Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II vs Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II is faster by 1 stop (f/2.8 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II goes wider (55mm vs 70mm).
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II | AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Zoom |
| Focal length | 70-200mm | 55-200mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/4.0 |
| Released | n/a | 2015 |
| Filter mm | 77 | 52 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Min focus m | 1.4 | 1.1 (closer focusing) |
| Format | n/a | aps-c |
| Groups | n/a | 11 |
| Af motor | n/a | SWM |
| Elements | n/a | 15 |
| Weight g | n/a | 300.0 |
| Length mm | n/a | 83.0 |
| Diameter mm | n/a | 70.5 |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
The second-generation 70-200mm f/2.8 pro telephoto for Nikon FX cameras, with vibration reduction and a silent-wave motor.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Vibration reduction
- Sharp
Cons
- Heavy (about 1.5 kg)
- Focus breathing at close range
- Larger than the f/4
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II
A compact DX telephoto zoom, the VR II update of the 55-200mm. It weighs about 300g.
Pros
- Compact
- VR
- ED element
- Takes 52mm filters
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Soft at 200mm
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