Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II vs Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II and Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II | Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20050 | 20063 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Release Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-06 | 2016-10-19 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 280 USD | 1896 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Micro-Type Ultrasonic | Ring-Type Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 110 cm | 110 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,21 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Maximum Aperture |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 200 mm Variable Aperture |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Construction | 13 elements / 9 groups | 22 elements / 18 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 ED glass element | 6 ED, 1 Fluorite, 1 HRI element + Nano Crystal & Fluorine coatings |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Focal Length | 55-200 mm | 70-200 mm |
| Zoom Range | 145 mm | 130 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | 4 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
| Diameter | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Length | 83 mm | 203 mm |
| Weight | 300 gr | 1430 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 E FL ED VR |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-37 / HB-34 | HB-78 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |