AF-S NIKKOR
70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
Fast aperture, f/2.8 zoom features VR II image stabilization, ED glass and Nano Crystal Coat. Excels at low-light sports, fashion, portraits and more.
$2,399.95*SRPSRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.
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AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
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They say 'good things comes in small packages'
This lens is one of a kind lens, with the 2.8 aperture you can do a lot of good work.
I'd personaly recommend this lens, on the other side it is a little expensive not everybody can afford it but still it's a great lens.
January 7, 2012
worth it!!!
i have no idea what type of photographer you are, nor do i know of and/or appreciate your abilities. suffice it to say, if you're considering this lens buy it. no other need for discussion, nor listening to the opinions of others (including mine) buy it, period end of sentence. it's worth it
December 31, 2011
Poor Lens
I bought this lens a few months back. At the time I placed the order it was back ordered. The lens arrived when I was traveling and I did not have a chance to try it. By the time I used it, it was past 30 days. The lens had focusing issues when set on auto focus. The images manually focused were soft for certain distances. I had to send it to Nikon to get it fixed. Although they fixed it for free, I had to pay $60 for one way shipping.I was in disbelief that I paid $2300 for the piece of gear that was defective and wondered if nikon does a quality check on its products at all especially on their so called pro gear that they sell at steep prices.
December 20, 2011
An excellent upgrade from the VR1
I received the lens last week so have not given it a thorough test but my initial range of shots have been impressive. What I hoped for when buying the lens was to match the contrast and full-frame sharpness of Nikon's other new professional zooms, the 14-24 and the 24-70, and I have not been disappointed. I have not tried it out with portraits or events but am confident the focal lengths of the lens will satisfy my needs in these areas. Strong build quality gives me confidence that the lens will hold up.
October 24, 2011
Performs as advertised
I received the AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f2.8 ED VRII refurbished lens on 10/12/2011 from the Nikon Store and immediately put it to work with my D200.The conditions were a typical Fall Western PA late afternoon, that being gloomy and gray. The lens performed as advertised. The colors of the remaining flowers were vibrant and and the VR system works great with a lens weighing more than three pounds.
October 13, 2011
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All9 months ago
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Tammer
Canada
Location :
Canada
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Just getting started with photography
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I use this lense on both a D90 and a D3S, and it works great.Apr 22, 2011 by
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Paul
Key West, FL
Location :
Key West, FL
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Oh yesAnswer:
yes. But effective focal length will be 105 mm to 300 mm given 1.5 crop factor ( D90 is not full frame camera). LENS IS SO GOOD THAT YOU NEED TO TRY IT TO BELIEVE.Apr 14, 2011 by
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docmic
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes.Answer:
Yes, the lens will work with your D90.
I'm planning on upgrading my camera at some point from a D80 to something better. I have two questions.
Will this lens work on it?
Can I use this lens on the camera witout having to have a monopod or tripod? I like to keep my camera in my hand via a secure strap. I'm wondering if I can do that same with this lens attached?
Thanks,
---Mark
Will this lens work on it?
Can I use this lens on the camera witout having to have a monopod or tripod? I like to keep my camera in my hand via a secure strap. I'm wondering if I can do that same with this lens attached?
Thanks,
---Mark
8 months ago
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Mark
Stanhope, NJ
Location :
Stanhope, NJ
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes! You can use this with your D80.I'm using this with my D80, and it is completely hand holdable
Note, the lens will dwarf the camera. it makes the camera feel like a stack of post it notes.
All joking a side, it will focus just as great as it would on any other camera.
the measurements will lead to 105 - 300 F2.8 on the D80.
you dont even need to hold the camera so much, just the lens.
Yes, you can have this camera and lens secure by a trap, I recommend getting a sling so your gear won't weigh your neck down. and it just works!
Aug 1, 2011 by
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RK
B.C Canada
Location :
B.C Canada
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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on the shorter focal lengths, with VR turned on, you can use it handheld, however, it will be HEAVY. on longer focal lengths, unless you're using very fast shutter speeds, you will have to have at least a monopod. and an af-s lens is compatible with all D-series nikon bodies, and will be.Answer:
yes, All AF-S lens will work with D80, And the monopod/tripod problem is really depend on what shutter speed you can work on, But it is better to have monopod/tripod when taking indoor/lowlight conduction because you can boost the ISO high enought on the D80 for a faster shutter speedAnswer:
yes, All AF-S lens will work with D80
I realized today that my AF-S VR-NIKKOR 70-200mm 1:2.8 G ED lens does not respond to any camera it's mounted to as far as changing the aperture from f/2.8 to any other aperture setting. Also, when attempting to preview using the "Depth Of Field Preview Button" on either my D200, D300, or D700, I can hear the click of the camera actuate the button, but it seems the camera is not receiving the change in aperture from f/2.8 to any other aperture. I purchased the lens from B&H Photo as a factory refurbished lens and was wondering if by looking up the serial number, it can be determined if the reason it was refurbished was for the same reason.
9 months ago
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Pat
White Plains, NY
Location :
White Plains, NY
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Professional photographer
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Dan The Photo Man, you are right on the money!!! I got a response from Nikon that made my head spin. Totally off base as far as I'm concerned. BUT...You, my friend were exactly on point! After reading your response, I took a look at the aperture arm and at first I didn't notice that it was bent. But it did not move freely in its slot. I the took a small needle nose and bent it a tiny bit, away from the side of the slot that it was rubbing against, and it sprung to the other end of the slot. It now moves freely and is spring loaded and when I tried it on the camera, it operated properly. Thanks a million, Dan!Apr 14, 2011 by
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Pat
White Plains, NY
Location :
White Plains, NY
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Professional photographer
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Sounds like the aperture arm (a little metal piece that protrudes from the lens at the mounting end) is either damaged or has been bent. When you put the lens on the camera you have to be careful not to damage the arm.It's a shiny silver piece that should move freely in it's slot (about a half inch back and forth) and as you manually move it you will see the aperture change. You may have to bend it slightly back to it's correct position so it will engage and function properly.
