Here is the latest Nikon news:

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now shipping

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The previously rumored Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 II lens is now officially announced:

•  Pre-orders:
  • US: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo
  • DE: Foto Erhardt
  • UK: WEX Photo
  • CA: Camera Canada
• Additional information
• Comparison with the previous version
• Videos
• First reviews
• Sample photos
• Press release
• Key features and additional pictures:

• Lightest in its class. 26% lighter than its predecessor, thanks to thinner lens elements and a reduction in the total number of elements in the optical design.
• Internal zoom. Ideal for use with gimbals and matte boxes, with no change to center of gravity when zoom position is changed.
  Faster, quieter, even more accurate. Multi-focus system with Silky Swift Voice Coil Motors (SSVCM) is 3.5x faster and 17.5x more precise than the previous generation.
• Custom control. Control ring click on/off switch lets you choose between precise, incremental click adjustments** for smooth, seamless changes.
• Close focus/high magnification. Focus as close as 15 inches at 70mm, with a maximum magnification of 0.3x.
• Superb sharpness at close minimum focus distance of 38cm
• Balanced internal zoom mechanism allows for use on gimbals
• Arca-Swiss tripod foot enables easy tripod attachment

 

Via NikonRumors

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