Nikon releases AF-S 70-200mm F/2.8G ED VR II.
a completely redesigned version of its workhorse professional telezoom. It features an entirely new optical formula which is designed to deliver sharp images all the way into the corners of the frame even on FX format cameras, using no fewer than 7 ED elements to minimize aberrations and Nano Crystal coat to combat flare. `VR II` Vibration Reduction technology offers a claimed four stops benefit, and a new A/M focus mode provides autofocus priority when the manual focus ring is handled during shooting; however the lens loses the AF stop buttons of the original. It`s also shorter but heavier than its predecessor and incorporates extensive sealing against dust and moisture.
Features:
- Vibration reduction (VR II) equivalent to increases in shutter speed by four steps
- A new optical design utilizing seven ED glass elements
- Ghost and flare suppression with Nano Crystal Coat
- A Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for superior autofocus that is smooth and quiet
- Three focus modes built in: M, M/A, A/M
- Aperture diaphragm utilizing an odd number of rounded blades (nine) for natural blur characteristics
- Shooting at distances as close as 1.4 m throughout the entire zoom range
- High-quality exterior design
Specification:
| Focal length |  | 70-200mm |
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| Maximum aperture | | f/2.8 |
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| Minimum aperture | | f/22 |
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| Lens construction | | 21 elements in 16 groups (with 7 ED and some Nano Crystal Coat-deposited lens elements) |
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| Picture angle | | 34°20’ - 12°20’ (22°50’ - 8° with Nikon DX format) |
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| Closest focus distance | | 1.4 m/4.6 ft. (throughout entire zoom range) |
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| Maximum reproduction ratio | | 0.12x |
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| No. of diaphragm blades | | 9 (rounded) |
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| Filter/attachment size | | 77mm |
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| Diameter x length (extension from lens mount) | | Approximately 87 x 205.5 mm/3.4 x 8.1 in. |
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| Weight | | Approximately 1,540 g/3.4 lb. |
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| Supplied accessories | | 77mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-77, Rear Lens Cap LF-1, Bayonet Hood HB-48, Semi-soft case CL-M2 |
