A specifications comparison between the new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens (left) and the old version (right) can be found here:
| Model | Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II (new) | Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S (old) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,197 | $2,897 |
| Short Description | New benchmark for professionals. Next-generation NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens with faster autofocus, improved focus tracking, and 6.0-stop Vibration Reduction*. Approx. 26% lighter than the NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S, it empowers you to capture defining moments in sports, wildlife, commercial photography and videography. *Compliant with the CIPA 2024 standard. Yaw/Pitch/Roll correction performance measured with the Z6III attached (telephoto end, NORMAL mode). |
Go-to telephoto with exceptional speed, versatility and low-light performance. |
| Mount Type | Nikon Z mount | Nikon Z mount |
| Focal Length | 70-200mm | 70-200mm |
| Zoom Ratio | N/A | 2.9x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) | N/A | 22°50′ |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C size/DX-format) | FX format: 34° 20′ to 12° 20′ DX format: 22° 50′ to 8° | 8° |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) | N/A | 34°20′ |
| Minimum Angle of View (Full-frame/FX-format) | N/A | 12°20′ |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.3 x (70 mm focal length) | 0.2x |
| Lens Elements | 18 elements in 16 groups (including 1 ED glass, 1 Super ED glass, 2 aspherical lens, 1 aspherical ED glass, 1 fluorite lens and 1 SR lens elements, elements with Meso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat, and fluorine-coated front lens element) | 21 |
| Lens Groups | N/A | 18 |
| High Refractive Index Elements | N/A | n/a |
| Compatible Format(s) | N/A | Full-frame/FX-format & APS-C size/DX-format |
| VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | N/A | Yes Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs) |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11 ( rounded diaphragm opening ) | 9 Rounded diaphragm opening |
| Distance Information | No | No |
| Arneo Coat | N/A | Yes |
| Nano Crystal Coat | N/A | Yes |
| ED Glass Elements | N/A | 6 |
| Fluorite Elements | N/A | 1 |
| Super ED Glass Elements | N/A | n/a |
| Phase Fresnel | N/A | n/a |
| Aspherical Elements | N/A | 2 |
| Aspherical Extra-low Dispersion Glass Elements | N/A | n/a |
| Fluorine Coat | N/A | Yes |
| SR (Short-Wavelength Refractive) Elements | N/A | 1 |
| Super Integrated Coating | No | No |
| Autofocus | N/A | Yes |
| AF Actuator | N/A | STM (stepping motor) |
| AF-P (Pulse Motor) | N/A | n/a |
| AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) | No | No |
| Internal Focusing | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 70 mm zoom position: 0.38 m (1.25 ft) 85 mm zoom position: 0.38 m (1.25 ft) 105 mm zoom position: 0.5 m (1.64 ft) 135 mm zoom position: 0.6 m (1.97 ft) 200 mm zoom position: 0.8 m (2.63 ft) | 0.5 m (1.64 ft.) at 70mm zoom position 0.63 m (2.07 ft.) at 85mm zoom position 0.68 m (2.23 ft.) at 105mm zoom position 0.80 m (2.62 ft.) at 135mm zoom position 1.0 m (3.28 ft.) at 200mm zoom position |
| Close Range Correction | N/A | n/a |
| Focus Mode | N/A | Auto/Manual |
| Rear Focusing | N/A | n/a |
| De-Focus Control | N/A | n/a |
| G-type | N/A | n/a |
| E-type | N/A | n/a |
| Filter Size | N/A | 77mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | N/A | Screw-in |
| Dimensions (D x L) (mm) | Approx. 90 mm x 208 mm | Approx. 89 mm (3.6 in.) x 220 mm (8.7 in.) Distance from camera lens mount flange Based on CIPA guidelines |
| Weight (g) (body only)*1 | Approx. 998 g – without tripod collar ring Approx. 1180 g – with tripod collar ring | Approx. 1360 g (48 oz.) Without the tripod collar Based on CIPA guidelines |
| Micro | N/A | n/a |
| Lens Type | N/A | Zoom, Telephoto |
| Lens Category | N/A | People & Events, Sports, Wildlife, Video |
| Format | Full-frame/FX-format(35mm) | Full-frame/FX-format |
| Features | N/A | Arneo Coat, Nano Crystal Coat, Autofocus, VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization, S-Line |
| Disabled Add To Cart | No | Yes |
| Supplied Accessories | LC-77B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap), HB-119 Lens Hood, CL-C3 Lens Case | N/A |
| Autofocus | Yes | N/A |
Here is the comparison from B&H Photo:
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens pre-order links:
Additional information on the new lens:
New Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens officially announced, available for pre-order
