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Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G ED VR : Specifications and Opinions



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user88964
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sent on 30 Settembre 2023

Pros: A great goal, professional.

Cons: The weight.

Opinion: I am a Nikonist amateur photographer, I own 2 ff Nikon D610 a 24/120 f/4.0 a 28/300 f/3.5 and finally the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8 G ED VR purchased used but in perfect condition, what about a great lens (even if 'weighs umpo'), fast focus, silent, at 2.8 blurred are wonderful, excellent sharpness of the subject, For me that I have always shot with the 24/120, this is the top.

avatarjunior
sent on 07 Maggio 2022

Pros: Construction, optical quality overall, interesting blurry, vr, 1.4x duplicable with great quality, fast and accurate af.

Cons: vignetting (?) at the edges on some focal lengths very annoying, loses several millimeters of focal length in close focus; lens hood.

Opinion: It is one of the optics that I use the most, for everything. It is definitely a lens with truly professional finishes, indestructible, very well finished and built; it is heavy enough to be a professional goal. It's good for everything from landscape to portrait to sports. The blurred is particular, to me it seems abrupt in the separation of the planes, but it has its own reason that makes it particular compared to the previous 80-200 2.8, especially compared to the bighiera that I had and that for me was beautiful but outdated in terms of autofocus. The only really sore note, the vignetting at the edges .... annoying, very intrusive and sometimes even difficult to correct: my specimen suffers a lot. Another "neo", in my experience: the hood; although it has the lock and an unlock button like the 24-70, honestly to me it fell more than on some occasions, ruining itself (with the 24-70 it never happened to me). It is a professional perspective and therefore it is very versatile, it is legitimate to expect a lot also as an AF performance, which does not disappoint me neither on d3 nor on d810. Among other things, it is fully compatible with CT , both with the 1.4x and with the 2.0x. For me it is a very good goal, with some small limits on which, however, we can work; if you do not need a "modern" AF performance the 80-200 bighiera in my opinion is a better compromise for those who do not want to spend a fortune on the new FL. It is located at much more affordable prices than the 70-200 VR II which still retains some limitations. Goal definitely recommended!

user12181
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sent on 18 Marzo 2021

Pros: Excellent and very pleasant on DX at all focal points (on FF up to 170/180 mm) exciting colors, plastic details, half tones of supreme elegance on the moraine bumps and snowy peaks, at the passage of the clouds pushed by the wind, or at the movement of the snow itself. Sumptuous images of fluid dynamics (and fur on the front legs of marmots).

Cons: It was produced taking into account only the DX format, then the only format existing in Nikon, which did not include FF, and the analog 35mm. It was then found to be poor on digital FF (D800E) from about 170/180 mm up, for edges and above all spatula angles (always with the Nikon D800E, in a comparison, for what it is worth, at 180 mm, in the center his images seemed even slightly sharper than those of the Leica R 180 apo telyt, at the edges he knocked them soundly, for his own demerit). It can be said that it was an exemplary case of entrepreneurial short-sightedness (not to mention exemplary case of Japanese Sola L. (Carl.), taxon quite frequent in nature).

Opinion: See above. I took several of the photos I like the most, both in DX and FF. Now he's always at home, especially for the weight, I bring a 100 macro and a 25 for the close-ups of alpine flora and a 35, all metallic. But I miss a focal point around 200 mm, I am thinking of a famous German fixed compact and not too heavy. However, it would not be in good taste to name it here, I tried it one day in the mountains, I do not know if above the tree line it will give me the same emotions as the 70-200 2.8 that maybe will continue to be missed. I can always pick it up from the window, we will see how the (le) ecocardiocolordoppler and ecg will proceed. Anyway, I'm not going to buy another 70-200 2.8.

avatarjunior
sent on 21 Luglio 2019

Pros: Construction, VR, AF, sharpness to f2.8.

Cons: Nothing outrageous.

