Nikon Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S. A quick look with Size comparisons.

[@RicciTalks]

Hope you find this Video useful ! Im So excited about this lens it really does work well with the Z6 and Z7 let me know if you have any questions or if you want me to test something specific below. thanks for watching !

[@jaimeduncan6167]

Yes, why the gap? in theory, the points of the Z mount are: The flange distance and that it allows super-fast AF lenses(aperture). We have nothing of the second but I was expecting that they will deliver on the first. The lens is longer than the old one, and have an empty "adapter like" extension at the end. It's not only that it's empty is that it looks the part. It will be helpful if you could say what is the "something else" that you allude by. 5:20?

[@Mr09260]

Cant wait for mine

[@jackwillson579]

shipping date?

[@alessandro.corradini]

Bokeh comparison and focus breathing.

[@antonoat]

@الله جل جلاله This is not the full review that is to follow!

[@midfidelity7180]

Nikon making the best 24-70 f2.8 and the best 70-200 f2.8 plus several great 1.8 prime, yet people blaming Nikon for making worse glass than Canon(I guess everyone needs 1.2 primes in this world).

[@RicciTalks]

I don’t understand it either. Must just want to shoot everything at f1.2

[@wtattoo5544]

it is very weird that people say Nikon only has "garbage" 1.8 lenes, and canon has crazy 1.2 lenes( around 1 kg, and nobody takes it as a big problem). However, when nikon release this mind blowing 70-200 ( At least it has incredible MTF), everyong complains about the weight and size. Indeed, Canon's 70- 200 is compact, but Nikon has better optical quality in term of the MTF. There is always a trade off. People seems to complain about nikon no matter what they do. sony's 720 and panasonic's 720 are even heavier .

[@avinashrai11141]

Canon has worst 70-200 lens for mirrorless because of its collapsible design.

[@moealyasini2784]

W Tattoo i dont know maybe because the Canon 70-200 is half size? Or maybe because they released faster lenses at shorter time and they are all unique and cover a wide range rather than 20 1.8 then 24 1.8 35,50,85 lmao they are all few mm apart! At least make some 1.2 god damn 😂 and 70-200 is not even out yet. Slow non accurate AF compared to the silly Eos R. No i am not a hater I have 2 Z cameras

[@avinashrai11141]

@@moealyasini2784 Canon has focusing issue with new 70-200mm lens and also has very poor weather sealing.

[@petermanson5776]

Luv your segments so informative and easy to understand.

[@Arslanoff]

Great to be the first in KZbin to review it. Preordered one of this.

[@pawelschubert6269]

Pre-ordered mine. Cant wait. At 5:18 - you talk about the back part of the lens as having no glass elements and you say its for something else. I am really hopeing that Nikon has engineered their long lens to have a TC go in there. Now that would impress me. Otherwose they just made a linger lens for a smaller body (as opposed to Canon). Really hopeing its something special.

[@fpeachm]

Some day one of these lenses is gonna become available for purchase here in the U.S.... Nice presentation, thanks.

[@krasewidener6355]

I paid for it back in February... beginning the think I tied up my money in a failing company and project. I have been using Nikon since 1993 but considering jumping ship while I can to invest in Leica, maybe the SL2.

[@sloppy-1-1]

@@krasewidener6355 "we are very confident that the 70-200 will be available at the end of August" according to Nikon in the Nikon Z5 presentation at Adorama, but "we think it will be available at the end of August, at least in limited quantities" in another video (B&H I think). I preordered it as well, and I am pissed AF that nikon releases stupid lenses like the 24-50 or cheap lenses like the 24-200 before such an essential lens....

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Hi Ricci. I recently purchased a Z6, and am excited to try the new "S" lenses... especially this one. Thanks, and looking forward to the full review.

