Lens Test: Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II

70–200mm (70.01–200.23mm tested), f/2.8 (2.81 tested), 21 elements in 16 groups.
- Focus ring turns 150°.
- Zoom ring turns 90°.
- Focal lengths marked at 70-, 85-, 105-, 135-, and 200mm.
- Diagonal view angle: 34–12 degrees
- Weight: 3.48 lb
- Filter size: 77mm
- Mounts: Nikon AF
- Included: Lenshood, case.
- Price: $2,320

What’s Hot
- Fast, silent AF and great stabilization.

What's Not
- Less-than-stellar macro numbers.