This fast, f/2.8 zoom lens is perfect for sports, photojournalism and wildlife photographers, as well as portrait shooters. Its long-range, 70-200mm zoom range and internal focus (IF) provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the physical length of the lens.

Unique features include Nikon VR II vibration reduction which helps assure sharp hand-held images at up to four shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible. Its 9-blade rounded diaphragm produces a beautiful, soft bokeh in backgrounds when short depth-of-field is required, such as portraits and close-ups. The AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II lenses seven extra-low dispersion (ED) elements produce superior sharpness and color correction by minimizing chromatic aberration.

From the Manufacturer:

Fast aperture, f/2.8 zoom features VR II image stabilization, ED glass and Nano Crystal Coat. Excels at low-light sports, fashion, portraits and more.

Features:

• Fast f/2.8 Zoom-NIKKOR lens
  Perfect for sports, photojournalism and wildlife photography.
• Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization
  Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images.
• 7 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements
  Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at the widest aperture settings.
• Nano Crystal Coat
  Further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity.
• Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
  Enhances light transmission and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.
• Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
  Enables fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus.
• Rounded 9-blade diaphragm
  Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements.
• Internal Focus (IF)
  Provides fast and quiet autofocus without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range.
• Focuses to 4.6 feet
  Close focusing provided throughout the entire zoom range for extended versatility.
• M/A focus mode switch
  Enables quick response to changing situations between manual and autofocus operation.
• Flower-shaped lens hood
  Included HB-48 lens hood—shades the objective from unwanted, image-degrading light.

Includes:

• AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II Lens
• HB-48 Bayonnet Hood
• CL-M2 Case
• 77mm lens cap
• LF-1 Rear lens cap