Opinion: I was looking for a 70-200 f2.8 in good condition... I had both the f4 little brother and the 80-200 bihiera. This is just from another planet. Sharp at maximum opening, stabilized enough and built in an excellent way. Weight for me is not a problem, indeed, from a feeling of solidity. Used with D4 and D810 goes a wonder. The only sore note, if you can say so, is the backlit yield (with sun in the lens) that makes the image veiled, but nothing that can not be corrected in PP. Moreover, a rare case in the digitized era in the extreme, it has a flare, which gives the photos a special touch. To those who think it's a dated optics, I'm just saying try it first. With less than a thousand euros, you take home a professional Nikon canvas and not a third-party one resulting in AF problems.

avatarsenior
sent on 03 Maggio 2019

Pros: Robustness, AF, brightness, tropicalization, bokeh

Cons: For my level and aspiration nothing

Opinion: Purchased with swap used at a great price. Despite the age of the lens aesthetically looks good. Very solid, a bit heavy but could not be otherwise seen the materials with which it is built. Excellent manual focus ring, smooth and precise, that of the focal a bit less fluid and less linear towards the extremes, 70mm and 200mm, but by safety anyway. The buttons (AF/M, VR ON/OFF, VR Normal/active, focus limiter) are duretti but precise and safe. Tested in the halls not always well lit (basket). Incredible results (compared to what I could do with the AF-S 70-300 or Col 18-140 or even with the fixed 105mm 2.8). Rapid and precise Autofocus. I managed to shoot smoothly at 1/800s with F/2.8 aperture (or f/3.2) and ISO acceptable to my sensor (with ISO = 2000 in PP increase some exposure without curing too much noise reduction, for ISO from 2500 to 3200 I apply the NR correction). The PDC is fine even with f/2.8 (I was afraid it was too narrow but you can focus on the subjects and with good margin front/rear) and then I take advantage to reduce shutter speeds and freeze movements (the balloon does not travel fast in basketball). On ISO I do not go beyond the values described before otherwise the noise can not handle it adequately. Also tested for birdlife (with obviously not too distant subjects, focal 200mm) and sharpness with extraordinary details. Natural colors not saturated. Blurred for beautiful background. I hardly ever use the VR and therefore it is not a problem the fact that it is first generation. No doubt the best lens I own and paid little indeed. Very satisfied.

user120016
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sent on 28 Giugno 2017

Pros: Tropicalization, brightness, fabulous blur

Cons: Nobody

Opinion: Professional and robust lens that gives the idea of ??being able to withstand more than a few violent bumps. Optical quality unquestionable and already highlighted by those who preceded me. With lens hood resists good flare and vignetting f / 2.8 does not disturb. Precise AF and VR that allows you to drop off considerably below the safety times. Highly recommended.

avatarjunior
sent on 01 Aprile 2017

Pros: Construction, focal length optical quality VR

Cons: Hood bad, weight autofocus

Opinion: professional-grade optics a handyman for a few saw not really affordable price rnL'incisione of this zoom is excellent, vr good and given the weight allows you to go below the safety times to avoid camera shake, autofocus is fast but in conditions low light sometimes does not engage immediately, the lens hood is really hurt as hooking you risk breaking it easily rnPer else is a perspective that straconsiglio, 9 vote

avatarjunior
sent on 19 Marzo 2017

Pros: Sharpness, vr effective price.

Cons: all the flicker of photographers, improvised or inexperienced.

Opinion: sharp enough, true to 2.8 notice vignetting, but I defy any photographer to take full a jerk, a minimum of PP correction cmq to consider. The rest, poor lens hood, various details of fast focusing, responsive vr, etc., all the neuroses of frames, probably not at all satisfactory., We are not all of the talents with every shot. Personally, I find this perspective, professionale.Il rest, lasciaolo technocrats on duty who would go for the woods with sinar to look for the hair in the egg.

avatarjunior
sent on 02 Giugno 2015

Pros: Sharpness, Blurry, price of used, AF, NO Focus Breathing

Cons: Vignette, VR, Weight, Yield Backlit

Opinion: I prefer to VRII mainly because it cuts the focal length of the minimum distance of focus that I think is very important; vignetting that has marked there and it shows to f2.8, but not as serious as many indicate, even in the portrait is not at all (maybe by the sample depends, my will to stop 1.5 extreme edges and it is not so different from a raw portrait for example). And 'crystal clear since 2.8 and diaphragmed reach excellent levels, the AF is lightning as the new but defends himself more than admirably, and not a small thing are excellent for use on the 1000 euro or less. The VR instead is not at the level of the new, in fact, is the same as the VR 300 2.8 that was not much: below this point of view wins the VRII. I have not tried with the TC so I can not pass judgment, but I think that digest at least 1.4x. Clearly we are always talking about a lens big and heavy, but asUsually who buys it knows what they are getting. Between this and the f4 VR I would feel to advise the latter especially for the stabilization and yield much better against the much sharper. It remains one of my favorite lenses but you have to accept the flaws in order to appreciate the advantages.

