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[Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

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p.2 #1 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

PixiPhotography wrote:
Curious on a time frame for release/announcement.

It's release will be approx 1 day after my return period of when I pick up the 70-200z

Dec 23, 2025 at 01:43 PM

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p.2 #2 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

FiReBReTHaV2 wrote:
It's release will be approx 1 day after my return period of when I pick up the 70-200z

, yep..

Dec 23, 2025 at 03:05 PM

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p.2 #3 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

Checking NikonRumors, the 24-70 II rumor came out in August and lens was announced the same month. I was hoping for this..

Dec 30, 2025 at 05:33 PM

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p.2 #4 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

One question is whether Nikon wants to group this announcement with the Z9II or not.

Cheers,
Bernard

Dec 31, 2025 at 03:35 AM

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p.2 #5 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

hopefully that would mean the version 1 price will be cheaper

Jan 01, 2026 at 08:44 PM

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p.2 #6 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

Ya buddy!

Feb 23, 2026 at 11:52 PM

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p.2 #7 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

bernardl wrote:
My guess would be:
- Simplified optical formula with fewer elements
- Weight reduction from 1.5 kg to 1.2~ kg and improved weight distribution
- Latest coatings
- Reduced minimal focus distance
- Reduced focus breathing
- The new swift VCM motors for even faster AF (although the current one is already very fast) and even less noise for video - probably the exact same part as the 24-70mm f2.8 mkII
- De-clickable control ring
- Focus limiter
- Two fct buttons for landscape and portrait operation
- Next gen VR with better integration with IBIS
- Potentially a switch of the position of the 2 rings (I like the current...Show more →

Have to say, you pretty much nailed it.

Feb 23, 2026 at 11:58 PM

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p.2 #8 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

FiReBReTHaV2 wrote:
It's release will be approx 1 day after my return period of when I pick up the 70-200z

Return it now. Rent it if you absolutely need it to cover the gap.

Feb 24, 2026 at 01:42 AM

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p.2 #9 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

Everyone on YouTube saying "cant wait to pickup the Mk1 for $1500" yeah right

Feb 24, 2026 at 03:05 PM

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p.2 #10 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

They will probably get mine at that price and then have to pay to repair it

PixiPhotography wrote:
Everyone on YouTube saying "cant wait to pickup the Mk1 for $1500" yeah right

Feb 25, 2026 at 08:08 AM

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p.2 #11 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

JadedWriter wrote:
They will probably get mine at that price and then have to pay to repair it

Yep. I mean the 70-200 FL is still $1200ish

Feb 25, 2026 at 12:46 PM

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p.2 #12 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

They�re sitting around 1800-1900 on the buy sell. The 24-70 v1 values dropped quite a bit too. Time will tell on the 70-200

PixiPhotography wrote:
Everyone on YouTube saying "cant wait to pickup the Mk1 for $1500" yeah right

Feb 25, 2026 at 07:28 PM

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p.2 #13 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

Just for comparisons between the 3 big name 70-200s, the specs/weights are

Weight
Nikon - 2.2lbs/998 g
Canon - 2.4 lb / 1110 g
Sony - 2.3 lb / 1045 g

Size
Nikon: 3.5 x L: 8.2" / �: 90 x L: 208 mm
Sony: 3.46 x L: 7.87" / �: 88 x L: 200 mm
Canon: �: 3.5 x L: 7.8" / �: 88.5 x L: 199 mm

Feb 25, 2026 at 11:36 PM

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p.2 #14 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

PixiPhotography wrote:
Everyone on YouTube saying "cant wait to pickup the Mk1 for $1500" yeah right

Under $1650 refurbished a short 14 months ago. I think they missed their chance!

Feb 26, 2026 at 02:30 AM

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p.2 #15 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

Masque wrote:
Under $1650 refurbished a short 14 months ago. I think they missed their chance!

Yep, now I think they've been going for $2000ish for refurbs?

Feb 26, 2026 at 10:55 PM

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p.2 #16 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

I see at least a few have received their lenses. Post some pics up!

Mar 27, 2026 at 07:43 PM

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p.2 #17 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

PixiPhotography wrote:
I see at least a few have received their lenses. Post some pics up!

The official image thread already exists as of 9 days ago:

https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1937038/

Mar 27, 2026 at 08:28 PM

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p.2 #18 · [Official Image Thread] Nikon Z 70-200 VR 2.8 S II

Ross Martin wrote:
The official image thread already exists as of 9 days ago:

https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1937038/

Oh nice. This thread is from Nov 2025

Mar 28, 2026 at 12:46 AM

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