Obsession for details. Uncompromising Zoom.

The highly-desirable 70-200mm telephoto zoom has come to the Z series. Sports, concerts, weddings, wildlife, portraiture and so much more—all with the incredible low light performance of an f/2.8 made only better by the optically superior Z mount. Optical advancements support passionate cinematographers and videographers. Class-leading close focus ability. Superior aberration suppression. And the most comprehensive optical VR image stabilization in the history of NIKKOR interchangeable lenses. The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S sets an impressive new standard for fast telephoto zoom lenses optimized for the next generation of Nikon's advanced mirrorless cameras.

Highly-cinematic.

The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is a remarkable lens for video applications. Smooth, silent AF with virtually no focus breathing. Standard 77mm filter support. Superior optical image stabilization combines with the camera's* in-body image stabilization and Electronic VR. All of this added to the versatility of the highly useful 70-200mm focal range. *In-body image stabilization not available in all Z series cameras.

The Nikkor Z Advantage

Nikkor Z Comparison Chart
Lens Features

Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR

(using Mount
Adapter FTZ)
In-Camera Image Stabilization

5-Axis* /5.5 Stops

3-Axis /4 Stops

AF Motor Noise

Virtually Eliminated

Near Silent

Multi-Focusing System

Yes

No

Min. Focus Distance

0.5m (W) - 1.0 (T)

1.1m

Aspherical Lens Elements

2

0

High- and Specialized-Dispersion Glass (SR)

1

0

Anti-Reflective Coating

Nano + ARNEO

Nano

Minimized Focus Breathing

Yes

No

Custom Control Ring

Yes

No

Optional Mount Adapter

No

Required

Mount Diameter / Flange Distance

55mm
/ 16mm

47mm
/ 46.5mm

*When used with Z cameras that feature in-camera VR.
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Technology

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    Short-Wavelength Refractive Lens

    SR is a high- and specialized-dispersion glass lens that refracts light with wavelengths shorter than that of blue. By controlling short-wavelength light, the lens is able to achieve highly precise chromatic aberration compensation so that the colors in your images are more accurately reproduced. It also allows for more flexible optical designs, which allows for compact, lighter lenses to be designed.

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    ARNEO Coat

    An anti-reflective coating developed by Nikon and used in conjunction with Nano Crystal Coat to further reduce ghost and flare effects caused by incident light entering the lens vertically. This allows for the outstandingly clear capture of images even when a light source is located within the frame.

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    Stepping Motor

    NIKKOR Z lenses use a stepping motor for fast, accurate, smooth, quiet autofocus with reduced wobbling. This quiet drive system makes the lenses ideal for use when shooting video.

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    Fluorite Lens Element

    Fluorite (FL), a lightweight mono-crystal optical material, has excellent optical properties while reducing overall lens weight to improve balance and handling, especially useful in longer focal length lenses.

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    Fluorine Coat

    Photographers need gear that can withstand the elements. Nikon’s fluorine coat effectively repels dust, water droplets, grease or dirt, ensuring easy removal even when they adhere to the lens surface. Nikon’s fluorine coat endures a high frequency of lens surface wiping and its anti-reflective effect also contributes to the capture of clear images.

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    Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism

    An electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto exposure during continuous shooting.

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    ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

    An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

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    Nano Crystal Coat

    An anti-reflective coating developed by Nikon that virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections across a wide range of wavelengths. Nano Crystal Coat solves ghost effects caused by red light and effectively reduces ghost and flare caused by light entering the lens diagonally.

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    Aspherical Lens

    A lens with a curved, non-spherical surface. Used to reduce aberrations and enable a more compact lens size. Aspherical lenses minimize coma and other types of lens aberrations, even when used at the widest aperture. They are particularly useful in correcting distortion in wide-angle lenses and help contribute to a lighter, more compact design by reducing the number of standard (spherical) elements necessary. Aspherical lens elements correct these distortions by continuously changing the refractive index from the center of the lens.

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    IF Lens

    A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing. Thus, IF NIKKORS do not change in size during AF operation, allowing for compact, lightweight lenses capable of closer focusing distances. These lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.

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    Super Integrated Coating

    Nikon Super Integrated Coating is Nikon's term for its multilayer coating of the optical elements in NIKKOR lenses.

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    Vibration Reduction

    A Nikon in-lens technology that improves image stability by automatically compensating for camera shake. Lenses that offer VR will feature the abbreviation VR on the lens barrel.

*Based on CIPA Standard: this value is achieved when attached to a FX-format camera with the camera’s VR function set to “NORMAL”, and when zoom is set to the maximum telephoto position.

LCD, Video and Photo Gallery images are for illustrative purposes only

Tech Specs

  • Focal Length Range

    Focal Length Range

    70 -200mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/2.8
  • Format

    FX
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization

    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat

    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    3.6 in.89 mmx8.7 in.220 mm
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    48 oz.1360 g
  • Mount Type
    Nikon Z Mount
  • Focal Length Range
    70 -200mm
  • Zoom Ratio
    2.9x
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/2.8
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/22
  • Format
    FX
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    22°50′
  • Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)
  • Maximum Angle of View (FX-format)
    34°20′
  • Minimum Angle of View (FX-format)
    12°20′
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.2x
  • Lens Elements
    21
  • Lens Groups
    18
  • Compatible Format(s)
    FX, DX
  • VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
    Yes
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • Arneo Coat
    Yes
  • Nano Crystal Coat
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    6
  • Fluorite Elements
    1
  • Fluorine Coat
    Yes
  • Aspherical Elements
    2
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • Internal Focusing
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    0.50m at 70mm zoom position, 0.63m at 85mm zoom position, 0.68m at 105mm zoom position, 0.80m at 135mm zoom position, 1.0m at 200mm zoom position
  • Focus Mode
    Auto/Manual
  • Filter Size
    77mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Screw-in
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    3.6 in.89 mmx8.7 in.220 mm
  • Approx. Weight
    48 oz.1360 g
  • Lens Type
    Zoom

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