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title: "AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens"
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# 9-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh 3.6 ft min focus distance f/2.8 max aperture for low light AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** $U187044
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Capture brilliance from every angle — the pro’s ultimate zoom weapon!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** $U187044 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Silky Smooth Bokeh:** 9 rounded diaphragm blades create creamy, professional background blur.
- • **Precision Close-Ups:** Focus as close as 3.6 feet for stunning detail shots.
- • **Bright & Bold Aperture:** f/2.8 aperture ensures crisp images even in challenging light.
- • **Rock-Solid Vibration Reduction:** Advanced VR with sport mode keeps your shots steady in action-packed moments.
- • **Seamless Tele-Converter Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Nikon’s tele-converters for extended reach without compromise.

## Overview

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is a professional-grade telephoto zoom lens designed for FX/35mm format cameras. Featuring a fast f/2.8 aperture, 9-blade diaphragm, and a minimum focus distance of 3.6 feet, it delivers exceptional sharpness, contrast, and smooth bokeh. Enhanced with cutting-edge vibration reduction including a sport mode, fluorite lens elements, and superior tele-converter compatibility, this lens is engineered for demanding photographers who need speed, precision, and versatility in dynamic shooting environments.

## Description

B01M4L36RJ.

Review: State of the Art lens that works well with all of Nikon's tele-converters - As a former owner of Nikon’s 70-200f2.8 VRII, I well knew the positive and negative characteristics of this iconic lens. In 2013 I sold this lens in favor of the f4 model. The smaller, lighter and less costly Nikon 70-200f4, exceeded its big brother in every way except for maximum aperture. I felt I could live with F4 until I saw the specs and read the reviews of the newest offering from Nikon, the 70-200 f2.8E FL ED VR. Nikon’s claims for this were phenomenal. Not only did they seem to fix what we all disliked about its predecessor, but added several other improvements as well. So numerous were these improvements, I decided to make a list. I came up with 20 items! (1) closer focus, (2) minimal focus breathing, (3) better contrast, (4) less flare, (5) less weight, (6) better front to rear weight balance, (7) much shorter in the middle of the zoom range of 135mm, (8) sharper in the corners at all focal lengths, (9) Improved rock steady VR, (10) “sport” mode option on VR, (11) faster VR response times, (12) faster focusing, (13) four new memory buttons, (14) better bokeh, (15) better lens hood that allows for standing the lens on end, (16) electronic aperture, (17) metal filter threads, (18) better dust seals, (19) fluorite coatings on front and rear, (20) better with the TC-14EII, TC-17E11, and the TC-20EIII??????? Most all these claims have been verified in various reviews except for the tele-converter claim. And that is an important requirement for me. I do nature photography with an emphasis on birds. I own all three of Nikon’s tele-converters. These work extremely well on my Nikon 400mmf2.8 as one would expect. They also work well on my Nikon 300mmf4PF and decently on my Nikon 70-200F4. They were a mixed bag on the Nikon 70-200f2.8 VRII previously owned. When the new 70-200 lens arrived last week, I quickly set up some tests to see if, indeed, the newest version would not have the problems the older model did. I am very happy to report that all three tele-converters work very well with this newest offering. On my D500, this lens equaled or outperformed the following lenses at all possible focal combinations from 70 to 400mm. My tests were of distant steep wooded hills, and involved the following combinations: Nikon 300mmPF with and without all three tele-converters (this lens was slightly sharper when no tele-converter was attached) Nikon 80-400 f4.5,5.6 - A close second at longer focal lengths, equal at shorter focal lengths. Sigma 150-600 Contemporary - Same story as the Nikon 80-400 Nikon 70-400f4 with and without tele-converters - just ever so slightly less sharp over longer focal lengths. The newest 70-200f2.8E with and without tele-converters - equal or better than any of the above combinations with the exception of the 300mmf4 PF when no tele-converter was attached. What is really amazing is how all close all the above were in overall image quality. However, they do represent some of the best glass out there. Last but in no way the least: Nikon 400mmf2.8 - Don’t even think any of the above equaled the quality of this lens. (though they got amazingly close!) Not only do the tele-converters work well at the maximum telephoto range for 200mm but quite decent results occur throughout the 70-200mm range. Of course, one does not want to normally use tele-converters other than at the maximum zoom but it can be forced upon one, if there is no time to remove the tele-converter. In summary, this is a costly lens, but it does represent the state of the art, and is one of Nikon's best attempts to give us the ultimate in quality. This lens is like owning a Ferrari. Beautiful to look at but meant to be driven by someone who understands what it really can do, and has driven lots of other sport cars in the past.
Review: Nikon delivers! - Nikon/Nikkor always deliver with the highest quality glass. The lens is super sharp throughout the focal range and focusing is exceptionally fast. I put it through its paces shooting sports and it delivers every time.

