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Black cylindrical telephoto zoom lens with gold accent ring and focus distance window

Nikon Global

Nikon Global AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II camera lens 2185

SKU CH-EZ8E-2ARTQ

A fast-aperture telephoto zoom with vibration reduction, weather sealing and silent autofocus for sports, wildlife and low-light shooting

  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Fast f/2.8 constant aperture for low-light shooting
  • VR II stabilization gives 3.5 stops shake reduction
  • Seven ED elements cut chromatic aberration
  • Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings reduce ghosting
  • Internal focus with 1.4 m minimum distance throughout zoom

Telephoto Zoom for FX and DX DSLRs

The AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II is a constant-aperture telephoto zoom built for Nikon F-mount cameras. It covers the 70-200mm focal range with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 that holds steady throughout the zoom. The lens is compatible with both FX and DX format DSLR bodies.

Vibration Reduction and Optical Coatings

Nikon's VR II system compensates for camera shake by providing the equivalent of 3.5 shutter speed stops of stabilisation. Seven extra-low dispersion elements reduce chromatic aberration while Nano Crystal Coat and Super Integrated Coating suppress ghosting and flare. A Silent Wave Motor drives fast, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override.

Built for Event, Sport and Wildlife Work

The weather-sealed barrel and rubber mount seal suit photographers working in dust or moisture. The constant f/2.8 aperture supports low-light shooting and shallow depth of field for portraiture. Shooters who need a lighter variable-aperture zoom or wider focal coverage should consider other options.

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Price $1,072.99
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Specifications

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Product typeZoom Lens

Questions about this item

How often should the weather-sealed mount and VR II mechanism be serviced to keep the lens sealed and stable?

Nikon does not publish a fixed service interval; have a technician check the rubber mount seal and VR II unit if the lens takes heavy rain, dust or impact.

At 200 mm and f/2.8, will the VR II stabilisation run out of correction before shutter speed becomes the limiting factor?

VR II supplies up to 3.5 stops of shake reduction; beyond that, subject motion or the 1/200 s flash-sync ceiling usually limits sharpness first.

Does the Silent Wave Motor or VR II unit generate noticeable heat or fan noise during all-day sports shoots?

The lens has no fan; the SWM and VR II run silently and stay cool enough for continuous daily use without audible noise or thermal throttling.

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