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Dan the photo man
Jacksonville, FL
Location :
Jacksonville, FL
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than 20 years
Role: Professional photographer
Answer:
Information regarding why it was refurbished is not shown with the serial number. You are welcome to send the lens for evaluation.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
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AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
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What kind of teleconvertes I can use?
10 months ago
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gaby
bermuda
Location :
bermuda
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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It depends on what you are shooting but i would use the nikon 1.7x teleconverter. It's not too much of a decrement in autofocus speed and light loss but still 70% more zoom. Great fit.Answer:
AF-S Teleconverters (TC-14E II /TC-17E II /TC-20E II)Answer:
TC-14E II, TC-17E II, TC-20E II and TC-20E III can all be used with the 70-200.10 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes. No problem, but the images will be cropped. I use it on my DX body cameras.Answer:
Yes, you can use this lens with the D3000.10 months ago
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john
neenah wi
Location :
neenah wi
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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This lens works flawlessly with my D7000. I borrowed one for a wedding and it was a dream to use in the fact that I hardly thought about it the whole time, aside from wanting one!Sample image was shot w/ a D7000 and the 70-200 VRII
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Mar 28, 2011 by
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Drumsnap
Central Florida
Location :
Central Florida
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Very well. I use this on my D7000 with no problem at all.10 months ago
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cooknsouth
Tulare, CA
Location :
Tulare, CA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
2 Answers
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D7000, yes. D70 yes.Answer:
Yes, the D7000 has a focusing motor in it as well so it can take both lenses w/ motors in them (like this 70-200) or without (like the 80-200). The D70 also has a built-in motor so it will work with both as well. The D7000's AF system is much more advanced, however, and is very quick in comparison to my D200's AF, fyi.The sample image was taken w/ this 70-200 VRII and my D7000.
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Mar 28, 2011 by
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Drumsnap
Central Florida
Location :
Central Florida
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
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Do I need a teleconverter with this lens (AF-S NIKKORII for use on a d5000? I mostly take pictures @ baseball, football games ,and landscape shots.
Is there another lens that may be more suitable for my needs?
8 months ago
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todd
nyc
Location :
nyc
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Just getting started with photography
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Personally, I wouldn't recommend that simply because you're gaining very little by putting on a teleconverter on the 70-200 lens when shooting sports. This lens is ideal for action that is happening closer to you. By putting a teleconverter on it, it makes it a little unwieldy to shoot with. That is when you will want to use a super telephoto lens (300mm and above). That is best for shooting subjects that are far away. Also, by putting the teleconverter on the 70-200, depending on which one you use, it will also decrease your effective f-stop accordingly. If you're shooting night sports, you're going to have a tougher time trying to stop the action and get good results. Best to leave it as-is and shoot it at wide open at f2.8 and enjoy its capabilities as originally intended. If you can't afford a super telephoto at the time, at least try renting one and see how it works for you. You'd be surprised at the results you'll get!Jul 7, 2011 by
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NikonEd
San Francisco, CA
Location :
San Francisco, CA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Depends whether you need that bit extra reach or not, only you can answer that.Has staff answer
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Is this lense covered with international warranty?
or I have to pay extra bucks for it?
7 months ago
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kartik
india
Location :
india
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
2 Answers
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That depends on what you bought at the time of purchase - did you pay the USA or the International (gray market) price? If it said USA, then you got the USA warranty that covers it for five years. If you paid the International price, then you got the international warranty that is different from the USA warranty. It gets a little confusing, but that's the bottom line. They are different, and how Nikon handles repairs differs as well.Jul 7, 2011 by
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NikonEd
San Francisco, CA
Location :
San Francisco, CA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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The warranty is not international. It’s only valid in the region that was purchased.
AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
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Which VR position do I use when using a monopod with the 70/200 f:2.8 VR Lens? Normal or Active
6 months ago
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Joe P
Del Mar, CA
Location :
Del Mar, CA
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Use Normal.Active is for when in a moving vehicle, Car, Helicopter, Train..
Anything mobile that moves fast and can cause more than usual vibration/shake.
Aug 1, 2011 by
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RK
B.C Canada
Location :
B.C Canada
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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both are OK, active is a mode that you use when you shoot video and you're doing a panning shot -- active "realizes" that you're panning and it doesn't try to compensate in the panning direction.
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2010 TIPA Best Professional Lens Award
The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) presented the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200 f/2.8G ED VR II lens with the 2010 TIPA Best Professional Lens Award. TIPA highlighted the unique Nikon technologies that were incorporated into the lens including the use of seven ED glass elements, Nano Crystal Coat, Vibration Reduction and Silent Wave Motor.
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Popular Photography 2010 POP Award
The AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II lens received a 2010 POP Award from Popular Photography magazine for its optical superiority, sharpness and Vibration Reduction capabilities. The award highlights Photography's Outstanding Products, as chosen by the magazine.
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Professional Photographer Hot One 2010 Award
The AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II lens was given a Professional Photographer magazine Hot One Award. Noted features that made this lens so deserving include the natural bokeh provided by the lens; the Silent Wave Motor's fast and quiet autofocusing; and four additional stops of shooting from the Vibration Reduction system.
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