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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4GNikonNIKKOR Z 70–200mm f/2.8 VR S II
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2010March 2026
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length85 mm70–200 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical constructionTen elements in nine groups18 elements in 16 groups; internal focusing
Special elements–One ED, one Super ED, two aspherical, one aspherical ED, one fluorite and one SR element
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and ARNEO Coat; front-element fluorine coating
Aperture detail–f/2.8–22 throughout zoom range
DiaphragmNine rounded blades11 blades with rounded aperture
Angle of viewFX 28°30′; DX 18°50′FX 34°20′–12°20′; DX 22°50′–8°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F-mount G-type lens covering FX and DX; Digital Camera World confirms use on Z bodies through FTZ or FTZ IINative Nikon Z mount; full-frame FX image circle, also usable on DX cameras
Teleconverter support–Compatible with Z TELECONVERTER TC-1.4× and TC-2.0×
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.85 m0.38 m
Maximum magnification0.12×0.3×
Optical stabilisationNoYes
Autofocus detailSilent Wave Motor autofocus with M/A manual-priority autofocus and M manual focus modesSilky Swift VCM multi-focusing drive
Focus distance detailInternal focusing keeps the barrel length unchanged; minimum focus 0.85 mDistances from focal plane; 0.38 m at 70/85 mm, 0.5 m at 105 mm, 0.6 m at 135 mm and 0.8 m at 200 mm
Magnification detail–Maximum 0.3× at 70 mm or 0.25× at 200 mm; no separate AF/MF distinction published
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsMaker six-stop claim under CIPA2024 yaw/pitch/roll testing with Z6III, Synchro VR enabled, at telephoto end in Normal mode; support depends on camera
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm77 mm
Maximum diameter86.5 mm90 mm
Length84 mm208 mm
Weight595 g998 g
ControlsManual focus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; no aperture ringAF/manual switch, programmable function controls and focus limiter FULL (infinity–0.38 m) or LIMIT (infinity–5 m); control-ring clicking requires compatible camera/firmware
Zoom design–Internal zoom maintains barrel length and balance
Weather resistanceBoth reviews identify a seal at the lens mount; no general maker weather-protection claim is assignedDust and drip resistance is not guaranteed in every situation
Dimensions detailApproximately 86.5 mm maximum diameter × 84 mm from the mountApproximately 90 mm maximum diameter × 208 mm from mount flange
Weight detail–Approximately 998 g without tripod collar ring or 1180 g with it
Tripod mount–Removable collar with Arca-Swiss screw-clamp foot; maker advises against lever clamps. Protective collar cover included.
Lens hood–HB-119 with filter-adjustment window
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-1 rear cap, HB-55 bayonet hood and CL-1118 flexible lens pouch, as listed by Nikon UKLC-77B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-119 hood and CL-C3 lens case; removable tripod collar and protective cover
Release detailNikon's original US announcement specifies availability starting September 2010. Its heading appends ED to the model name, but the exact UK product name and optical table omit ED; no ED element is assignedUS maker states late March 2026; exact earliest retail day or first UK day unconfirmed, so month precision retained

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