Compact high-performance 2.9x FX-format telephoto zoom lens with an f/4 fixed aperture and Nikon's third-generation Vibration Reduction (VR). Capture high performance stills and HD videos with a classic 70-200 mm angle of view. An essential lens for low light or fast action sequences. The AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR, inspired by today's versatile HD-SLR shooters, it strikes an ideal balance between exceptional optics, advanced lens technologies - including game-changing third generation of vibration reduction with up to 5 stops of image stabilization - and a remarkably compact, lightweight design. Whether you shoot with an FX or DX-format camera, handheld or tripod-mounted, the AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR delivers the serious telephoto zoom performance you've been seeking.
Compact high-performance 2.9x FX-format telephoto zoom lens with an f/4 fixed aperture and Nikon's third-generation Vibration Reduction (VR). Capture high performance stills and HD videos with a classic 70-200 mm angle of view. An essential lens for low light or fast action sequences. The AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR, inspired by today's versatile HD-SLR shooters, it strikes an ideal balance between exceptional optics, advanced lens technologies - including game-changing third generation of vibration reduction with up to 5 stops of image stabilization - and a remarkably compact, lightweight design. Whether you shoot with an FX or DX-format camera, handheld or tripod-mounted, the AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR delivers the serious telephoto zoom performance you've been seeking.
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/4G Ed VR Lens
Compact high-performance 2.9x FX-format telephoto zoom lens with an f/4 fixed aperture and Nikon's third-generation Vibration Reduction (VR). Capture high performance stills and HD videos with a classic 70-200 mm angle of view. An essential lens for low light or fast action sequences. The AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR, inspired by today's versatile HD-SLR shooters, it strikes an ideal balance between exceptional optics, advanced lens technologies - including game-changing third generation of vibration reduction with up to 5 stops of image stabilization - and a remarkably compact, lightweight design. Whether you shoot with an FX or DX-format camera, handheld or tripod-mounted, the AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR delivers the serious telephoto zoom performance you've been seeking.
Compact high-performance 2.9x FX-format telephoto zoom lens with an f/4 fixed aperture and Nikon's third-generation Vibration Reduction (VR). Capture high performance stills and HD videos with a classic 70-200 mm angle of view. An essential lens for low light or fast action sequences. The AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR, inspired by today's versatile HD-SLR shooters, it strikes an ideal balance between exceptional optics, advanced lens technologies - including game-changing third generation of vibration reduction with up to 5 stops of image stabilization - and a remarkably compact, lightweight design. Whether you shoot with an FX or DX-format camera, handheld or tripod-mounted, the AF-S 70-200 mm f/4G ED VR delivers the serious telephoto zoom performance you've been seeking.
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Nikon 70-200mm F/4.0 VR G ED Lens
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originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
Nikon has really been on a roll with their modern glass. The newest consumer/prosumer grade lenses, such as the 24-120mm VR, F 1.8 primes (20, 24, 35, 50), which I also own are all excellent. These are lenses that are sharp at any aperture, resist flaring, and have top performance in most, if not all, situations (on FX as well). I previously was using a Nikon 80-200mm f2.8 AF-D (2 ring) and 70-300mm VR, both good lenses in their own right. However, for me, the 70-200mm VR will replace both. The 70-200mm VR is so much lighter than the 80-200 2.8, it's much easier to hand hold. Also, with VR, it makes those borderline situations work (since the VR works great). The F4 aperture is fast enough (for me), and faster than the 70-300mm VR variable aperture, which was not. ... MoreNikon has really been on a roll with their modern glass. The newest consumer/prosumer grade lenses, such as the 24-120mm VR, F 1.8 primes (20, 24, 35, 50), which I also own are all excellent. These are lenses that are sharp at any aperture, resist flaring, and have top performance in most, if not all, situations (on FX as well). I previously was using a Nikon 80-200mm f2.8 AF-D (2 ring) and 70-300mm VR, both good lenses in their own right. However, for me, the 70-200mm VR will replace both. The 70-200mm VR is so much lighter than the 80-200 2.8, it's much easier to hand hold. Also, with VR, it makes those borderline situations work (since the VR works great). The F4 aperture is fast enough (for me), and faster than the 70-300mm VR variable aperture, which was not. This lens has super fast autofocus, great VR, excellent sharpness, contrast, etc, even wide open. Unless you really, really, need 2.8, just stick with this one. If you need more reach, throw in the Nikon 1.4TC III. It should be the only telephoto you need, bridging the gap between the too-pro and too-consumer lenses. Skip the collar.