Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II

The ultimate professional fast telephoto prime lens

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II
80/100
LENS SCORE
Features 18
Performance 19
Durability 18
Price 8
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 2186

Key Features

OPTICS 13 elements in 9 groups with ED and Super ED glass
APERTURE 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet AF
STABILIZATION VR II system providing up to 4 stops of compensation
COATING Nano Crystal Coat to reduce ghosting and flare
FOCUS Internal focusing with M/A and M modes
CONSTRUCTION Magnesium alloy barrel with professional weather sealing
MOUNT Nikon F-mount compatible with FX and DX formats
FILTER 52mm drop-in filter slot
MIN FOCUS 1.9 meters (6.2 feet) minimum focus distance
REPRODUCTION Maximum reproduction ratio of 1:8.3
WEIGHT Approximately 2930 grams (103.4 oz)
DIMENSIONS 203mm x 203mm (8.0 x 8.0 inches)

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus override
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present M/A and M modes
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present On/Off/Normal/Active
Focus Limiter Switch ✓ Present Full / Infinity-5m
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present Four programmable buttons
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present VR II system
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Professional grade dust/moisture resistance

How-to Use Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 200mm
Maximum Aperture f/2
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 13 elements in 9 groups
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Minimum Focus Distance 1.9m
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 0.12x
Focus Motor Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Stabilization VR II (4 stops)
Filter Thread 52mm (drop-in)
Weight 2930g
Dimensions 203 x 203 mm
Mount Nikon F