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Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras | 
 enlarge | Brand: Nikon
Category: Photography
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Avg. Customer Rating:  33 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 2.9
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 70
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5
Dimensions (in): 12.7 x 7.7 x 7.6
MPN: 2139
Model: 2139
UPC: 018208021390
EAN: 0018208021390
ASIN: B00009MDBQ
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| Features:
| • | Compact, lightweight G-type fast 2.9x telephoto zoom with Vibration Reduction | | • | VR operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops (eight times) faster | | • | Holds fast and constant f2.8 maximum aperture through the entire focal range | | • | Built-in Single Wave Motor for ultra-fast, ultra-quiet AF operation | | • | Five ED glass elements for higher optical performance |
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Product Description
Nikon is a precision optical company with worldwide manufacturing, research and marketing capabilities. The Nikon name is equated with extraordinary photographic performance, innovation, precision and optical quality.PRODUCT FEATURES:Exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation;VR operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops faster. In addition, active vibration mode selection is possible, for using in an active situation such as in a car, boat or plane;VR ON/OFF mode available;New cosmetic design;5 ED elements reduce chromatic aberrations providing superior optical performance - even at maximum aperture;Fully compatible with Nikon TC-14E II and TC-20E II Teleconverters;Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance;M/A mode enable instant switching from autofocus to manual with virtually no lag time even during AF servo operation;No power consumption during manual focus operation;Rounded diaphragm (9 blades) for natural blur;Focuses as close as 4.9ft (AF) 4.6ft (MF);High-performance Nikon Super Intergrated Coating offers superior color reproduction and minimizes ghost and flare;Detachable tripod mounting collar is provided;Filter attachment does not rotate with focusing;New G design enables apertures to be selected from select Nikon AF SLR camera bodies;New G design incorporates distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 28 more reviews...
A proper piece of glass August 14, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I recently bought this lens to get some sports shots at the Beijing Olympics, and I must say that so far the hefty price has proved to be justified. I primarily use it on a D200, and it focuses really fast, silently, and accurately. Colours, bokeh, and resolution are all great. It is, in a word, great. It is a bit big, though. It's size and weight makes it less than convenient to carry around your neck, but, that said, it is easy to support it with one of your hands while walking around, and it's quite thoroughly thought through in the ergonomics department, making it easy to use.
The VR is a big bonus, and does work quite well. It definitely makes a big difference when shooting indoor sports. I hear Nikon've made an updated version of their vibration reduction technology that's supposedly even better, but the one used in this lens is still good.
I join the already big crowd of reviewers who say that this is one good lens and definitely worth the price. I do, however, think, that if you don't shoot handheld, the Sigma 70-200mm would probably be just as good an investment.
Another fine lens from Nikon August 6, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Nikon, like Canon and other manufacturers, produces their fixed aperture zoom lenses to their highest standards of quality. This lens is no exception; most reviewers, and certainly most professional photographers, will agree.
Since you already know this is a good lens, before you buy, ask yourself how you're hoping to use it. This is not a casual walk-about lens; it is heavy, and will make your arm(s) tired. If you're not willing to lug it around, you're not going to use it; any camera lens, no matter how good it is, does nothing for you while sitting unused on your shelf.
If you plan on using this lens exclusively at apertures smaller than f/4, you're not making the best use of your money-- you can spend half as much money, and buy a variable aperture lens that provides the same fundamental imaging capabilities. While this lens is probably sharpest at f/5.6, that's not where it truly shines.
Shooting wide open at f/2.8, this lens performs beautifully. Portrait photography (especially candid photos, such as one might take as a guest at a wedding), medium-distance wildlife photography, outdoor sports photography-- these are all fabulous uses for this lens. I am always pleased to put this lens on my camera and start taking pictures, because I naturally lean towards single-subject compositions, and this lens is perfect for making high-quality images while picking out a subject against an interesting background.
That's not to say it can't take fine images stopped down-- of course it can. When taking landscape photos, I regularly make several images with this lens in addition to what I capture with a wider angle lens.
Buy this lens because you plan to use its unique capabilities, not because you feel you deserve the best. If you won't be pushing the boundaries of a 55-200mm, f/4-5.6 lens (which, for what it does, Nikon's version is a fine lens), you certainly won't be leveraging what the 70-200 f/2.8 has to offer, and would be better off with the smaller, lighter, and cheaper lens.
Great fast distance zoom!!! August 5, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Fantastic lenes..use it with my D300. For longer reach I use a Nikon 2x extension...still running only 5.6 at 400 mm. VR really helpful at that range. Note that MSRP on this lens is $1795. Do NOT get ripped off; do not pay a penny more.
biggest and baddest July 28, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
This is, by far, the best lense available, regardless of brand, in the 70-200 mm class, INCLUDING prime lenses. This is the best piece of glass I have every owned. Yes, it's long, it's heavy, but hey, I need the excercise. Being a slide shooter, I bought in to the argument that digital sensors take images that simply have to be sharpened. No way around it. HA! Hook this lense on the front of a D3 and forgetaboutit!
Think this lense is hard to find? If you can't find it at Amazon, do what the professionals do and "dial for dealers". Call up your local dealer, more than likely he has one on the shelf. I did. And my dealer agreed to meet the price given by the NY mail order houses just above their message "out of stock".
 NIce July 15, 2008
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
This lens went slightly down in price recently which is why i decided to make the plunge and it was worth it. One problem as many have written is its size: it is big, even bigger with the lens shade and while not too heavy it will not be easy to use unnoticed. I already had a 180 2.8 so why will you wonder. You actually need this zooming capacity. The colors and the sharpness are just as beautiful as some of the other reviewers have written. It works perfectly with my D200.
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