Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Nikon Z
Release Date: 2020-01-07
MSRP Price: $2599.95
Made in: Japan
Production Status: In Production
Manufacturer Link: Product Page
Lens Description: A popular zoom among sports, event, and portrait photographers, the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S from Nikon is an impressively versatile telephoto lens characterized by its bright f/2.8 design. The fast maximum aperture suits working in available lighting conditions and also affords increased control over depth of field for isolating subjects with selective focus. The optical design incorporates a series of ED, fluorite, and SR elements, which help to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range for improved clarity and color accuracy. Additionally, ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coats, as well as a Super Integrated Coating, have been applied to suppress flare, ghosting, and surface reflections for improved contrast and color fidelity.
Photography Life Review Summary: Optically, the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is one of the best lenses in Nikon's entire lineup. It's the single sharpest zoom lens we have ever tested at Photography Life, and it also has low distortion, vignetting, chromatic aberration, and flare. The main drawback is simply that it's large and heavy, as are most 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses. Also, the high price of $2600 - though not surprising for such a lens - is sure to make some photographers hesitate before buying it. Read the full Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Review by Photography Life.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Specifications
Lens Specifications | |
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* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
Focal Length | 70-200mm |
Mount Type | Nikon Z |
Format | Full Frame / FX |
Compatible Format(s) | Full Frame / APS-C |
Compatible with Teleconverters | Yes |
Zoom Ratio | 2.9x |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.2x |
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 | 18 |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 6 |
Special Glass Elements | 1 SR Lens Element |
Aspherical Elements | 2 |
ARNEO Coating | Yes |
Nano Crystal Coat | Yes |
Super Integrated Coat (SIC) | Yes |
Fluorine Coating | Yes |
Fluorite Elements | 1 |
Focus Information | |
Focus | Autofocus |
Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
Stepper Motor (STM) | Yes |
Internal Focusing | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance | 0.5m at 70mm, 1.0m at 200mm |
Electronic Diaphragm | 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 | 89mm x 220mm |
Weight | 1440g with tripod collar |
Other Information | |
Available in Colors | Black |
Supplied Accessories | LC-77B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap), HB-92 Lens Hood, CL-C3 Lens Case |