Exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation
VR operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops faster. In addition, active vibration mode selection is possible. For using in an active situation such as in a car, boat or plane.
VR ON/OFF mode available
New cosmetic design
5 ED elements reduce chromatic aberrations providing superior optical performance - even at maximum aperture
Fully compatible with Nikon TC-14E II, TC-17E II, and TC-20E II Teleconverters
Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing and great body balance
M/A mode enable instant switching from autofocus to manual with virtually no lag time even during AF servo operation
No power consumption during manual focus operation
Rounded diaphragm (9 blades) for natural blur
Focuses as close as 4.9ft (AF) 4.6ft (MF)
High-performance Nikon Super Intergrated Coating offers superior color reproduction and minimizes ghost and flare
Detachable tripod mounting collar provided
Filter attachment does not rotate with focusing
New G design enables apertures to be selected from select Nikon AF SLR camera bodies
New G design incorporates distance informatin for flash and ambient light exposure processes
Content and images originally posted by Andy Bright
Reviews
Kari Post's review
I am absolutely amazed by this lens. The colors and sharpness are by far the best of the lenses I have, and I've found myself carrying this huge (at least by comparison to the rest of my lenses) lens around a lot more than I thought I would. Focus is usually spot on and very sharp, and AF-S is a dream - this lens is quite fast and very quiet. VR works well and I can definately see a difference when shooting in low light or at ridiculously slow shutter speeds. I haven't tried using the "active VR mode" used for shooting from a moving vehicle nor have I done a lot of work with it mounted on a tripod, so I don't feel I should comment on its tripod collar or active VR mode. This lens is much bigger and heavier than the others I own, but for the most part I haven't found is so much so that I can't handhold for an entire football game or so. I'm not sure I'd be super excited to carry this lens hiking with me, but it does take excellent photos that make it well worth the extra weight and bulk. The bokeh is great and OOF elements look really nice in photos. I think the color of this lens is the best in my lineup. I've used this lens for mostly sports and some animal and people portraits, and I love it. I have yet to try it for shooting birds, but I feel the 70-200mm zoom probably won't be enough without a teleconverter, which I plan on purchasing hopefully soon. I also have to try to find a camera bag that can hold this baby along with my other lenses. Overall its an excellent lens that I can't wait to use more.
Pros
- great image quality
- good shots in low light thanks to VR
- beautiful bokeh
- sharp
- good colors
Cons
- size
- price
John Finnan's review
I agree with most of the things Keri said about this lens and will also mention that I do have the TC 14E teleconverter and that it does work very well with it.
Pros
- Fast F/2.8
- Very Sharp
- Vibration Reduction
Cons
- Size
- weight and price.
paulsnokia's review
Excellent for sports and events, not bad for candid portraits, VR works well, focus locks are a great help.
Pop on the converter and some wildlife work is possible.
I love mine :)
Paul Longley.
Pros
- Quick in operation
- Fantastic Sharp Images
Cons
- non