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I had first purchased the Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 Nikon VR lens to update my much older Nikon(non-VR) f2.8 80-200mm D zoom lens ( with no tripod collar). I had some focus issues with that new purchase, so I returned that lens and decided to go with the 70-200 f4 ED VR and see how it compared. Although the f4 is a darker lens, it really doesn't matter that much for me, with what I generally shoot, and the lighter weight as well as more compact size, from the f2.8 version, was a welcome feature. Resolution-wise, Im very satisfied with the f4 lensboth close up to the full 200mm zoom range. With the minimal testing Ive done so far, it seems a very sharp lens and well constructed . A much easier lens to lug around all day, when handheld. The VR does seem excellent in ... MoreI had first purchased the Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 Nikon VR lens to update my much older Nikon(non-VR) f2.8 80-200mm D zoom lens ( with no tripod collar). I had some focus issues with that new purchase, so I returned that lens and decided to go with the 70-200 f4 ED VR and see how it compared. Although the f4 is a darker lens, it really doesn't matter that much for me, with what I generally shoot, and the lighter weight as well as more compact size, from the f2.8 version, was a welcome feature. Resolution-wise, Im very satisfied with the f4 lensboth close up to the full 200mm zoom range. With the minimal testing Ive done so far, it seems a very sharp lens and well constructed . A much easier lens to lug around all day, when handheld. The VR does seem excellent in freezing excess movementin fact, steady's action better than any other VR lens Ive used, thus far.if Im not mistaken , by 5 - f stops! I also purchased the more economic accessory tripod collar offered by B&H for this lens ( VELLO), and it too appears to be well manufactured and seems a good fit.functional and decently machined. I can't see spending the $200 for the Nikon collar version.
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A very nice lens I rented to try out on my Z7ii via the FTZ adapter. It is surprisingly sharp in the center wide open even out to 200mm. The focus is quick but not quite as quick as some of the newer generation lenses. The zoom ring was a little loose but it didn't get in my way shooting portraits all day.It doesn't weigh a ton and it's not a huge lens. I wish the VR functioned more like it did on my DSLR bodies in that it only activates when you half-press the shutter/AF-ON button, instead of just being on all of the time that the switch is in the on position. No big deal since you can flick it on/off pretty quickly and easily.The experience with Lensrentals was a smooth as ever, and the packaging they provide for the gear is second to none.
| General | |
| Length | 17.9 cm |
| Diameter | 7.8 cm |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Lens System |
Nikon 70-200mm F/4.0 VR G ED Lens
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/4G ED VR at Etoren
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Nikon has really been on a roll with their modern glass. The newest consumer/prosumer grade lenses, such as the 24-120mm VR, F 1.8 primes (20, 24, 35, 50), which I also own are all excellent. These are lenses that are sharp at any aperture, resist flaring, and have top performance in most, if not all, situations (on FX as well). I previously was using a Nikon 80-200mm f2.8 AF-D (2 ring) and 70-300mm VR, both good lenses in their own right. However, for me, the 70-200mm VR will replace both. The 70-200mm VR is so much lighter than the 80-200 2.8, it's much easier to hand hold. Also, with VR, it makes those borderline situations work (since the VR works great). The F4 aperture is fast enough (for me), and faster than the 70-300mm VR variable aperture, which was not. ... MoreNikon has really been on a roll with their modern glass. The newest consumer/prosumer grade lenses, such as the 24-120mm VR, F 1.8 primes (20, 24, 35, 50), which I also own are all excellent. These are lenses that are sharp at any aperture, resist flaring, and have top performance in most, if not all, situations (on FX as well). I previously was using a Nikon 80-200mm f2.8 AF-D (2 ring) and 70-300mm VR, both good lenses in their own right. However, for me, the 70-200mm VR will replace both. The 70-200mm VR is so much lighter than the 80-200 2.8, it's much easier to hand hold. Also, with VR, it makes those borderline situations work (since the VR works great). The F4 aperture is fast enough (for me), and faster than the 70-300mm VR variable aperture, which was not. This lens has super fast autofocus, great VR, excellent sharpness, contrast, etc, even wide open. Unless you really, really, need 2.8, just stick with this one. If you need more reach, throw in the Nikon 1.4TC III. It should be the only telephoto you need, bridging the gap between the too-pro and too-consumer lenses. Skip the collar.
