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 excellent resolution and high contrast. The additional use of Nano Crystal Coat effectively suppresses ghost and flare for clear images. Adoption of the Silent Wave Motor (SWM) allows for smooth and quiet autofocusing that makes the most of camera autofocus subject tracking systems. The lens also provides superior operation with three focus modes M, A/M, M/A for manual focusing or manually fine-tuning focus acquired with autofocus by simply rotating the lens' focus ring.

The vibration reduction system (VR II) provides camera shake compensation equivalent to increases in shutter speed by four steps*. Two vibration reduction modes are available.

NORMAL mode: The vibration reduction mechanism reduces ordinary camera shake. Panning is also supported.

ACTIVE mode: The vibration reduction mechanism reduces extreme camera shake, such as that which occurs with shooting from a moving vehicle.

Features

• 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 ima
• 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.

Specifications

Construction	16 Groups /21 Elements (with 7 ED and some Nano Crystal Coat-deposited lens elements)
Angle of view	34° 20' - 12° 20' (22°50' - 8° with Nikon DX format)
F stop range	2.8 - 22
Closest Focusing Distance	4.6 ft. 1.4m (throughout entire zoom range)
Maximum Magnification	0.12
Filter Size	77mm
Dimensions (Length x Diameter)	8.2 x 3.4" / 209mm x 87mm
Weight	54.3 oz. / 1540g

Includes

• Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens (Black)
• HB-48 Bayonet Lens Hood
• LC-77 Snap-On Front Lens Cap
• LF-1 Rear Lens Cap
• CL-M2Soft Case