New fast telephoto zoom lens AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II for use with digital- and film-SLR cameras. A number of unique Nikon technologies have been adopted for this lens, including the use of seven ED glass elements, Nano Crystal Coat, a vibration reduction (VR II) system that provides camera shake compensation equivalent to increases in shutter speed by four steps, and a Silent Wave Motor (SWM). This fast telephoto zoom lens provides the excellent performance and superior image quality demanded by professional and advanced amateur photographers. With release of this lens, Nikon has structured an incomparable NIKKOR zoom lens system that also includes the current AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED and AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED for complete coverage of focal lengths from 14mm to 200mm with support for a maximum aperture of f/2.8 throughout the entire range. The AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II offers excellent performance throughout its range of focal lengths, from the natural rendering characteristics of mid-range telephoto positions to the compressed perspective of telephoto positions. The lens makes the most of a wide variety of scenes, from portraits to staged events as well as sports photography under nighttime lighting, press photography, and scenes that require soft rendering of out-of-focus portions. The use of seven ED glass elements provides the ultimate in rendering characteristics for capture of images exhibiting exc
This fast f/2.8 Zoom-Nikkor lens is perfect for sports, photojournalism and wildlife photography.
Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization
Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR Nikkor lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images.
7 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements
Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture settings.
Nano Crystal Coat
Further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity.
Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
Enhances light transmission and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.
Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Enables fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus.
Rounded 9-blade diaphragm
Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements.
Internal Focus (IF)
Provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the length of the lens, retaining subjectworking distance through the focus range.
Focuses to 4.6 feet
Close focusing provided throughout the entire zoom range for extended versatility.
M/A focus mode switch
Enables quick response to changing situations between manual and autofocus operation.
Flower-shaped lens hood
Included HB-48 lens hood--shades the objective from unwanted, image-degrading light.
Product Features
- Fast f/2.8 Zoom-Nikkor lens
- Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization
- 7 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements;
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC); exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
- Focuses to 4.6 feet
Technical Details
- Brand Name: Nikon
- Model: 70-200 VR II
- Lens Type: Telephoto zoom lens
- Mounting Type: Nikon F
- Minimum focal length: 70 millimeters
- Maximum focal length: 200 millimeters
- Minimum Focal Range: 4.6 feet
- Maximum Aperature Range: F/2.8
- Camera Magnify Power: 0.12
- Lens System Special Functions: Zoom, Tele
- Focus Type: auto-focus, manual-focus
- Real Angle Of View: 34.3
- Weight: 3.3 pounds
- Item Display Diameter: 3.4 inches
- Length: 8 inches
Customer Reviews
"I did a fair amount of research on this lense before I made the investment, on both consumer and professional boards. My use application - photographing leaping dancers on a dim stage from the back of a high-school-sized auditorium - was beyond the capability of my prior lens, and I was tired of trading off blurry against dim/grainy. This lens is compatible with my Nikon camera body and I needed both the 200mm and f2.8, so it emerged as the best choice for me.
Results - I took more than 8000 photos over two weekends, all live dance, real-time, single-opportunity, no retakes. I'd estimate that less than 2% were bad, probably all of those were operator error (wrong focus point, not enough settling before shooting, etc). The rest ranged from good to amazing (it helps having some great subject material) and close to 1% were poster quality: subjects frozen high in the air, no blurring of the extremities, fast/crisp focus, good color balance despite uneven stage lighting. Focus speed was super-quick (fraction of a second when using the 10meter lock-out setting). I used a tri-pod for about 80%, the only way I could differentiate them from the hand-held (with image stabilization enabled) was by the location from which the shots were taken. Shutter priority, 1/160 second, f-stop ranged from 2.8 (wide open) to 5 or so. Really appreciate the constant f-stop, never had the feature before; when continuously zooming in/out as the subject moves it eliminates the normal trade-off between speed and f-stop selection.
Made a few images into posters - even at 20x30 inch these action shots were crip and clean.
Yes, it is heavy. Invest in a sturdy tripod (one that allows smooth panning if your subject is moving) if you plan to use it for more than a minute or two straight... Yes, it is expensive. I waited a year after first seeing the predecessor in action before buying one for myself. Worth every penny. No, the battery drain is not a problem. Surprisingly minimal additional battery drain: with both VR and auto-focus running continously for each 3-minute shoot, a single EN-EL9 (1000mA-hr) was good for more than 3000 photos.
One final comment, the bokeh is every bit as impressive as others have mentioned... "
"Simply the best lens I've had the chance to use.
1/ Great VR and ability to capture light means better low light shots: I managed to take night shots at ISO 160, 200mm and 1/10th of a second, handheld. I have simply never seen anything like this before.
2/ Improved optics mean cleaner shots: distortion is pretty much inexistent, lines remain almost perfectly straight even on the edges. I use a DX body so can't speak for FX bodies, but on my camera there is no vignetting nor soft corner issues at F/2.8. Tests have seen mention that it's greatly improved on FX lenses compared to the previous model.
finally, the sharpness of this lens is mind blowing: it is probably one of the sharpest lenses ever made.
3/ It works superbly with the TC 1.7 converter if you're looking for a great 340mm lens (not so much with the 2.0 one, be warned).
The only downsides are that it is HEAVY, so you have to be ready to carry something like that around, and that it'll probably make you want to purchase a new body soon just to see if you can push the quality even further :-) "
Nikon 77mm Screw-on Neutral Color Filter
Product Features
- Assembly Required: No, Impression Size: 1.19" Width x 3.12" Length, Impression Type: Custom Message Stamp, Number of Lines: Up to 8 Line with 43 Character per Line
- Sold as 1 each
Technical Details
- Brand Name: Nikon
- Model: FTA60801
- Item Package Quantity: 1
- Device Type: Filter
- Form Factor: Round
- Photo Filter Effect Type: Protection
- Item Display Diameter: 77 millimeters
- Specific Uses For Product: Camera
Customer Reviews
"UV Filters are usually most people buy just mainly to protect the lens, so am I. I never picky about UV or NC filters, so I settled all my filters on Hoya (reason is I bought few of the Hoya special filters such as Circular Polarizer, and Star-8) and I used to love Hoya filters until a month ago.
I got myself a 2nd hand Nikkor 105mm VR Macro F2.8, the previous owner sold it to me together with the Nikon 62mm NC Filter attached. I was amazed by the clarity the Nikon NC Filter was. You can test it out by simply putting the filters on top of a piece of white paper to check the clarity. Hoya UV had a slight yellowish, else Nikon is clearly a winner.
I threw my Hoya 77mm UV and got myself this Nikon 77mm NC filter. My 17-55mm F2.8 never been so good before. "
"I have been shooting for over 30 years. During college my professors drilled the need for a UV filter to protect your lens. I had been very faithful to that rule.
My wife, a professional photographer, never used a protecting filter.
I was having problems getting a shot of a purple flower. It kept shooting blue. I took off the UV filter and it shot the flower purple.
UV filters are not just an issue with flowers. Many dyes have UV reflecting components, that I was not able to capture.
I now purchase clear filters to protect the lens. I do not see any discoloration on the glass or my photographs. "