[@RicciTalks]

Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoy using the S lenses

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Since you originally posted this video, I've gotten my Z-mount 70-200 f/2.8 S, and have been blown away. Although I've never depended on photography for my income, I've shot pro-level Nikon gear, since my first F2 (and F2as) back in 1975. So, I've owned most of the variations on Nikon 70-200-ish lenses, and this one, by far, tops them all. Impressive build quality, fast and silent autofocus, handy function buttons, amazing VR, and of course most importantly, stunning image quality. This is undoubtedly the best Nikon lens I've owned, and I'm soooooo happy I took the plunge. (I've upgraded my Z6 to a Z6 II, and still have a Z7 too, and the lens of course works equally well on both cameras.) Seriously impressive! Your reviews are a huge help in making these decisions, so thank you again. :)

[@RicciTalks]

Always good to hear how my videos help people ! Thank you for watching as always

[@wilteduk007]

Any chance of full review on this lens?

[@FrederickDunn]

Thank you Ricci... you're helping to fill the time while I'm still waiting for mine to arrive in the mail. Pre-Ordered through NPS, but they are still not here. Very nice review and I wish you all the best, I've been using the 70-200 FL and can't wait to see how this unit works on the Z7/6... can't wait.

[@GiorgioB12]

Can you made a full review of this lens please?

[@carlmarch603]

Thanks for the early look. If you have an opportunity, I believe it would be useful for viewers to know whether any of the current gimbals commonly in use with the Z series can handle the 70-200 - meaning, can the body and lens combo be balanced properly given the length of this lens (less worried about the weight). Thanks!

[@bricemyfoto8907]

Its gonna take a few visits with my therapist to get over buying this lens ....

[@jimstirling7223]

Your therapist is easy , I have to deal with my wife :-) Though I could go with Hello darling do you think I should buy the 58mm Noct or the 70-200mm , then the 70-200 looks like a bargain .

[@jimbolic0809]

@@jimstirling7223 LOL... I'm scared of bringing this up to my S.O... I really want the 70-200 though!

[@musicfromheart]

Its length is almost the same as the F version with the adapter. Is it a coincident or is it really the F version with the adapter built in?

[@louisatu-tetuh3244]

The lens I have being waiting from Nikon and video I have been waiting from you, thanks! I hope the production issues delay that Nikon talked about don't last too long.

[@RicciTalks]

Thanks for watching !

[@2906rick]

How is the af speed?? Thats really important for this kind of lense. If it focus super fast and is super sharp we have a winner here. The 70-200 is the only zoom I regret selling. It is such a nice range.

[@dac9404]

Just added my name to the wait list. (July 22, 2020). Very excited. I understand that some times life gets in the way and that some times you have to wait for what you want. My decision to go ahead and get on the wait list was based in part on this video. I watched it a few times over the last few months. Thanks for this video and all the others.

[@BoostLeekdMedia]

Awesome comparison video! Man, I am really stuck between this and the 50 f/1.2S. Hope you can get your hands on the 50mm F/1.2S when it's released! But, ugh, 70-200 2.8S looks amazing in this video too!

[@RicciTalks]

I will indeed get the 50mm f1.2. I would say they are very different lenses, The 70-200 obviously offering some incredible quality across a good range of focal lengths means it can be used for a lot of different things. The 50mm f1.2 has a much smaller use case I feel it’s main goal is the ability to be used wide open at 1.2 how often do you want to shoot at 1.2 I suppose.

[@joenicolette]

@@RicciTalks When is the 50 f1.2 going to be released? Any info on pricing? Thanks - great video, BTW.

[@IanWilkinson]

11:09 You slipped that QV Zoom-Nikkor 11-120mm f/2.0 ED in rather quietly! Seems to be a bit of a unicorn.

[@wallacephoto5174]

am kind of shocked the mount is not arca swiss compatible. Still can't wait to get mine.

[@imkindofabigdeal4308]

I'd imagine AS mounts are in the works or will be shortly

[@krasewidener6355]

Hey Ricci, when are you looking to release the full review of the 70-200? I have been coming back weekly to check for it. I am super excited about your review of it... considering I already pre-paid for the lens.

