration reduction mode: Normal, Active
  • VR effect: 3 stops
  • Teleconverter: TC-14E II, TC-E17 II, and TC-20E II
  • Nikon lens hood: HB-29
  • Case: Semi-soft case CL-M2
  • Macro focusing: No
  • Focus-limit switch: No
  • M/A mode: Yes
  • Focus lock button: Yes
  • Lens cap: Snap-on
  • Tripod collar: Does have (detachable)
  • External front filter attachment frame: Does not rotate
  • Slip-on filter: No
  • Built-in/rear filter: No
  • Circular polarizing filter: Usable
  • Circular polarizing filter II: Usable, even with dedicated Lens Hood HB-29
  • Aperture ring: No
  • Distance scale: Yes
  • Material of bayonet ring: Metal
  • Diameter: 3.4 inches
  • Length: 8.5 inches
  • Weight: 3.2 pounds with Tripod Collar; 3 pounds without Tripod Collar