The just announced Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR lens is currently available for pre-order at B&H, Amazon and Adorama. Here are the key features & specifications of the new lens:
- Compact and lightweight, FX-format compatible telephoto zoom lens covering focal-length range from 70 to 200 mm for superior mobility
- Nano Crystal Coat effectively reduces ghost and flare
- VR (Vibration Reduction) minimizes camera shake by offering the equivalent of a shutter speed approximately five stops faster (under Nikon’s test conditions)
- Silent Wave Motor (SWM) realizes quiet AF operation
- Two focus modes are available – A/M (autofocus with manual override, AF priority) and M (manual focus)
- Minimum focus distance of 1.0 m/3.3 ft
- AF is possible even with 2x teleconverters when attached to f/8-compatible body
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Focal length
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70-200mm
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Maximum aperture
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f/4
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Minimum aperture
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f/32
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Lens construction
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20 elements in 14 groups (including three ED glass elements and HRI lens element)
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Angle of view
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34°20′ – 12°20′ (22°50′ – 8° with Nikon DX format)
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Minimum focus distance
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1.0 m/3.3 ft (from focal plane)
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Maximum reproduction ratio
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0.274x
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No. of diaphragm blades
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9 (rounded)
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Filter-attachment size
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67mm
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Diameter x length
(distance from camera lens mount flange) |
Approximately 78.0 x 178.5 mm/3.1 x 7.0 in.
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Weight
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Approximately 850 g/30.0 oz.
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Supplied accessories
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67 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-67, Rear Lens Cap LF-4, Bayonet Hood HB-60, Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1225
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Nikon 70-200 f/4 lens design:
Nikon 70-200 f/4 lens MTF chart (wide/tele):
