The NEW NIKKOR Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S II: Lighter. Faster. Sharper

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Nikon Canada has officially announced the next evolution of one of its most trusted lenses – the 70-200mm F2.8 VR S  II. Designed for sports, weddings, portraits, wildlife, and hybrid creators, this lens delivers refined elements for uncompromising image quality.

The new version builds on its predecessor's reputation with meaningful upgrades in speed, optical performance, balance, and weight. For creatives, this translates into improved stabilization, enhanced low-light performance, and greater clarity, with smoother bokeh.

What’s New – Feature Upgrades

  • 26% Lighter (998g) and 12mm shorter than previous version
  • Internal Zoom Design for improved balance, gimbal compatibility, and stable handling
  • Silky Swift VCM (SSVCM) autofocus system
    • 3.5x Faster AF
    • 40% improved tracking while Zooming
    • Smoother and quiet for video
  • Revised Optical Formula with Super ED, aspherical ED, fluorite, SR, and other specialized elements for superior aberration control
  • 11 rounded diaphragm blades for more natural circular bokeh
  • Meso Amorphous Coat + ARNEO Coat for Nikons’ strongest anti-reflection performance yet
  • Closing Focus: 0.38m (wide)/0.8m (tele)
  • 6.0-stop VR (with compatible bodies using Synchro VR)
  • Arca-Swiss tripod compatibility – first NIKKOR lens to support it
  • Removable tripod collar with portrait/landscape switching
  • Fluorine-coated front element + dust and drip resistance
  • Compatible with
    • Z Teleconverter TC - 1.4x
    • Z Teleconverter TC - 2.0x

The result is a professional 70-200mm that’s easier to carry, faster to focus, and sharper across the frame – built for demanding real-world shooting.

Interested in Reserving Yours? Pre-Order Here.


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