I had first purchased the Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 Nikon VR lens to update my much older Nikon(non-VR) f2.8 80-200mm D zoom lens ( with no tripod collar). I had some focus issues with that new purchase, so I returned that lens and decided to go with the 70-200 f4 ED VR and see how it compared. Although the f4 is a darker lens, it really doesn't matter that much for me, with what I generally shoot, and the lighter weight as well as more compact size, from the f2.8 version, was a welcome feature. Resolution-wise, Im very satisfied with the f4 lensboth close up to the full 200mm zoom range. With the minimal testing Ive done so far, it seems a very sharp lens and well constructed . A much easier lens to lug around all day, when handheld. The VR does seem excellent in ... MoreI had first purchased the Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 Nikon VR lens to update my much older Nikon(non-VR) f2.8 80-200mm D zoom lens ( with no tripod collar). I had some focus issues with that new purchase, so I returned that lens and decided to go with the 70-200 f4 ED VR and see how it compared. Although the f4 is a darker lens, it really doesn't matter that much for me, with what I generally shoot, and the lighter weight as well as more compact size, from the f2.8 version, was a welcome feature. Resolution-wise, Im very satisfied with the f4 lensboth close up to the full 200mm zoom range. With the minimal testing Ive done so far, it seems a very sharp lens and well constructed . A much easier lens to lug around all day, when handheld. The VR does seem excellent in freezing excess movementin fact, steady's action better than any other VR lens Ive used, thus far.if Im not mistaken , by 5 - f stops! I also purchased the more economic accessory tripod collar offered by B&H for this lens ( VELLO), and it too appears to be well manufactured and seems a good fit.functional and decently machined. I can't see spending the $200 for the Nikon collar version.
A very nice lens I rented to try out on my Z7ii via the FTZ adapter. It is surprisingly sharp in the center wide open even out to 200mm. The focus is quick but not quite as quick as some of the newer generation lenses. The zoom ring was a little loose but it didn't get in my way shooting portraits all day.It doesn't weigh a ton and it's not a huge lens. I wish the VR functioned more like it did on my DSLR bodies in that it only activates when you half-press the shutter/AF-ON button, instead of just being on all of the time that the switch is in the on position. No big deal since you can flick it on/off pretty quickly and easily.The experience with Lensrentals was a smooth as ever, and the packaging they provide for the gear is second to none.
I bought this lens for my D850 because i wanted a 70-200mm lens for a long time. After months of research i decided to buy it, no regrets what so ever. I live in Brazil and reliability is an important thing for me since most of the brands doesnt have any assistance here. I tested the Nikkor 2.8 and the Tamron 70-200 f2.8, and i cant tell you guys that the nikon 2.8 is bad (it is wonderfull) but not for its price. You can have the f4 for half of the price, if you look at MTF charts and reviews you are going to see that there is no difference in quality (IQ). The f4 is lighter, cheaper, the VR is MINDBLOWING (i took some photos at 200mm 1/30 sec in the d850 45mp and get sharp pictures).The question is why Nikon f4 and not Tamron? Well the Tamron had what everyone ... MoreI bought this lens for my D850 because i wanted a 70-200mm lens for a long time. After months of research i decided to buy it, no regrets what so ever. I live in Brazil and reliability is an important thing for me since most of the brands doesnt have any assistance here. I tested the Nikkor 2.8 and the Tamron 70-200 f2.8, and i cant tell you guys that the nikon 2.8 is bad (it is wonderfull) but not for its price. You can have the f4 for half of the price, if you look at MTF charts and reviews you are going to see that there is no difference in quality (IQ). The f4 is lighter, cheaper, the VR is MINDBLOWING (i took some photos at 200mm 1/30 sec in the d850 45mp and get sharp pictures).The question is why Nikon f4 and not Tamron? Well the Tamron had what everyone complains about -> Focus issue. It was front focusing really hard, i didnt want to purchase the TAP in console in order to fix it. I really wanted a good and reliable lens.So if you want: Awesome IQ (top of the market), low weight, perfect VR and with good price tag this is the lens for you.
