Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

The ultimate professional telephoto zoom for Z

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
80/100
LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 10
Usability 18
Brand Nikon
Model 20092

Key Features

OPTICS 21 elements in 18 groups with ED, fluorite, and SR glass
APERTURE Constant f/2.8 aperture with 9-blade rounded diaphragm
AUTOFOCUS Multi-focus system using two stepping motors (STM)
STABILIZATION Built-in Vibration Reduction (VR) offering 5.5 stops
MIN FOCUS 0.5m at 70mm to 1.0m at 200mm
DISPLAY Integrated OLED lens information panel
CONTROL RING Programmable control ring for aperture, ISO, or exposure
WEATHER SEALING Extensive weather-sealing with fluorine coating
L-FN BUTTONS Customizable lens function buttons for quick access
MOUNT Nikon Z-mount full-frame coverage
FILTER 77mm front filter thread
COATING Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings for ghosting reduction
BUILD Professional-grade metal alloy construction

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via lens control ring
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✓ Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present Internal zoom design
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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Technical Specification

Type Telephoto Zoom
Focal Length 70-200mm
Aperture f/2.8 - f/22
Elements/Groups 21/18
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Min Focus Distance 0.5m (1.64ft)
Max Magnification 0.2x
Filter Thread 77mm
Stabilization VR (5.5 stops)
Focus Motor Dual STM
Weather Sealing Yes
Weight 1360g (without tripod collar)
Dimensions 89mm x 220mm