avatarsupporter
sent on 27 Dicembre 2012

Pros: Lightweight, very handy, excellent optical quality. Fast and secure AF. VR effective

Cons: The only defect (this is why version II was made) on the FX are practically unavailable 2.8 and 4 diaphragms for strong vignetting (remodable though in PP)

Opinion: In my opinion, I have tried hundreds of goals this is the absolute best in terms of sharpness and blur and all focuses. I believe that it practically bats many fixed focal points. In combination with CTs is fine but the optical yield drops. The AF is a splinter, and especially its extreme lightness makes it very manageable even with manolibera with a really perfect VR.

avatarjunior
sent on 22 Dicembre 2012

Pros: Great body on the right and on film even at 2.8

Cons: weakling in backlight, and not too pushed ... I remedied with a longer hood soo craft but makes his ...

Opinion: Lens really sharp, blurred beautiful, fast AF, but AF performance is not the same in 70mmm and 200mm, holds up well the tc 1.4 multipliers can be an alternative to the 300 afs ... even the TC 1.7 is fine but begin to see a bit of aberazine ball that does not "cure" propio immediately by stopping the tce2 II Forget was fine on a d70 now with modern cars come out all the limits optical .. venduto..magari the tc2 III. .rnTrovo very useful limiter f, is a great advantage especially combined with the tc1.7.rnMi have paid for a full day the vr2 (my dealer wanted to sell it to me at all costs, along allla D3S I had not even Scrooge .. never mind, I was afraid to leave the shop) and I immediately noticed the great advantage of VR1 on subjects close to the focal length is 200 and the subjects are more obvious grandi..con vantaggi..per what little I've seen it seems to me that the optical performance is indistinguishable, VR1 vs vr 2 to a position so short in relation to the persons to whom it is addressed, I would say that changes little, at least I find it useless mobile objects fall below1/30 the time when the two worked steadily and surely better, but the picture will most likely move anyway ... then if one photographing the light poles then you, you may want ... get down with the tempi..rndiciamo surely the vr2 will be higher and maybe useful in combination with tce .. here we are ... ..but smooth them. RN12 novembre..aggiornamento, crossing fx, phew !!! I thought I have to change it .... ok I consider myself very lucky after several trials with control off, I notice that my copy is not in the cartoon fx .. (to be picky a tiny corner on the right if you're looking for photographing a white sheet and overexposing There is, but it is really very small in the frame ...) I documented and it seems that they are not a fly bianca..per I have not done scientific tests on the premises of the edges are designed to verify the sharpness, but the nose but not having post-production work to bring out the edges of the "dark" I guess is better already ... rnsarebbe interesting at this point to know what mom Nikon serial numbers give little problem ... I'm probably absurdly quelli newer, mine is one of the first credo..rn

avatarjunior
sent on 18 Dicembre 2012

Pros: Sharpness, AF speed, strength

Cons: weight and size (but the quality you pay)

Opinion: Great lens for portraits. A f2.8 gives one blurred spettacolare.rnLa impareggiabile.rnè sharpness is true that weighs and cluttered but if you want quality without compromise ... I personally do not care because when I see the photos are well ripagato.rnè a real tank . the construction is solid

avatarsenior
sent on 10 Ottobre 2011

Pros: Speed ??'and quietness' AF, Sharpness already' at f/2.8, lightness, strength, VR effective.

Cons: Window focus distance too "bottom" of the lens, lens hood mechanism fastening and 'easily damaged, tripod ring can not be removed completely (you can' just remove the bracket, but not the ring). Log dust over the years. Price of used a bit 'high after the marketing of the VR II version.

Opinion: Superb lens, sharp, fast. No optical defect. At f / 4 and 'naturally more' clear that in 2.8, but the portraits to 2.8 are absolutely magnificent and perfect for printing. At photoshow 2011 in Milan I compared with the VR II and honestly I did not find a single reason to do the pass. Perhaps the VR2 and 'more' effective, but optically the VR1 and 'in my opinion indistinguishable.








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