[@KarenVaisman1]

Do you have a full review comparing these two lenses yet? Love your reviews. I’m interested in bokeh for portraits. Also how the extenders work with this lens. Thanks!

[@Honkus]

I am really looking forward to this lens. Wish hit had come out on time so I could get for a trip in a few weeks, but I can happily wait. Is that gap in the back element for future teleconverter?

[@jimcastanzo6916]

Waiting for my preorder. Can’t wait.

[@sh1209macro]

Will you please do a comparison between this lens and the 70-200 f4 f mount lens. I’ve been using it with the z6 and Z7 with really good results. I’m just not sure if it’s worth the extra cost and weight. Thanks for all the reviews.

[@michelgilson1644]

I just receive my new Nikon Z 70-200 : this lens is really amazing. 😋😋😋

[@ThePhotographyHobbyist]

Question. I have a Z7 and Z50. If I were to use the 50-250 DX lens from the Z50 on the Z7, is there improved VR like with the 70-200 full frame Z mount lens? Or is it no better than the VR in the old F mount lenses used on the Z7?

[@RicciTalks]

The Z7 will use combined VR from the lens and IBIS when using the 50-250. Still might not be as “good” as the 70-200 is. Also the 50-250 obviously forces the Z7 to crop to DX

[@ThePhotographyHobbyist]

Ricci Talks Ok. Yep I’m aware of the crop. Was just curious about the VR performance in the DX Z lenses vs the older F mount lenses. Anyway, I can say from my quickie tests the optics performance of the 50-250 on my Z7 looks just as good as it does on my Z50. It ends up being around 20 MP or so anyway. If I had to use it I could. I’d rather not though. I’m waiting on the 24-200 for my Z7.

[@lukeszczepanski2240]

is there any release date for this lens yet? Getting tired of Nikon's cut & paste poor communication blurb about delay and no official updates since February. Yet 24-200 is shipping...

[@sloppy-1-1]

End of August. It pissed me of that nikon developes useless lenses (24-50) instead of focusing to get the 70-200 out. That lens is so important....

[@sarfaraz.hosseini]

Yaaas Ricci! I knew you'd pull through for us.

[@terrywbreedlove]

Ricci I am thinking about buying the ZFc and the 70-200 F2.8. Make it my wildlife kit. With the Z6II AF tech inside I am thanking the ZFc might be a great little camera for that purpose and I can put my money into good glass.

[@nikon_z9_images]

Great preview Ricci. I’m interested to know how Z6 IBIS + FL ED lens with FTZ adapter compares with Z6 + Z lens in terms of slowest shutter speed. I’ve captured sharp wildlife pics with 500PF at 1/20s (handheld) on a Z6 (f5.6/ISO 10,000) but still use a D4S so hesitant to swap the FL ED to Z just yet.

[@ousi00]

I suppose it should be smaller than the SLR version without the huge flange distance compared to mirrorless? How did they end up making it bigger...

[@KrzykSkate]

I can't wait to see your full review on this lens. What is that color bracket on your Nikon?

[@RicciTalks]

It’s an L -bracket called Zelda made by a company called 3legged thing

[@KyleClements]

This lens looks incredible. If only I hadn't just bought the 50mm /1.8 and 14-30mm /4 a month ago... By the time I've saved up enough for this, the f/4 variant will be out.

[@HaggenKennedy]

Kyle Clements what are your thoughts on the 14-30? Is it sharp? I’ve been considering buying it.

[@on_wheels_80]

Hope they'll put the zoom ring back to where it belongs on the f/4 version: Towards the rear end, the superior position for both stability and ergonomics.

