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

Telephoto zoom lens for compatible Nikon SLR cameras

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Capture crystal-clear closeups of distant subjects with this high-performance lens from Nikon. It's designed for premium optical performance with their SLR cameras, like the D90 or D300s. A large maximum aperture throughout the focal range means you'll be able to capture well-exposed photos, even when shooting in lower light with slower shutter speeds. Get great pictures of friends around a campfire or birds on a sunrise hike.

Superior clarity across the entire frame
High-quality Nikon optics ensure accurate, razor-sharp results. A multi-coating on the lens minimizes flare and ghosting. Your photos will be clear and detailed across the entire field of view — from one edge to the other — thanks to seven ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) glass elements.

Compensates for hand-held shooting
The lens has built-in vibration reduction so your photos will come out crisp in all different sorts of lighting conditions. Built-in motion sensors steer a special set of optical elements inside the lens, neatly compensating for camera movement and stabilizing the image. You get much sharper pictures — even in low-light conditions where slower shutter speeds and hand motion can easily cause blurred images with a regular lens.

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  • AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm F/2.8G ED VR II lens
  • designed for use with Nikon digital SLR cameras including the D5000, D90, D300s, and D700
  • focal length of 105-300mm on Nikon DX SLR cameras
  • Vibration Reduction allows in-focus shots with longer exposure times (up to four shutter speeds slower)
  • contains seven ED (extra-low dispersion) lens elements for high resolution and contrast
  • Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet focusing
  • 9-blade aperture
  • constructed of 21 elements in 16 groups
  • minimum focus distance: 4.6 feet
  • minimum aperture: f/22
  • multi-coating reduces flare and ghosting
  • filter size: 77mm
  • weight: 54.3 ounces
  • warranty: 5 years with Nikon registration
  • Our 60-day money-back guarantee
Supplied Accessories:
  • flower-shaped lens hood
  • front and rear lens caps
  • lens case
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    Nikon
    Image Stabilization
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    Yes
    Focal Length
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    70-200mm
    Maximum Aperture
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    f/2.8
    Weight
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    54.4 oz.
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    5 Years w/registration
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    5 Years w/registration

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    • 70-200mm AF-S ED VR II Nikkor lens
    • HB-48 Lens hood
    • LC-77 Front lens cap (installed)
    • LF-1 Rear lens cap (installed)
    • CL-M2 Soft lens case
    • Adjustable shoulder strap
    • Instruction Manual (English/ French/ Spanish/ + 11 other languages)
    • Warranty form
    • Nikon extended service registration
    • Nikon sweepstakes entry form

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    Features

    Overview: This item is an AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm, f/2.8G ED VR II, telephoto lens, optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness with the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) image sensors. It is also compatible with camera bodies using the DX format (APS-C image sensors, 15.7mm x 23.7mm).

    Construction: The seven Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements ensure sharp pictures virtually free of color fringing.

    Nano Crystal Coat: The Nano Crystal Coat deposited on some of the lens elements ensures that fine, clear images can be reproduced under various shooting conditions, from the sunny outdoors to spotlighted interior scenes.

    Built-in CPU: The lens has a built-in CPU which allows it to communicate with the camera body for focus and exposure functions. A set of CPU contacts is located on the lens mount for interfacing with the camera body.

    Auto Focus: Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet autofocusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range. Nikon's Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation. The manual/auto focus mode switch allows quick response to situations requiring manual focus operation.

    Zoom Control: The lens features a large, textured manual zoom ring for easy zooming control.

    Vibration Reduction (VR II): Vibration reduction minimizes the effects of camera shake, allowing you to shoot handheld at as many as 4 shutter speed stops slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images. You can turn vibration reduction on or off with the switch on the side of the lens. VR has two modes; Normal and Active (designed for use with strong vibrations, such as taking pictures while in a moving vehicle).

    Aperture: Because there is no aperture ring on this lens, the aperture must be set on the camera.

    Diaphragm: The lens is equipped with a fully-automatic, 9-blade diaphragm that produces a nearly circular aperture. Out-of-focus images in front of or behind the subject are rendered as pleasing blurs.

    Tripod Collar: The tripod collar is detachable; it can be removed when not needed.

    Focus Range Limit: If your subject is always more than 16 feet 5 inches away, the focus limit switch allows you to fix the focus range at 5m-infinity to reduce focusing time (available in autofocus mode only).

    Specifications

    • Type of Lens: G-type AF-S Zoom-Nikkor lens with a built-in CPU
    • Type of Mount: Nikon bayonet type
    • Filter Diameter: 77mm
    • Focal Length: 70mm to 200mm (the 35mm equivalent is approximately 105mm-300mm when using a camera body with an APS-C image sensor)
    • Closest Focus Distance: approximately 4 feet 7 inches
    • Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
    • Minimum Aperture: f/22
    • Lens Construction: 21 elements in 16 groups with 7 ED glass elements and some Nano Crystal Coat-deposited lens elements
    • Focal Length Scale: 70mm, 85mm, 105mm, 135mm, 200mm
    • Physical Dimensions:
      • Without Hood:
        • Length: 9.060"
        • Diameter: 3.435"
      • With Hood:
        • Length: 11.242"
        • Diameter: 4.224"
    • Weight: approximately 54.4 ounces

    Warranty Information

    Warranty Terms: Nikon offers a 1-year parts and labor warranty on this lens. An additional 4-year Extended Service Coverage is available at no charge if you register the product with Nikon within 10 days of purchase.

     

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    As always, dealing with Crutchfield and ordering this lens was an absolute joy. Their staff was very pleasant and the unit showed up very quickly on my doorstep.

    The 70-200 is to me the holy grail of zoom lenses. The focal length is so useful and the consistent f/2.8 aperture gives amazing low light capabilities. The VR II implementation plus the f/2.8 aperture allows for some amazing results where a tripod would normally be mandatory.

    This lens does have some drawbacks and that is primarily size. This is a massive lens that is very heavy and will most likely make every camera bag your own obsolete. Due to the size, it's usage seems very deliberate and focused as this is not something you would probably throw on your camera and go for a walk with or drag around on vacation. Also, if you are placing this lens on a smaller body such as a D7000, I would highly recommend the MB-D11 Grip to provide extra leverage on your palm to assist holding up the camera.
    Pros:
    Professional Grade build quality with amazing results.
    Cons:
    Ergonomics; This is a massive and very heavy lens.
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