I am delighted with the photos the lens is capable of. Since 1995, I have used and then traded in a Pentax 80-200 (approx.; can't recall), three consumer zooms 70-300 (Vivitar, Canon, and Nikon), the Canon 70-200/2.8L I IS, and the Nikon current 80-200/2.8 and 80-400 VR, first version. The best of those was, of course, the Canon 70-200. Not having had any tele-zoom for two years, I was anxious to get one, and this 70-200/4 VR is very, very good; I'm placing it second in line with these that I've owned. It could be better than the 1990s' Canon I cannot compare them directly. Major lens reviewers (e.g., Thom, Lloyd, Ming) all agree that this 70-200/4 is a solid performer, with very nice qualities ones that we did not even have in decades past. So, this 70-200 is about ... MoreI am delighted with the photos the lens is capable of. Since 1995, I have used and then traded in a Pentax 80-200 (approx.; can't recall), three consumer zooms 70-300 (Vivitar, Canon, and Nikon), the Canon 70-200/2.8L I IS, and the Nikon current 80-200/2.8 and 80-400 VR, first version. The best of those was, of course, the Canon 70-200. Not having had any tele-zoom for two years, I was anxious to get one, and this 70-200/4 VR is very, very good; I'm placing it second in line with these that I've owned. It could be better than the 1990s' Canon I cannot compare them directly. Major lens reviewers (e.g., Thom, Lloyd, Ming) all agree that this 70-200/4 is a solid performer, with very nice qualities ones that we did not even have in decades past. So, this 70-200 is about as good as you can have now, at around this price. Once it arrives, you will need to call upon your best technique. Using the various autofocus modes on Nikon bodies is a challenge in itself; this lens is able to work very well with current autofocus technology. I'm using the lens on a D810. I suggest using a monopod whenever possible, instead of hand holding. The lens seems about as heavy as the D810, and if I had more cash I would get the Kirk lens collar for this model. My hawk picture is a grab shot taken during my first outing with the lens and camera, with VR, monopod, 175 mm, ISO 400, f9, 1/320 s, with manually assisted autofocus. Using just the viewfinder and at a moment's notice, it is very difficult to focus on a bird's head at this distance.
Overall this lens exceeded my expectations. My assessments are all done on a focus calibrated D810. Wide open contrast and sharpness are both high at any focal length. Focus is fast and accurate. Bokeh is good for an f/4 tele zoom. You might be comparing this lens to the AF-P 70-300mm. The AF-P is cheaper, lets in less light, and zooms further, but it can't accept tele converters and it's optics aren't nearly as good. Choose this 70-200 f/4 if you value optical performance over versatility and price.
When I went for the lighter weight and $700 less than the 2.8 I thought maybe I was making a mistake. However, I am glad I bought this lightweight beauty. I put it on my D7000, which I was about to get rid of because the pictures weren't coming out sharp enough for this Virgo with my old lenses. Wow, all of a sudden things were tack sharp and the bokeh at F4 was great. On my D800 and D810 this lens is amazing, though when traveling in Africa I do long for a longer zoom. In other reviews people have mentioned that the light weight makes for using the lens in many more situations than one might with the heavier 2.8. I agree completely. I use it in the studio at 85 and 100, I street shoot with it, I use it on safari where with the 36 MP of my D810 I can crop a square ... MoreWhen I went for the lighter weight and $700 less than the 2.8 I thought maybe I was making a mistake. However, I am glad I bought this lightweight beauty. I put it on my D7000, which I was about to get rid of because the pictures weren't coming out sharp enough for this Virgo with my old lenses. Wow, all of a sudden things were tack sharp and the bokeh at F4 was great. On my D800 and D810 this lens is amazing, though when traveling in Africa I do long for a longer zoom. In other reviews people have mentioned that the light weight makes for using the lens in many more situations than one might with the heavier 2.8. I agree completely. I use it in the studio at 85 and 100, I street shoot with it, I use it on safari where with the 36 MP of my D810 I can crop a square centimeter out of a full frame and still get a great photo. I've shot the 2.8. Hey, it's magnificent, but for the weight and the time I'd really need it? Maybe when I retire and shoot wedding instead of traipsing through swamps around the world. Great lens, can't say enough good things about it.
I have the Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8 VRII, but that's sometimes a little too much to lug around. This lens is about an inch shorter, a little over half the weight, uses 67mm filters instead of 77mm, and is slimmer. Sure; you lose one f-stop, and that might be important if you're really looking for subject isolation. But being a stop slower is less of a concern now that when the lens was introduced because cameras that have come out since that time (late 2012) are able to acceptably handle one stop higher ISOs.I've used this on both my D500 and D7200 shooting sports and static subjects (some in very dim light at speeds as low as 1/25, hand held) and am very happy with the results.This lens does not come with a collar. If you think you'd like a collar, for about the ... MoreI have the Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8 VRII, but that's sometimes a little too much to lug around. This lens is about an inch shorter, a little over half the weight, uses 67mm filters instead of 77mm, and is slimmer. Sure; you lose one f-stop, and that might be important if you're really looking for subject isolation. But being a stop slower is less of a concern now that when the lens was introduced because cameras that have come out since that time (late 2012) are able to acceptably handle one stop higher ISOs.I've used this on both my D500 and D7200 shooting sports and static subjects (some in very dim light at speeds as low as 1/25, hand held) and am very happy with the results.This lens does not come with a collar. If you think you'd like a collar, for about the same price as the Nikon collar, you can get a Kirk Photo collar with more forward support and an Arca-Swiss dovetailed foot. I shoot with the foot resting on my left palm, which leaves my fingers free to operate the zoom.I'm glad I talked myself into buying this lens ;-) and, as always, the staff here was a pleasure to deal with.
