Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Lens for Nikon Z · Announced February 2026
Official site on nikonusa.com (opens the maker's site in a new tab)
- Full frame lens
- Telephoto
Typically A$4,399–A$4,617 new, from today's stores and the last 90 days
Best priceNew · in stock
A$4,616.56
at Digidirect3% above its 30-day average
- Used from
- A$4,859.95 at Ted's Cameras
- Used, typically
- A$4,599.95
- Zoom range: 70–200mm, Full frame lens
- Max aperture: f/2.8, Constant through the zoom
- Optical stabilisation: Built in
- Autofocus motor: SSVCM
- Weight: 998 g
- Weather sealing: Sealed
- Max magnification: 0.30×, Focuses to 0.38 m
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II overview
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is a 70–200mm f/2.8 zoom for full-frame cameras on Nikon Z, announced by Nikon in February 2026. 16 cameras we track take it without an adapter.
Going by its spec sheet, it suits portraits.
New, it sells for A$4,616.56 to A$5,399 at the 4 stores we track in Australia that have it in stock; used and refurbished copies start at A$4,859.95. Over the last 90 days it has usually cost A$4,399 to A$4,617 new.
Worth comparing it with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 and Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2.
Where to buy the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II in Australia
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DigidirectBest price
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version
A$4,616.56
Georges Cameras
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version
A$4,616.56
14% off
A$5,399
Ted's CamerasLowest used
UsedIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version
Nikon tradeAbove typical used price
A$4,859.95
10% off
A$5,399.95Camera Electronic
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version
A$5,399
Camera House
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · Nikon Z version
A$5,399
More used Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II on eBayPaid linkSingle sellers, auctions included: check the listing's condition and returns.
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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 (SSVCM motor); optical stabilisation.
- 998 g; 90 × 208 mm; 77mm filters; internal zoom (doesn't extend).
- Focuses down to 0.38 m, up to 0.30× magnification.
- Weather sealed.
- Replaces the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S (2020).
- Used, it typically sells for about A$4,599.95 in Australia (asking prices over 14 days); today from A$4,859.95.
Good for
- Portraits (70–135mm-equivalent reach at f/2.8)
From the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II's published specs, not from a review.
Price history
Price around the world
Cheapest in Singapore: about 13% 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 States | $2,849.99≈ A$4,148 | — |
| United Kingdom | £2,262.99≈ A$4,408 | £2,435≈ A$4,743 |
| Europe | €2,507.69≈ A$4,075 | — |
| Australia(you) | A$4,616.56 | A$4,859.95 |
| SingaporeCheapest | S$3,542≈ A$4,022 | — |
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$4,599.95
Usually A$4,599.95 to A$4,859.95 · 14 days, 14 listings
Cheapest used today
A$4,859.95
6% over what it usually goes for
| Month | Cheapest | Typical | Highest | Days seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | A$4,599.95 | A$4,859.95 | A$4,859.95 | 5 |
| Oct 2026 | A$4,599.95 | A$4,599.95 | A$4,599.95 | 9 |
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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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II 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
- 18 / 16
- Aperture blades
- 11
- Closest focus
- 0.38 m
- Max magnification
- 0.30×
Focus & handling
- Autofocus
- Yes (SSVCM)
- Optical stabilisation
- Yes
- Weather sealed
- Yes
- Internal zoom
- Yes
- Aperture ring
- No
- Teleconverter compatible
- Yes
Size & weight
- Weight
- 998 g
- Diameter × length
- 90 × 208 mm
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
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