[@rickvestuto]

Money standing by Can't wait to get mine Regards, Rick

[@tompetersphotography]

great vlog matey im so tempted by the z7 system now that we have some 2.8 glass. will look out for your comparison video to the f mount version

[@psoon04286]

Hello Ricci, You're my goto for trusted Nikon info, so here's a question for you - do you know, or have theories, as to why the new prime 'S' lenses are so large? They are so much longer than the actual focal lengths would suggest. They do not have any VR mechanism to accommodate so I would think that Nikon would take advantage of the mirrorless design and new Z mount to make the primes more pancake-like don't you agree?

[@TaipeiGeek]

Love this series, keep on keeping on.

[@NikCan66]

Very useful informative on the new Z 70-200mm f2.8 lens. I use Nikon F mount lenses and cameras bodies.I tried the Nikon Z6 & Z7 at the night time game for the euro 2020 qualifiers and both camera Z bodies utterly were useless for football and tracking during the warm up and the first 20 minutes of the first half. I switched back to my Nikon d5 and 400mm f2.8 camera bodies afterwards.With a comparison of the F mount 70-200mm f2.8 or the Z mount 70-200mm f2.8 did you notice any difference in performance in regards Action sports wildlife viewpoint

[@scottlawrencephoto]

Hope the delay isn’t too long. Already sold my f mount version. Interesting on the close focus distance across focal lengths. I’m curious how that came to be.

[@sloppy-1-1]

Well...

[@joespag26]

When is Nikon going to release the Z 70-200 f 4 ?

[@andyvan5692]

Yes, Ricci, the gap does have a reason, its called a 1.5 and 2.0 x tele-converter, which as of the release of the Z 5 and this lens, is compatible with newer tele lenses, as these converters have an overly large exposed section at their rear mounts, to fit on these lenses!

[@RicciTalks]

I knew that at the time just couldn’t say that untill the Tele converters were officially announced

[@qdvvuis67]

Where can I get the orange frame to the camera body that you have? Thanks!

[@scottweaverphotovideo]

I'll wait for the f4 version! Thanks for your excellent vid.

[@hdikkers]

Thanks for this video!! what kind of strap are you using?

[@BillGillespie1952]

Thanks for this review. Here it is mid-July and this lens is still not available in Canada. Supposedly it should be available by mid-August. If the foot is not Arca-Swiss compatible, what options are there?

[@scljr1987]

Waiting patiently for mine to ship. Pre-orderd 1st day. Really waiting on your compare video. Ive never used the FL. Wife uses the Tamron G2 on the Z6 and its fantastic. So I bought this one cause she wont give it back lol. Very excitted as all of my Z mount lenses have been outstanding. Love the content as usual Ricci!

[@kingbov6250]

Great video. I now have to get that. Random question. Have you had any wear on the z7 grip under your nails? Cheers. Sean.

[@ianfahlman-morgan2081]

Me! Unfortunately... but now I just bite my nails before shooting 😂

[@kingbov6250]

@@ianfahlman-morgan2081 haha. Well, that's one solution I guess. 😂

[@Emet30]

Thanks! I'm looking into going mirrorless and considering the Z6 as my next camera. I have the 70-200 Version II and would love to see a 3 way comparison if possible. Otherwise, I'm subscribed and looking forward to more videos! Keep up the great work!

[@RicciTalks]

Certainly something I can look at doing !

[@Emet30]

@@RicciTalks Not only is this a professional's lens but also a top pick for hobbyist/enthusiasts lens.

[@BudBetz]

Thank you Rick! Very interested in this lenses. Great information on the comparison. I don’t have a F mount 2.8, so you views are quite revealing. I’ll be waiting and watching. Thanks a metric ton!!! -Bud

[@curtisp471]

How does the build quality feel compare to the Nikon FL version? i.e. amount of metal vs plastic.. if you were to whack each lens barrel with hammer, which lens would you trust not to be damaged?

[@hassanphotography3323]

Why the lens image quality review didn't come out yet ? Is it because of the delay from Nikon?

