AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
- 70-200mm
- f/2.8
- Telephoto Zoom
- Stabilized
- 1430 g
- Min focus 1.1 m
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Quick answer
A pro telephoto zoom for Nikon FX cameras with fluorite elements, vibration reduction and a lighter build than earlier versions.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Fluorite elements reduce weight
- Vibration reduction
- Fast AF
Cons
- Heavy (1.43 kg)
- Large
Verdict
A top Nikon DSLR telephoto zoom for professional use.
About this lens
Nikon's best telephoto zoom with fluorite elements and four stops of VR for sports and wildlife.
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 70-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Minimum aperture
- f/22
- 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?
- Sports
- Weddings
- Portraits
- Events
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° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8E FL have VR?
Yes. Vibration reduction helps with handheld shooting at 200mm, especially in dim light.
What does FL mean?
FL indicates fluorite elements, which help reduce weight and improve correction.
70-200mm f/2.8E vs f/2.8G VR II?
The E is lighter and has better VR; the G II remains a capable lens. The G II shows focus breathing at close range.
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