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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR

Focal length
70–200 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1470 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
140 cm
Length
215 mm

At a Glance

The 70-200 mm telephoto zoom for Nikon F-mount full frame holds f/2.8 throughout and includes an optical stabilizer. It weighs 1.47 kg and focuses down to 1.4 m. A tripod collar is part of the package. The focal range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Good for

  • Sports
  • Wildlife
  • Events
  • Portraits

Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check

Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
70 mm
Max. focal length
200 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.8
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
21
Groups
15
Weight
1,470 g (3.24 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
140 cm (55.12 in)
Length
215 mm (8.46 in)
Diameter
87 mm (3.43 in)

Manufacturer data: cdn-10.nikon-cdn.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR fit?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR is a full-frame lens for Nikon F-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 105-300 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon F-Mount cameras

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

LensNikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VRNIKKOR 70-200mm F/2.8E FL ED VRNikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR IISigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG Macro HSM II
Focal length70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm70-200 mm
Max. aperturef/2.8f/2.8f/2.8f/2.8
Weight1,470 g1,430 g1,540 g1,390 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance140 cm110 cm140 cm100 cm
Length215 mm202.5 mm205.5 mm184 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesyesno
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR: FAQ

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR have autofocus?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR has autofocus.

Does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR have image stabilization?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR weigh?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR weighs 1,470 g. It is 215 mm long with a diameter of 87 mm.

What filter size does the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR use?

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR is 140 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 105-300 mm in full-frame terms.

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