For sale is a Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Lens with Nikon Mount FTZ Adapter. It includes original hood, pouch and Hoya HD3 UV Filter, which was placed on the lens the minute it was unboxed. Next to my Mamiya 50/4 and my Leica M 50/2, this is the best lens I've ever owned.
The original box, hood, pouch and caps are included. This was purchased new by my from BH in 2022.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S—a lens that's like a symphony for photographers and videographers alike! Let's dive into the details:
Optical Excellence: This lens is a true virtuoso when it comes to optics. It's the single sharpest zoom lens ever tested by the folks at Photography Life². Imagine capturing images with the kind of clarity that makes your pixels high-five each other!
Low Distortion, Vignetting, and Aberrations: The Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S doesn't just stop at sharpness. It also keeps distortion, vignetting, chromatic aberration, and flare in check. So, whether you're shooting a wedding, wildlife, or a bustling cityscape, your images will sing in perfect harmony.
Close Focusing Magic: Need to get up close and personal? This lens surprises with its minimum focusing distance. At 70mm, you can focus as close as 0.5 meters from your subject—pretty impressive for a telephoto zoom in this range!
Silent Autofocus: When you're capturing moments where silence is golden—like during a wedding ceremony or while filming—this lens has your back. Its ultra-quiet stepping motor (STM) ensures fast, accurate autofocusing without adding any unwanted soundtrack to your scene.
Superior VR Performance: Handheld shooting? No problem. The VR (Vibration Reduction) system in this lens is like having a zen master guiding your every move. It keeps your shots sharp even in challenging lighting conditions.
Video Darling: If you're into filmmaking, the Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is a gem. It boasts smooth, silent autofocus with minimal focus breathing, making it perfect for cinematic storytelling. Plus, it supports standard 77mm filters, so you can tweak your visuals just the way you like. Lights, camera, action!
Size and Weight: Now, here's the trade-off: It's large and hefty, as most 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses tend to be. But hey, great art sometimes demands a bit of muscle, right?
So, whether you're capturing a bride's radiant smile, a sprinter crossing the finish line, or a majestic eagle in flight, the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is your backstage pass to photographic brilliance.