Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR is the telezoom for Nikonians who can't handle the cost of the f/2.8 version of the lens.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G  1

Product details

  • Lightweight and portable at just 29.3 oz and a mere 7.0-in. long
  • Focal Length Range : 70 -200 mm, Minimum Focus Distance : 3.28 ft.
  • Optimized for capturing high-quality stills and HD videos on both FX- and DX-format cameras
  • Nikon's high-performance f/4 fixed aperture zoom lens. Weight- Approx-30.0 pounds. 20 elements in 14 groups (including 3 ED lens elements, one HRI lens element and lens elements with Nano-Crystal coatings)

PROS

+ Vibration reduction system.
+ Fixed aperture through zoom range.
+ Sharp images.
+ Fairly light.

CONS

- Tripod collar is an expensive add-on.
- Soft edges at 70mm.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on July 15, 2013
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR is the telezoom for Nikonians who can't handle the cost of the f/2.8 version of the lens.
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By TrustedReviews on October 24, 2012
The lens offers three VR modes: Normal, Active (for when shooting from moving vehicles and a Tripod Detection mode, which reduces vibration from the shutter release.
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