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

February 4, 2013 | Mark Goldstein | Rating star Rating star Rating star Rating star Half rating star

Specifications

 
Type Type G AF-S lens with built-in CPU and F mount
Focal length 70-200 mm
Maximum aperture f/4
Minimum aperture f/32
Lens construction 20 elements in 14 groups (including 3 ED lens elements, one HRI lens element, and lens elements with Nano-Crystal coatings)
Angle of view Nikon film SLR and FX-format D-SLR cameras: 34° 20′ - 12° 20′ Nikon DX-format D-SLR cameras: 22° 50′ - 8°
Focusing Nikon Internal Focusing (IF) System with autofocus controlled by Silent Wave Motor and separate focus ring for manual focus
Minimum focus distance 1 m (3.28 ft) from focal plane at all zoom positions
Maximum reproduction ratio Approx. 0.274x
No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Diaphragm Fully automatic
Filter-attachment size 67 mm
Dimensions Approx. 78 mm maximum diameter x 178.5 mm (distance from camera lens mount flange)
Weight Approx. 850 g (30.0 oz)