Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
Lens for Nikon F · Announced October 2016
Official site on nikonusa.com (opens the maker's site in a new tab)
- Full frame lens
- Telephoto
Typically A$3,422–A$3,699 new, from today's stores and the last 90 days
Best priceNew · in stock
A$3,699
at Camera Electronic3% above its 30-day average
- Used from
- A$2,199 at Georges Cameras41% under new
- Used, typically
- A$2,199
- Zoom range: 70–200mm, Full frame lens
- Max aperture: f/2.8, Constant through the zoom
- Optical stabilisation: Built in
- Autofocus motor: SWM
- Weight: 1,430 g
- Weather sealing: Sealed
- Max magnification: 0.21×, Focuses to 1.10 m
AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR overview
The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is a 70–200mm f/2.8 zoom for full-frame cameras on Nikon F, announced by Nikon in October 2016. 18 cameras we track take it without an adapter.
Going by its spec sheet, it suits portraits. It is a weaker pick for travelling light.
New, it sells for A$3,699 in Australia (Camera Electronic); used and refurbished copies start at A$2,199. Over the last 90 days it has usually cost A$3,422 to A$3,699 new.
Worth comparing it with the Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports, Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD and Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2.
Where to buy the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR in Australia
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Georges CamerasLowest used
UsedIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon F version
A$2,199
12% off
A$2,509Camera ElectronicBest price
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon F version
A$3,699
Camera House
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon F version
A$3,699
Digidirect
NewOut of stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon F version
A$3,237.62
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Things to know
- 70–200mm zoom, f/2.8 constant through the zoom.
- Full frame lens; it also fits the mount's APS-C bodies.
- Autofocus (SWM motor); optical stabilisation.
- 1,430 g; 88.5 × 202.5 mm; 77mm filters; internal zoom (doesn't extend).
- Focuses down to 1.10 m, up to 0.21× magnification.
- Weather sealed.
- Used, it typically sells for about A$2,199 in Australia (asking prices over 21 days); today from A$2,199.
Good for
- Portraits (70–135mm-equivalent reach at f/2.8)
Not the best for
- Travelling light (1,430 g)
From the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR's published specs, not from a review.
Price history
Price around the world
Cheapest in the US: about 33% under the Australian price before shipping and import tax.
Prices are in each market's own currency. Under each: ≈ in AUD at today's exchange rate. Body only; where a market lists only kits, its cheapest kit is shown and marked.
| Market | Lowest new | Lowest used/refurb |
|---|---|---|
| United StatesCheapest | $1,699.99≈ A$2,474 | $744.21≈ A$1,083 |
| United Kingdom | — | £810≈ A$1,578 |
| Europe | — | — |
| Australia(you) | A$3,699 | A$2,199 |
| Singapore | — | — |
Each price is in its own currency, as the store charges it. The ≈ figures are approximate, at today's exchange rate (ECB reference rates, 2026-11-06), rounded, and leave out shipping, import duty, GST/VAT and card fees. A camera bought abroad may not carry a local warranty: see grey-market cameras before you buy.
Used: what it should be worth
Should be worth, used
A$2,199
Usually A$2,199 to A$2,199 · 21 days, 21 listings
Cheapest used today
A$2,199
About what it usually goes for
| Month | Cheapest | Typical | Highest | Days seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | A$2,199 | A$2,199 | A$2,199 | 6 |
| Oct 2026 | A$2,199 | A$2,199 | A$2,199 | 15 |
From used and refurbished asking prices at the stores we track, checked every few hours. Confirmed eBay sale prices will be added once eBay grants us access to its sold-listings data.
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AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR specifications
Optics
- Focal length
- 70–200mm
- 35mm equivalent
- 70–200mm (full frame)
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Minimum aperture
- f/22
- Made for
- Full frame
- Elements / groups
- 22 / 18
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Closest focus
- 1.10 m
- Max magnification
- 0.21×
Focus & handling
- Autofocus
- Yes (SWM)
- Optical stabilisation
- Yes
- Weather sealed
- Yes
- Internal zoom
- Yes
- Aperture ring
- No
- Teleconverter compatible
- Yes
Size & weight
- Weight
- 1,430 g
- Diameter × length
- 88.5 × 202.5 mm
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
Cameras it fits
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D6
Full frame · 20.8 MP · 2020
- 4K 30p
- Weather sealed
Nikon
D780
Full frame · 24.5 MP · 2020
- 4K 30p
- Weather sealed
Nikon
D3500
APS-C · 24.2 MP · 2018
- 1080p video
- 5 fps
Nikon
D850
Full frame · 45.7 MP · 2017
- 4K 30p
- Weather sealed
Nikon
D7500
APS-C · 20.9 MP · 2017
- 4K 30p
- Weather sealed
Nikon
D5600
APS-C · 24.2 MP · 2016
- 1080p video
- 5 fps