The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is a solid upgrade to the older 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II. The new lens is notably sharper and focuses closer, but it does carry a higher price tag.

Quite sharp; Maintains f/2.8 aperture through zoom range; Optical stabilization; Sturdy build; Rotating tripod collar

Some distortion; Dimmed corners at f/2.8

Lighter, better, more expensive than its predecessor, this new Nikon lens is pitched at being outstanding in its class. We look and see how it handles and performs using the Nikon D810 body and whether it reaches new heights in terms of image quality and can justify its price tag.

My new favorite lens now. If you are looking for a sports lens or for a distance portrait, this is it. This lens is truly impressive. It focusses and locks extremely fast similar to 35mm f1.8G prime lens. I would like to give credit to Angry Photographer for recommending this beautiful lens.

Finally broke down and traded my beloved 70-200 f/2.8 VR2 for the new version. Only took one day to get use to the zoom ring placement. The improvement in sharpness and color rendition was worth the steep price. I highly recommend the new "E" version for anyone interested in the best.

The lens is amazing. Ultra, ultra sharp. Fantastic autofocus, extremely well done. A really professional lens. About the A/m button, you can notice the difference between the M/a button, making this test: Switch the selector on AM and select AF-S mode on your camera; then rotate slowly the focus...

Fast delivery, sold by Amazon, fast autofocus indeed, rings are softer compared with other Nikkor lenses. Initial impression is good. The lens itself will not stand on its own, out of balance, but when connected to D850, it stands fine.

Fantastic lens, picture quality is brilliant. Hard to fault this lens. Not to heavy to hold also.

Durable; Great Features; Great Picture Quality; Simple Controls

Great lens...one of the best Nikkor glasses I have in my collection!

Nikon did great with this version of the 70-200. The lense delivers with quality and features beyond the typicL

This lens definitely lived up to the hype. I've been eyeing this for a long time and finally pulled the trigger on it. It's everything I had hoped it would be, allowing me to take some incredible pictures in challenging light condition.