High-performance telephoto zoom lens for use with FX-format SLRs.
Focal length70-200 mm
Maximum aperturef/4
Minimum aperturef/32
Lens construction20 elements in 14 groups (including 3 ED lens elements, one HRI lens element, and lens elements with Nano-Crystal coatings)
Angle of view34° 20′ - 12° 20′ (22° 50′ - 8° with Nikon DX format)
Minimum focus distance
1 m (3.28 ft) from focal plane at all zoom positionsMaximum reproduction ratioApprox. 0.274x
No. of diaphragm blades9 (rounded diaphragm opening)