Lens Details
Nikon
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II
$2,999~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: May 16, 2025
Highlights
- Designed for Nikon Z, a full-frame 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom that is built for distant subjects and compression.
- A bright f/2.8 aperture supports low-light work and subject separation through the zoom range.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is built for serious reach at 1250g.
Who it's for
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is a 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom lens — a telephoto option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Wildlife, sports and distant subjects — reach to 200mm.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
Keep in mind
- !Heavy at 1250g (2.76 lb) — best balanced on larger bodies or a tripod.
70-200mm
Focal Length
f/2.8
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
○
Stabilized
1250g
Weight
77mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 70-200mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 18 |
| Optical Groups | 16 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 34° – 12° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | Yes |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $2,999 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Diameter | 89mm |
| Length | 206mm |
| Weight | 1250g (2.76 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes |
