AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II

70-200mm
f/2.8
Telephoto Zoom
Stabilized
Min focus 1.4 m

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Quick answer

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

Verdict

A proven pro telephoto for DSLRs; the E version is lighter.

About this lens

This 70-200mm f/2.8 fast telephoto zoom lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with Vibration Reduction, Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. A professional telephoto zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture and Vibration Reduction for sports and events.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II specifications

Brand: Nikon
Mount: Nikon F
Focal length: 70-200mm
Maximum aperture: f/2.8
Lens type: Telephoto Zoom
Image stabilization: Yes
Minimum focus distance: 1.4 m
Filter thread: 77 mm

Specification source: wikidata.org

What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II?

Sports
Events
Portraits

Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.

Full-frame equivalent and field of view

Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.

Sensor	Crop	Equivalent	Horizontal FOV	Diagonal FOV
Full frame	1.0x	70–200mm	10.3–28.8°	12.3–34.3°
APS-C	1.5x	105–300mm	6.9–19.5°	8.2–23.3°

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Frequently asked questions

Does the AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II have VR?

Yes. It has a second-generation vibration reduction system, which helps with handheld shooting at 200mm.

Is the AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II a full-frame lens?

Yes. It is an FX lens and works on DX as a 105-300mm-equivalent lens. On FX bodies you get its full field of view; DX bodies apply a 1.5x crop factor.