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

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

Focal length
70–200 mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Weight
1540 g
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
140 cm
Length
205.5 mm
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At a Glance

The 70-200 mm f/2.8G ED VR II is an autofocus telephoto zoom for full-frame Nikon F-mount cameras. Its f/2.8 aperture is constant through the zoom range, and an optical stabilizer is included. The lens weighs 1.54 kg and focuses down to 1.4 m, reaching a magnification of 1:8.33 (0.12x). It is suited to sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Good for

  • Sports
  • Wildlife
  • Events
  • Portraits

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Technical Specifications

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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
16
Weight
1,540 g (3.4 lb)
Filter diameter
77 mm
Min. focus distance
140 cm (entire zoom range)
Max. magnification
1:8.3 (0.12×)
Length
205.5 mm (8.09 in)
Diameter
87 mm (3.43 in)
Announced
July 2009

Manufacturer data: nikonusa.com, nikon.com

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

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

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

Full frame:
Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
APS-C:
Nikon D3500,Nikon D7500,Nikon D500,Nikon D3400,Nikon D5600,Nikon D5500,Nikon D7200,Nikon D3300,Nikon D7100,Nikon D5300,Nikon D3200,Nikon D5200,Nikon D5100,Nikon D7000,Nikon D3100,Nikon D300S,Nikon D5000,Nikon D3000,Nikon D90,Nikon D60

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 II compared

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

LensNikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR IINIKKOR 70-200mm F/2.8E FL ED VRNikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VRSigma 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
Weight1,540 g1,430 g1,470 g1,390 g
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance140 cm110 cm140 cm100 cm
Length205.5 mm202.5 mm215 mm184 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesyesyesno
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II: FAQ

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

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

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

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

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

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II weighs 1,540 g. It is 205.5 mm long with a diameter of 87 mm.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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