Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S vs Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S and Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II.
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Product |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Name | Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S | Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20091 | 20050 |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Release Year | 2020 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2020-01-07 | 2015-01-06 |
| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
| Last known price | 2396 USD | 280 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Stepper Motor | Micro-Type Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 50 cm | 110 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0,2 | |
Aperture |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 200 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 7 |
Optics |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Construction | 21 elements / 18 groups | 13 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | ED, SR and aspherical elements + Nano Crystal and ARNEO coatings | 1 ED glass element |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Focal Length | 70-200 mm | 55-200 mm |
| Zoom Range | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 4 stops |
Physical |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Length | 220 mm | 83 mm |
| Weight | 1440 gr | 300 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-92 | HB-37 / HB-34 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
