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Fast f/2.0 capability which effectively allows subjects to be given more emphasis by throwing background elements out of focus

Exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful super-quiet operation.

VR operation offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 3 stops faster. In addition, active vibration mode selection possible for use in active situations such as a moving boat, car or plane

New Super ED glass excels at eliminating secondary spectrum and correcting chromatic aberration and offers low refractive index and lower dispersion. Also Super ED Glass is more resilient to rapid temperature changes

M/A mode enables instant switching from autofocus to manual with virtually no lag time even during AF servo operation

VR performance with Automatic detection of panning

VR On/Off mode available

Internal Focusing (IF) design for smoother focusing.

Electronic Focus Preset Operation

Rounded diaphragm blades (9 blades) for natural blur.

High Performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating offers superior color reproduction and minimizes ghost and flare.

New G design enables aperture selection from select 35mm AF SLR and DSLR camera bodies and incorporates distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes

Fully compatible with D1X, D2X, D2H, D100, D70, F6, F5, F100, N80, N75

Fully compatible with Nikon TC-14E II, TC-20E II and New TC-17E II Teleconverters

Focuses as close as 6.2 feet

Detachable hood (HK-31) and rotating tripod collar

Focal length: 200mm

Maximum aperture: f/2.0

Minimum aperture: f/22

Lens construction: 13 elements in 19 groups; 3 ED glass elements; 1 Super ED glass element; 1 protective glass (Meniscus).

Picture angle: 12 degrees 20 minutes

Minimum focus range: 6.2 ft. (1.9m)

Maximum reproduction ratio: 1/8.1

No. of diaphragm blades: 9

Focus Limiter Switch: 2-Stage Switch: Full (infinity ~ 6.2ft); Limit (infinity ~ 16.4ft)

Tripod Socket: 360 degrees Rotating control with positioning markings (90 degrees)

Filter attachment size: 52mm

Focus method: Internal Focus (IF) Autofocus with SWM, manual focus, and focus preset with Memory Recall

Vibration Reduction: Equivalent of shooting at a shutter speed three stops faster. Active mode for large vibration, tripod vibration reduction. Automatic detection of panning.

Dimensions (diameter x length): 4.9 x 8.0 in. (124 x 203mm)

Weight: approx. 6.4 lbs.

Case: CL-L1 Semisoft Case

Optional accessories: Attachment-type polarized filter (C-PL3L)

Included accessories: HK-31 Hood, CL-L1 Case, LN-1 Strap, 52mm filter holder, lens cover, rear cap

HK-31 Hood
CL-L1 Case
LN-1 Strap
52mm filter holder
front lens cover
rear lens cap
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