Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II vs Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED
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 200mm f/2G ED VR II is faster by 2 stops (f/2.0 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED is lighter by 1740g.
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II | AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Macro |
| Focal length | 200mm | 200mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.0 (faster) | f/4.0 |
| Released | n/a | 1993 |
| Weight g | 2930 | 1190.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 52 | 62 |
| Length mm | 204.0 | 193.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 124.0 | 76.0 |
| Min focus m | 1.9 | 0.5 (closer focusing) |
| Format | n/a | full-frame |
| Groups | n/a | 8 |
| Af motor | n/a | none |
| Elements | n/a | 13 |
| Max magnification | n/a | 1.0 |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II
Nikon's revision of Nikon's 200mm f/2, with VR and Nano Crystal Coat, introduced in 2010. It is a large, fast prime.
Pros
- f/2 aperture
- VR II
- Nano Crystal Coat
- Weather-sealed build
Cons
- About 2.9kg
- Large
Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED
Macro telephoto that reaches 1:1 from a comfortable working distance, introduced in 1993. It has internal focusing and a tripod collar.
Pros
- 1:1 reproduction
- Long working distance
- Internal focusing
- Tripod collar
Cons
- Heavy at 1.19kg
- No VR
- Slow screw-drive focus