## Features

- Minimum Focus Distance- 3.6 feet (1.1 meter)
- Diaphragm blades: 9. Format: FX/35 millimeter. Minimum Aperture: f/ 22
- Focus distance indicator- 1.1 am to infinity
- Accepts Filter Type: Screw-on
- Compatible with new Z Nikkor lenses, over 360 F-mount Nikkor lenses and a variety of Nikon system Accessories

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01M4L36RJ |
| Batteries | 1 9V batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #967 in SLR Camera Lenses |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (395) |
| Date First Available | October 19, 2016 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 3.15 pounds |
| Item model number | 20063 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Product Dimensions | 7.9 x 3.4 x 3.4 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nikon
- **Camera Lens Description:** Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens
- **Compatible Mountings:** HB-78
- **Focal Length Description:** Focal Length Range 70-200 mm
- **Lens Type:** Telephoto

## Images

![AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61VizubhU6L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this require a tripod or can you hand hold?**
A: The correct answer is that it is relative to your shutter speed, and your ability to hold a bit of weight.  I handhold my D810 with battery grip, and a 5.5lb Tokina ATX 300mm f2.8, quite often.
This lens is 2lbs lighter than my Tokina... so if you are shooting at a shutter speed of 1/250 or greater; leave the tripod in the car.

**Q: what's in the box, does it come with:
LC-77 Snap-On Front Lens Cap 77mm
LF-4 Rear Lens Cap
HB-78 Bayonet Lens Hood
CL-M2 Ballistic Nylon Lens Case**
A: Yes, yes, yes and yes.

**Q: I have a nikon af-c teleconverter tc-17eii 1.7x.  is this lens fully compatible?**
A: Google is your friend.        http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/camera-lenses/af-s-teleconverter-tc-17e-ii.html

**Q: Does this require a tripod or can you hand hold?**
A: In most cases, you don't need tripod or monopod. The VR works really well. You can take the picture at 1/2 second without blur. (of course, the subject needs to stay still. I can feel the VR of this lens is much better than the VRII version

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ State of the Art lens that works well with all of Nikon's tele-converters
*by T***Z on December 24, 2016*

As a former owner of Nikon’s 70-200f2.8 VRII, I well knew the positive and negative characteristics of this iconic lens. In 2013 I sold this lens in favor of the f4 model. The smaller, lighter and less costly Nikon 70-200f4, exceeded its big brother in every way except for maximum aperture. I felt I could live with F4 until I saw the specs and read the reviews of the newest offering from Nikon, the 70-200 f2.8E FL ED VR. Nikon’s claims for this were phenomenal. Not only did they seem to fix what we all disliked about its predecessor, but added several other improvements as well. So numerous were these improvements, I decided to make a list. I came up with 20 items! (1) closer focus, (2) minimal focus breathing, (3) better contrast, (4) less flare, (5) less weight, (6) better front to rear weight balance, (7) much shorter in the middle of the zoom range of 135mm, (8) sharper in the corners at all focal lengths, (9) Improved rock steady VR, (10) “sport” mode option on VR, (11) faster VR response times, (12) faster focusing, (13) four new memory buttons, (14) better bokeh, (15) better lens hood that allows for standing the lens on end, (16) electronic aperture, (17) metal filter threads, (18) better dust seals, (19) fluorite coatings on front and rear, (20) better with the TC-14EII, TC-17E11, and the TC-20EIII??????? Most all these claims have been verified in various reviews except for the tele-converter claim. And that is an important requirement for me. I do nature photography with an emphasis on birds. I own all three of Nikon’s tele-converters. These work extremely well on my Nikon 400mmf2.8 as one would expect. They also work well on my Nikon 300mmf4PF and decently on my Nikon 70-200F4. They were a mixed bag on the Nikon 70-200f2.8 VRII previously owned. When the new 70-200 lens arrived last week, I quickly set up some tests to see if, indeed, the newest version would not have the problems the older model did. I am very happy to report that all three tele-converters work very well with this newest offering. On my D500, this lens equaled or outperformed the following lenses at all possible focal combinations from 70 to 400mm. My tests were of distant steep wooded hills, and involved the following combinations: Nikon 300mmPF with and without all three tele-converters (this lens was slightly sharper when no tele-converter was attached) Nikon 80-400 f4.5,5.6 - A close second at longer focal lengths, equal at shorter focal lengths. Sigma 150-600 Contemporary - Same story as the Nikon 80-400 Nikon 70-400f4 with and without tele-converters - just ever so slightly less sharp over longer focal lengths. The newest 70-200f2.8E with and without tele-converters - equal or better than any of the above combinations with the exception of the 300mmf4 PF when no tele-converter was attached. What is really amazing is how all close all the above were in overall image quality. However, they do represent some of the best glass out there. Last but in no way the least: Nikon 400mmf2.8 - Don’t even think any of the above equaled the quality of this lens. (though they got amazingly close!) Not only do the tele-converters work well at the maximum telephoto range for 200mm but quite decent results occur throughout the 70-200mm range. Of course, one does not want to normally use tele-converters other than at the maximum zoom but it can be forced upon one, if there is no time to remove the tele-converter. In summary, this is a costly lens, but it does represent the state of the art, and is one of Nikon's best attempts to give us the ultimate in quality. This lens is like owning a Ferrari. Beautiful to look at but meant to be driven by someone who understands what it really can do, and has driven lots of other sport cars in the past.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nikon delivers!
*by R***K on September 5, 2025*

Nikon/Nikkor always deliver with the highest quality glass. The lens is super sharp throughout the focal range and focusing is exceptionally fast. I put it through its paces shooting sports and it delivers every time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sharp, quality glass
*by R***N on November 4, 2025*

Easily my favorite lens and tack sharp.

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