Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 2002-02-21
MSRP Price: $2849.95
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: Discontinued
Lens Description: This fast f/2.8 high-performance zoom lens features Nikon’s VR image stabilization and is the ideal lens for low-light sports and portrait photography.
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED VR Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 70-200mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | Yes |
| Zoom Ratio | 2.9x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.25x |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | Yes |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 22°50' |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 8° |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 34°20' |
| Minimum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 12°20' |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 21 |
| Lens Groups | 15 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 5 |
| Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Silent Wave Motor (SWM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.50m |
| Focus Mode Switch | Auto, Manual |
| G-type | Yes |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | Yes |
| Dimensions | 87 x 215mm |
| Weight | 1470g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black and Gold |
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Hi
Is upgrading to VR2 worth? i have the VR1 and i am not getting sharp images on my D750. Please suggest.
Hi, Prasad Nikon 70-200mm VR also very sharp lens , so you check first your Auto focus test may be problems in your back focus or front focus. Thnks.
Thank you very much Rajeev