[@theeclecticphotographerajr5372]

Just wondering 24-70 2.8 70-200 2.8 I own both, just got the 70200 Both lebes set to 70 2.8 Will image be identical? Bokeh be the same? Tks for your knowledge

[@cactustweeter2890]

I'm waiting for my preorder. I sure hope I get the lens after they figure out the production issue.

[@ericleszkowicz898]

Actually it is a delay to the delay since they promised it on the roadmap in 2019. Love the videos. It is truly astonishing to me that they even considered such the long delay in releasing what is such a primary lens to professionals.

[@3akoscielski]

Ricci, my Z6ii and Z5 cameras are freezing when I use the 70-200 F/2.8 S lens. Any ideas? I bought it second-hand and don't have the original receipt so I can't try to get it fixed under warranty.

[@zaf9834]

I hoped the lens would be more compact and lighter. It’s huge like the fl lens. I’ll wait for your full comparison review the advantage of f mount lens is it works very well on both formats and is quick.

[@wilteduk007]

Can you compare to the VRII as well? What is its weight? Focus speed comparison? Is it a true 200mm?

[@pierreblattner4527]

it still not in the market at the 22 of august?!

[@smgabardo]

I have a 50-250 DX (not vr) and I wanted to knwo if i should buy this lens

[@travisjarvis1755]

I know you mention the new Z 70-200 is optically better than the FL ED but how marginal is that difference? As a owner of a Z6 and Z7 is the difference between the two going to be evident at first glance or is the difference only seen when pixel peeping? I ask cause I’m considering the FL ED over the new model because of the great price that a used FL ED can be picked up for right now.

[@lescobrandon3047]

Mine is on preorder so I guess I can expect delivery within weeks. I’m wondering if I will find myself removing the foot.

[@jeanpaulpoulossiere455]

what's the good choice for a best quality ? Nikkor z 70-200mm F2.8 + TC 2.0 or FTZ mount + Nikkor 300PF ED VR + TC 1.4 on a nikon Z7 II ?

[@alyoshakaramazov8469]

What kind of Arca Swiss Adapter will work without adding a lot of size and weight?

[@henkbogers8366]

Hi Ricci Can you explain why nikon did not bring a z70-200 f4. Love yohr testvideos . Also becaurse i can make my own observations about the results of the comparisons, thanks

[@Halcyonedgar1]

Actually, unless you're someone special, Nikon didn't bring out THIS lens, either!

[@maricarsantos5135]

Great lens line-up, now Nikon should release and make a functional Battery/Vertical Grip, Ricci please tell that to Nikon!!!

[@colingift8912]

Where are the z mount teleconverters? Are there any in the pipeline?

[@faocisco]

I feel that he already answer that😀

[@Barronoj]

What’s the weight of the z7 with this lens fitted do you know if it will stabilise on the DJI Ronin sc thanks

[@henkbogers8366]

Hi Ricci. Ik have a Z70-200 f4. Is there a great difference in picturequality at The different f-settings? Ik hope that there will be one of you great and objectieve comparison soon. Thank you very much for the The info you give us already. Henk from Holland

[@henkbogers8366]

Ik mean of course a in comparison with The z70-200 f 2.8!

[@brianking6341]

The space on the back of the lens is to accommodate teleconverters. Some lenses will not accept them, like the 105 f/1.4E and other shorter primes with the TC14E-III.

[@haraldgottschald]

Love your channel, will there be a 70-200 f4 to complete the f4 Trinity?

[@bobbullethalf]

The Nikon Z cameras are just the best, can’t go wrong.

[@daviddowling9830]

Is the image quality that much better than the f.mount,which I have,worth the price?

[@wuiowedfgdfguiooiuiuosjkls8563]

What is that orange bracket on your Nikon Z7?

[@antonoat]

The no BS Nikon review man, thanks Ricci for sharing this. As you say the moving of the zoom ring to the front makes perfect sense, shouldn't really take long too long to adapt to! PS how far we've come from the D1, still miss my D3 too.