I was seeking a good quality middle-distance zoom to complement the Nikon 16-85mm and Sigma 150-500 zooms in my bag, for use with my Nikon DX body. As such, I looked at the usual suspects: Nikon 70-300, Tamron 70-300, Nikon 70-200 f2.8 and f4.I settled on the Nikon 70-200 f4, as it strikes a good balance of speed, weight and claimed performance. Having received the lens (purchased at a sensible price through WEX), I have been delighted with the performance and quality of this lens. images a ultra-sharp at f4, focus is fast and the feel of the lens is great, with smoothly rotating focus and zoom rings that offer sensible ratios of movement.This is a multi-talented lens - fast enough to work well for (daylight) sports and wildlife, produces beautiful bokeh for ... MoreI was seeking a good quality middle-distance zoom to complement the Nikon 16-85mm and Sigma 150-500 zooms in my bag, for use with my Nikon DX body. As such, I looked at the usual suspects: Nikon 70-300, Tamron 70-300, Nikon 70-200 f2.8 and f4.I settled on the Nikon 70-200 f4, as it strikes a good balance of speed, weight and claimed performance. Having received the lens (purchased at a sensible price through WEX), I have been delighted with the performance and quality of this lens. images a ultra-sharp at f4, focus is fast and the feel of the lens is great, with smoothly rotating focus and zoom rings that offer sensible ratios of movement.This is a multi-talented lens - fast enough to work well for (daylight) sports and wildlife, produces beautiful bokeh for portraits, sufficient reach for most needs. I have tried this with 1.4x, 1.7x and 2x Nikon teleconverters with impressive results, though of course aperture is reduced accordingly.That brings me to the main downside - price. However you look at this, it is expensive compared to the alternatives, even looking expensive next to the f2.8, which offers better build ( though the f4 is not flimsy) and of course the extra stop of shutter speed, for not a lot more. However, that lens was too heavy for my needs (I have access to an f2.8 and it is an impractical option on a lightweight DX format camera, such as my present D5100) and interestingly, the f4 offers much longer focal lengths at near-focus ranges (where the f2.8 cuts this down). The brace of 70-300 options are appealing and offer the extra 100mm reach for much less and I have seen excellent results from both these lenses. However the extra speed, better build and possibility to use with Nikons TC, make this worthy of the extra for the keen enthusiast, particularly if you are looking to upgrade bodies in the future, or are already a full-frame user. Even on a "lowly" D5100, images are so nicely resolved, cropping an area from a shot is perfectly usable.Overall, a superb addition to the Nikon range and sure to delight anyone taking the plunge!
I bought this lens as part of an upgrade to the lenses I use to shoot landscapes. I shoot with a Nikon D7100, with an APS-C sensor. I had read professional reviews citing lab reports showing that, although this lens may create images displaying slight softness around the edges when used with a full-size sensor, it is tack sharp throughout when used with an APS-C sensor. That has been my experience. I recently returned from shooting landscapes in widely varying conditions in Southern Utah and Northern Arizona: slot canyons, Bryce NP, Zion NP, badlands, the Navajo wave, and other locations. On my computer, the images are exceptionally sharp edge to edge. Although I shot in some challenging lighting conditions, I have noticed no chromatic aberration, and the very ... MoreI bought this lens as part of an upgrade to the lenses I use to shoot landscapes. I shoot with a Nikon D7100, with an APS-C sensor. I had read professional reviews citing lab reports showing that, although this lens may create images displaying slight softness around the edges when used with a full-size sensor, it is tack sharp throughout when used with an APS-C sensor. That has been my experience. I recently returned from shooting landscapes in widely varying conditions in Southern Utah and Northern Arizona: slot canyons, Bryce NP, Zion NP, badlands, the Navajo wave, and other locations. On my computer, the images are exceptionally sharp edge to edge. Although I shot in some challenging lighting conditions, I have noticed no chromatic aberration, and the very slight lens distortion is easily correctible with a click in Lightroom. And with the Vello tripod collar, the lens sits secure and nicely balanced on my tripod. I would recommend this lens without hesitation to anyone who shoots landscapes with a DSLR camera with an APS-C sensor.
| General | |
| Length | 17.9 cm |
| Diameter | 7.8 cm |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Lens System |
