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, TC-17E 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 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

Specs
Focal Length: 70-200mm
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
Lens Construction: 21 elements in 15 groups
Picture Angle: 34 degrees 20 minutes-12 degrees 20 minutes (35mm format), 22 degrees 50 minutes-8 degrees (Nikon DX format)
ED Elements: 5 ED Elements
Vibration Reduction Mode: Normal/Active
VR Effect: 3 Stops
Teleconverter: TC-14E II, TC-E17 II, and TC-20E II
Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9 blades (rounded)
Shooting Distance: 4.9 ft (AF), 4.6 ft (MF) to infinity
Maximum Reproduction Ratio: AF: 1:6.1 (x0.16), MF: 1/5.6 (x0.18)
Lens Drive: By Silent Wave Motor
Focusing: Internal Focusing (IF) Type
Filter Attachment Size: 77mm
Hood: HB-29 (Supplied)
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): Approx. 3.4 in x 8.5 in
Weight: 3.2 lbs. w/Tripod Collar; 3 lbs w/o Tripod Collar