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JUST ANNOUNCED: Nikon Introduces Two New Flagship Telephoto Lenses

07 January 2020

JUST ANNOUNCED: Nikon Introduces Two New Flagship Telephoto Lenses

London, United Kingdom, 7th January 2020: Nikon introduces two new professional telephoto zoom lenses. The AF-S NIKKOR 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR for DSLR cameras, and the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S for Nikon Z mirrorless cameras. These tough, telephoto zoom lenses raise the bar for lens design, delivering optical performance equivalent to a prime lens.

Whether shooting in sports venues or outside at night, the AF-S NIKKOR 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR excels with its extraordinary resolving power and AF performance. This remarkable lens also marks the introduction of a much-anticipated focal length range. Now, DSLR photographers who want to shoot at 300 mm no longer need to be tied to a single focal length. Nor do they need to risk optical performance by using a zoom lens with a teleconverter attached.

The fast, full-frame NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is the second lens in the Nikon mirrorless family to be released. Whether shooting sports, events, or reportage, this S-Line telephoto zoom lens covers all the bases for stills and video. Focusing is fast, smooth, and silent. Sharpness is outstanding throughout the frame—even when shooting at the widest aperture. When shooting video, focus breathing is all but eliminated.

In a step forward for optical performance, both of these pro-grade lenses use Nikon’s new SR glass, as well as ED glass to combat chromatic aberration. As a result, colour fringing is greatly reduced, and harder-to-control blue light (short wavelength spectrum) is thoroughly compensated for. Images are sharper than ever before and contrast is exceptional.

Robert Harmon, Senior Commercial Planning Manager, Nikon UK, says: “With the most advanced optical designs of any Nikon zoom lenses to date, these new telephoto zooms set a new benchmark for professional lens performance. Nikon’s intelligent ergonomics and extensive weather sealing complete the picture: whatever you shoot, you’ll be ready to go the distance.”

AF-S NIKKOR 120-300MM F/2.8E FL ED SR VR

Professional F-mount telephoto zoom lens

Covers the versatile 120-300 mm focal length range with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture.

Smooth, precise AF

Performance equivalent to a prime lens keeps pace with fast-moving or erratic subjects. An electromagnetic diaphragm ensures precise exposures at high frame rates.

Advanced optical design

25 elements in 19 groups, with Nikon’s ED glass and SR glass as well as ARNEO and Nano Crystal coatings. Chromatic aberration, coma, ghosting, and flare are thoroughly countered.

Rock-steady VR

Nikon’s Vibration Reduction (VR) gives you a four-stop advantage, even with a teleconverter activated.

Renowned Nikon ergonomics

Assignable function buttons, smooth switching between horizontal and vertical orientations, and more.

Integrated tripod foot

Faces the front of the lens for optimum balance and more comfortable transportation.

Tough build

Solid construction and extensive sealing readies this lens for trackside conditions in any weather.

AF-S NIKKOR 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR: Behind The Winning Shot

 

NIKKOR Z 70-200MM F/2.8 VR S

Pro-grade Z mount telephoto zoom lens

Covers the versatile 70-200 mm focal range with a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture.

Superb performance

Sharpness and contrast are exceptional throughout the frame. Focusing is smooth, fast, and silent.

Advanced optical design

21 elements in 18 groups, with Nikon’s ED glass and SR glass as well as anti-reflective ARNEO and Nano Crystal coatings. Chromatic aberration, coma, ghosting, and flare are thoroughly countered.

Ready for video

Focus breathing is all but eliminated, and stable aperture control delivers natural exposure changes throughout the scene.

OLED lens information panel

Quickly confirm aperture, focus distance, exact focal length, ISO, and depth of field right on the lens.

Fn button

Assign as many as 21 different functions to the lens’ Fn button, from AF lock to metering, bracketing, and more.

Workhorse

Tough, compact build with extensive sealing to protect from dust and moisture.

First Impressions with the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

 

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AF-S NIKKOR 120-300MM F/2.8E FL ED SR VR

NIKKOR Z 70-200MM F/2.8 VR S