Is it worth upgrading from the first Z 70-200mm f/2.8?

If you shoot fast action or handhold long lenses often, the lighter body and quicker autofocus are the main draws. If your original copy already serves you well, the optical gain is modest.

How does it compare with the Z 70-200mm f/4?

The f/2.8 gives a stop more light, shallower depth of field and better low-light autofocus. The f/4 is smaller, lighter and easier to carry all day.

Does the vibration reduction help for handheld video?

Yes. The VR works with in-body stabilization on Z bodies to steady handheld telephoto shots and reduce shake in video.

Will it work on a Nikon DSLR?

No. It is a Z-mount lens and fits only Nikon Z mirrorless cameras, directly or through the FTZ adapter for F-mount glass.

Expect the lens, front and rear caps, a lens hood and a soft case, as is standard for Nikon S-line zooms.

Is it good for portraits?

Yes. At f/2.8 and longer focal lengths it compresses backgrounds and separates subjects well, which is why portrait shooters favor it.

Where is the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II Lens cheapest?

At Walmart, for $2,996.95, as of our latest check.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II Lens

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Our take on the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II Lens

The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is Nikon's second-generation pro telephoto zoom for Z-mount mirrorless bodies. It keeps the constant f/2.8 aperture and adds a lighter build, faster autofocus and refined vibration reduction over the original Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S. It suits portrait, event, sports and hybrid shooters who want one fast zoom that covers both reach and low light. Against the first version it trades little optically but gains in weight and focus speed; against f/4 zooms it costs more size and money for a stop of light and shallower depth of field.

Best forWedding and event photographersSports and action shootersPortrait work with compressed backgroundsHybrid photo and video shooters

Pros

Constant f/2.8 aperture across the zoom range
Lighter than the first-generation Z 70-200mm f/2.8
Fast, quiet autofocus suited to stills and video
Effective vibration reduction for handheld telephoto work
Pro-grade weather-sealed S-line build

Cons

Large and heavy compared with f/4 telezooms
Premium pro-zoom positioning puts it out of reach for casual shooters
Long end is 200mm, short of 300mm-plus supertelephotos
Requires a Z-mount body, so no use on DSLRs

Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II Lens prices at every store

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About the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II Lens

The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is a professional telephoto zoom lens for photography and video. It has a fast constant f/2.8 aperture, advanced autofocus, and a lightweight construction.

It is intended for portrait, event, sports, and hybrid shooting.

Brand: Nikon
Focal length: 70-200mm
Aperture: Constant f/2.8
Lens type: Telephoto zoom
Color: Black

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Is it worth upgrading from the first Z 70-200mm f/2.8?: If you shoot fast action or handhold long lenses often, the lighter body and quicker autofocus are the main draws. If your original copy already serves you well, the optical gain is modest.
How does it compare with the Z 70-200mm f/4?: The f/2.8 gives a stop more light, shallower depth of field and better low-light autofocus. The f/4 is smaller, lighter and easier to carry all day.
Does the vibration reduction help for handheld video?: Yes. The VR works with in-body stabilization on Z bodies to steady handheld telephoto shots and reduce shake in video.
Will it work on a Nikon DSLR?: No. It is a Z-mount lens and fits only Nikon Z mirrorless cameras, directly or through the FTZ adapter for F-mount glass.
What is in the box?: Expect the lens, front and rear caps, a lens hood and a soft case, as is standard for Nikon S-line zooms.
Is it good for portraits?: Yes. At f/2.8 and longer focal lengths it compresses backgrounds and separates subjects well, which is why portrait shooters favor it.
Where is the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II Lens cheapest?: At Walmart, for $2,996.95, as of our latest check.