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AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164

  • 70-200mm
  • f/2.8
  • Telephoto Zoom
  • Stabilized
  • 1430 g
  • Min focus 1.1 m

Quick answer

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164 is a standard to telephoto telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for the Nikon F mount. Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.

About this lens

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164 is a fast telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for 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/2.8E FL ED VR 164 specifications

Brand
Nikon
Mount
Nikon F
Focal length
70-200mm
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Lens type
Telephoto Zoom
Format coverage
full-frame
Released
2016
Optical construction
22 elements in 18 groups
Image stabilization
Yes
Autofocus motor
SWM
Minimum focus distance
1.1 m
Maximum magnification
0.21x
Filter thread
77 mm
Weight
1430 g
Length
202.5 mm
Diameter
88.5 mm

Specification source: imaging.nikon.com

What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164?

At 70-200mm this is a standard to telephoto telephoto zoom, which typically suits:

  • Everyday and street photography
  • Natural-perspective portraits
  • Documentary and travel work
  • Portraits with a flattering perspective
  • Events and weddings

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

What mount does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164 use?

It uses the Nikon F mount, so it fits Nikon F cameras directly.

What is the focal length of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164?

It zooms across 70-200mm with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. That makes it a standard to telephoto lens.

Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164 a prime or a zoom lens?

It is a zoom lens covering 70-200mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/2.8.

What is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164 equivalent on a crop sensor?

On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 105–300mm on full frame, with a 6.9–19.5° horizontal and 8.2–23.3° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.

Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR 164 fit?

Any Nikon F-mount camera, including Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Nikon D3000, Nikon D300S, and Nikon D3100 and 35 more.

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