NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II

Once you have your DSLR with the kit lens, I'm sure that you wish to extend the range of your focal length. Usually lens with 70-300 mm will be the reasonable choice in this case. But if you also want to be more serious with photography, may be you also need more serious lens to fit your need, and NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II will be the right lens for you. Not only offer ideal focal length 70-300mm, but also offer a constant wide aperture at F/2.8 through all focal length.
Because of its wide aperture, NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II is perfect for sport action, photojournalism, wildlife and a low light photography. NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II also features with the latest Nikon's vibration reduction stabilization technology to provide users with the ability to shoot at shutter speeds up to four stop which will assure to able shoot sharper image even in the low light situation.
NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II also features with 7 extra low dispersion (ED) elements within its optical to ensure superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture setting. NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II also offers Nano Crystal Coat to reduce ghosting and flare to ensure image clarity. Nikon also give Super Integrated Coating to enhance  light transmission, offers superior color consistency and reduced flare. The AF system of this lens uses Nikon Silent Wave Motor technology to ensure fast, accurate and quiet autofocus. NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II also uses Internal Focus system so the length of the lens is never changing and the front element is not rotating so using polarizer is not a problem.
NIKON AF-S 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II even mainly design for Nikon FX format camera, for example Nikon D3S or Nikon D3X, but also work well for Nikon DX format camera, just like Nikon D5100 or Nikon D7000. This lens is also compatible with all Nikon tele converters (TC).

Vignette chart taken from photozone.de

MTF Chart taken from photozone.de

Chromatic Aberrations Chart taken from photozone.de

 Technical Specification

Focal length	70-200 mm
Mount	Nikon F-Bayonet
Maximum aperture	f/2.8
Minimum aperture	f/22
Lens construction	7 ED glass elements
Angle of View	34°20’ - 12°20’ (22°50’ - 8° with Nikon DX format)
Zoom Ratio	2.9x
Minimum focus distance	1.4 m/4.6 ft. (throughout entire zoom range)
No. diaphragm blades	9 (rounded)
AF motor	Silent Wave Motor
Filter/attachment size	77mm
Dimensions (approx)	87 x 209 mm (3.4 x 8.2 in.)
Weight (approx.)	1540 g (3.4 lb.)
Included accessories	• 77mm Snap-on front lens cap • Rear lens cap (LF-1) • Bayonet hood (HB-48) • Lens Case (CL-1018)
Optional accessories	77mm screw-in filters