The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm F/2.8 VR S II is a compact and lightweight telephoto lens that's ideal for shooting sports and event photography. It features a faster f/2.8 aperture and a lighter body. Its external and optical features make it easier to use and are also designed to improve the performance of multimedia professionals. The new optical design of the Z 70-200mm F/2.8 VR S II lens allows it to be used in more situations. It's also lighter by 26% compared to the previous generation. The new version of the lens is lighter by almost 30% compared to its predecessor. It weighs 2.2 pounds without a protective cover and 2.6 pounds with a tripod foot. The combined weight of the two lenses is approximately 1 lb lighter than that of the first-generation models. The new optical design of the Z 70-200mm F/2.8 VR S II has been able to reduce the weight of the lens by 12.7 oz. Some of the changes that have been made to the design include the use of aspherical elements, thinned glass elements, and a convex-first front group. The overall length of the lens has also been reduced by 0.5 inch to 8.2 inches, which is less than the 8.7 inch length of the first-gen model.

Full-Frame, f/2.8 to f/22

Versatile, Fast Telephoto Zoom 

26% Lighter Weight, 0.5" Shorter Length 

Silky Swift VCM Multi-Focus AF System 

The updated optical design of the lens helps improve the quality of images and provides better flare resistance and image resolution. It features various specialized elements for high-quality color accuracy and sharpness. These include aspherical, super ED, and fluorite elements. The improved optical design helps minimize flare-resistance when working in bright environments. It also produces a more natural and smooth transition between the in and out-of focus regions for a more rounded and three-dimensional effect. The manufacturing process of the aspherical elements has been improved, and the lens now features 11 rounded diaphragm blades. The minimum focusing distance has been also been shortened. It's now 2.6' at 200mm and 1.2' at 70mm for a maximum magnification of 0.3x.

The Meso Amorphous Coat from Nikon offers the best anti-reflective capabilities of any NIKKOR lens. It also performs better than the Nano Crystal Coat when it comes to dealing with diagonal incident light. The ARNEO Coat features a more well-rounded surface for anti-reflection protection. It also helps to suppress flare, ghosting, and reflections for enhanced contrast and better color response when used in harsh environments.

The Silky VCM uses magnets to move the focus groups at higher speeds and with better accuracy. It also utilizes a guide bar to minimize focusing vibrations. This kit is 3.5 times faster than the previous version of the 70-200mm f/2.8. It features 40% better tracking and is also quieter. The Silky Swift VCM is especially quiet due to its multi-focusing system and is ideal for video use. It features a full-time manual focus override, as well as an internal design that allows for faster focusing speeds.

The 70-200mm VR S II is a versatile and reliable lens that can be used for almost any situation. Its small, lightweight design and durable construction make it easy to carry around. The upgraded VR system ensures that you get sharper images when shooting handheld using slower shutter speeds. Its internal focus and zoom features also provide a consistent overall length. Weather sealing and a fluorine coating on the front element help prevent dirt and moisture from entering the body. A dedicated focus and zoom ring with a customizable control ring can be used with this lens for direct control. It can be assigned to various shooting modes, such as ISO, aperture, and exposure compensation. The control ring features a customizable click that can be used with different shooting styles. It can also be assigned to a smooth or silent rotation to reduce the vibration and noise. The lens features two L-Fn buttons on the barrel. These can be used to configure various features, such as image playback and subject tracking. The lens comes with a protective cover and a tripod foot. The latter is a stable mounting point that can be used to switch between shooting at either vertical or horizontal positions. The design of the tripod foot has been modified to feature an Arca-type construction. This allows it to work with various types of tripods. The included HB-119 lens hood features a filter adjustment window that allows you to change the rotating elements, such as polarizing and variable ND filters. It is compatible with the optional Z-series teleconverters, extending the effective focal length to up to 98 to 280mm.

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