NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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Less weight, better balance

Weighing in at just 998 g,1 the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II debuts as the lightest lens in its class.2 A full 362 g lighter than its predecessor, and 12 mm shorter, it will keep you lighter on your feet and more comfortable out in the field whether you're shooting with your camera rigged up, on a gimbal, or handheld.

26% lighter

998 g (approx., without tripod collar)

12 mm shorter

90mm × 208mm (approx.)

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More speed, more stability

Gather more light, freeze action with faster shutter speeds, isolate your subject, create truly beautiful bokeh. With a fast f/2.8 aperture and 6 stops3* of in-lens Vibration Reduction, this second-generation S-Line lens gives you every advantage in challenging conditions. For even greater stability, Synchro VR delivers maximum stabilisation at the centre and edges of the frame with compatible Z cameras.4

f/2.8 aperture

gathers more light

6-stop

VR image stabilisation

Greater agility for video

If you’re shooting with a gimbal, the balanced internal zoom keeps the centre of gravity consistent so you can change focal lengths without needing to recalibrate your rig.
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Supercharged AF for everything you shoot

Equipped with our best AF system yet, the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is quicker, sharper, and so much quieter than its predecessor. You’ll experience thrilling new levels of performance.

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The speed and silence of Silky Swift VCM

Responsiveness gets a massive boost thanks to the sheer velocity of the Silky Swift voice coil motors, plus a high-performance guide mechanism and an AF actuator. Despite the speed, audible noise and vibrations are significantly reduced.

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The precision of Nikon’s multi-focusing system

With multiple groups of lens elements moving in synchronisation and the new optical construction, precision has improved significantly. Portraits to action, get ready for next-level resolution and sharpness even at close distances.

AF advances measured

3.5x

faster autofocus compared to the first generation of this lens.5

50%

quieter, even when shooting at the highest AF video speeds.

45%

reduction in scan time at the telephoto end.

40%

more accurate focus tracking while zooming.

All-new optical formula

Less weight, more detail. Fewer elements are used to greater effect in a streamlined optical design that takes sharpness, bokeh, and anti-glare performance to new heights.

Super ED and SR glass

The adoption of high-dispersion SR glass as well as Super ED glass effectively counters chromatic aberration and colour fringing. Skin tones will look natural and colours are faithfully reproduced.

Aspherical lens elements

Two dual-sided aspherical lens elements are included to correct sagittal coma and spherical aberrations. Precision crafted with smoother surfaces, these new elements shape the light beautifully.

Meso Amorphous Coat

Nikon’s high-performance anti-reflective coating eliminates incidental light coming from any direction, giving this full-frame telephoto zoom lens exceptional control over ghosting and flare.

ARNEO and SI coatings

ARNEO coat plus multilayer Super Integrated coatings combine to further reduce ghost and flare effects. Your shots will be crisp and clear, even with a direct light source located within the frame.
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Rounded 11-blade aperture

The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II features an upgraded 11-blade diaphragm. Combined with the new S-Line optical design, you can expect softer-looking bokeh and beautifully rendered point light sources.

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Smoother bokeh, natural gradation

The bokeh produced is now so finely graded from the focal plane that you’ll be able to create images with a more natural sense of depth. With subject isolation this good, you may even find yourself composing scenes in entirely new ways.

Sharper up close

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Work with a shorter minimum focus distance of 0.38 m at 70mm, and 0.8 m at 200mm. Maximum magnification is 0.25x at 70mm, and 0.3x at 200mm.

Agile handling

Technical Specifications

Type

Nikon Z mount

Format

FX/35mm

Focal length

70 – 200 mm

Maximum aperture

f/ 2.8

Lens construction

18 elements in 16 groups (including 1 ED glass, 1 Super ED glass, 2 aspherical lens, 1 aspherical ED glass, 1 fluorite lens and 1 SR lens elements, elements with Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat, and fluorine-coated front lens element)

Angle of view

FX format: 34° 20′ to 12° 20′
DX format: 22° 50′ to 8°

Focal length scale

Graduated in millimeters (70, 85, 105, 135, 200)

Focusing system

Internal focusing system

Included in the box

Optional Accessories
Additional information

1 Excluding tripod collar ring and protective cover.

2 As of 24 February 2026, among 70-200mm f/2.8 interchangeable lenses for full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras. Based on Nikon research.

3 Compliant with CIPA 2024 standards. Yaw/Pitch/Roll correction performance when attached to the Z6III (at the telephoto end, NORMAL mode).

4 Synchro VR-compatible cameras as of February 2026: Z9, Z8, Z6III, Z5II, Zf, ZR.

5 When used in combination with a camera body equipped with EXPEED 7.

6 The lens' removeable tripod collar is designed for use with screw-type Arca-Swiss clamps. Lever-type clamps may not provide sufficient holding strength and are not recommended.

7 Depending on the subject, ambient lighting conditions, and the focus point selected, the camera may be unable to use autofocus, or the focus indicator for electronic range finding may flicker while a teleconverter is attached.

8 The lens is not guaranteed to be dust- and drip-resistant in all situations and under all conditions.