[@RicciTalks]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@SabianDB02]

Are we close to being released you think?

[@souljah9e]

Thank you so much for the Info. Subscribed 💯

[@ronaldpollard8990]

So Far for me The responsiveness; the weight compared to my VR 2; the Inate sharpness! It balances very well on my Z6. The bokeh is like 3D man the colors are sensational. Also theAF is quicker as well I don’t know the % but it is noticeably quicker than with FTZ Adapter on my VR2 A monster Winner from Nikon

[@strive2gether449]

Who is the manufacturer of your camera cage?

[@jss27560]

You mentioned that the rear lens was in a different position and it sounded like you implied that there is a reason for it but you didn't say what it was.

[@Honkus]

I'd assume that is space for a future teleconverter

[@jss27560]

@@Honkus 1st thing that went through my mind.

[@avnerbenzvi8757]

do i need an arca swiss to put in the holder ??

[@krasewidener6355]

Hey, Ricci great pre-review. Where is this lens manufactured?

[@kaijan2808]

Hi Ricci, thank you for another quick review. Could you possibly share with which lens you recorded the video and what setting you used? I still don’t get it so smooth on my Z6 like you. Thank you

[@RicciTalks]

Z6 + Z 50mm F1.8 it’s shot at f2

[@kaijan2808]

@@RicciTalks Thank you, guess face detection?

[@RicciTalks]

Yep

[@photo-markus]

Show us some photos to see the bokeh of this lens. I know it is sharp...but colors and bokeh...I would like it compared not with 70-200 f mount but with 80-200 f mount which has better colors and bokeh(but lacks VR)

[@kjltube]

Thanks for this. Looking forward to my pre order arriving! I wonder how the out of focus rendering looks. I looked pretty smooth in the Nikon samples :-P

[@GBB70]

If you have ever shot the 70-200mm/2.8 S FL you will have a clue. Based on what I have read the the AF-S FL lens is comparably as sharp. The Z mount will jump off the shelves no doubt, but I cannot see trading my AF-S FL lens to buy it right now.

[@kjltube]

@@GBB70 I didn't mention sharpness, and I have owned the wonderful FL actually.

[@matsudakodo]

Would love to have the lens on my Z 6, but I'll have to save the $1k and put up with a used FL and its different balance.

[@alecwang337]

would you plz tell me is this len parfocal？looking forward to the next review！

[@hagarthehorrible1391]

Shouldn't the shorter flange distance result in a shorter lens? I assume so I might be wrong.

[@RicciTalks]

Depends on the design. For the best optical performance the lens will always need to be big.

[@photography3569]

Hi! Does someone know my problem? My 70200e fl is a little bit soft at 200mm, but at 180mm (both at 2.8) super sharp. Its just my lens or it is the 70200. Thanks

[@moealyasini2784]

Dude where is the full review ? I am about to switch systems and go to Canon while waiting for this lens lol

[@davidshaw5979]

great review. all the best.

[@Moody_in_helvetic]

Amazing lens, thank you the review. Which kamera do you record your videos? The Af is awesome.

[@RicciTalks]

Z6

[@Moody_in_helvetic]

@@RicciTalks Nice and which Lens ? 24 f1.8?

[@RicciTalks]

Z 50mm f1.8

[@jackolope2217]

How do you get these lens so early?!

[@MrGeozac]

Great review as always

[@brad_neal]

Yea, I MUST have this lens!

[@daviddowling9830]

Update,little bit of delay,August 30,still waiting.

[@cubanrum]

Thank you! I pre ordered early and I am dying to get it.

[@cubanrum]

anddavinci No, nothing yet.

[@michaelsutterby8523]

Just spoke to B&H, they said their were hearing from Nikon that the current shipping date is 3/1/20. But I suspect that is really just a wishful thought. I am going crazy waiting for this lens.

[@infinitumstudio]

What about focus breathing? Is there one? Is it important? Focus breathing is a bummer when you shoot video.