The just announced Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR lens is currently available for pre-order at B&H, Amazon and Adorama. Here are the key features & specifications of the new lens:

Compact and lightweight, FX-format compatible telephoto zoom lens covering focal-length range from 70 to 200 mm for superior mobility

Nano Crystal Coat effectively reduces ghost and flare

VR (Vibration Reduction) minimizes camera shake by offering the equivalent of a shutter speed approximately five stops faster (under Nikon's test conditions)

Silent Wave Motor (SWM) realizes quiet AF operation

Two focus modes are available – A/M (autofocus with manual override, AF priority) and M (manual focus)

Minimum focus distance of 1.0 m/3.3 ft

AF is possible even with 2x teleconverters when attached to f/8-compatible body

Focal length 70-200mm Maximum aperture f/4 Minimum aperture f/32 Lens construction 20 elements in 14 groups (including three ED glass elements and HRI lens element) Angle of view 34°20' - 12°20' (22°50' - 8° with Nikon DX format) Minimum focus distance 1.0 m/3.3 ft (from focal plane) Maximum reproduction ratio 0.274x No. of diaphragm blades 9 (rounded) Filter-attachment size 67mm Diameter x length

(distance from camera lens mount flange) Approximately 78.0 x 178.5 mm/3.1 x 7.0 in. Weight Approximately 850 g/30.0 oz. Supplied accessories 67 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-67, Rear Lens Cap LF-4, Bayonet Hood HB-60, Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1225

Nikon 70-200 f/4 lens design:



Nikon 70-200 f/4 lens MTF chart (wide/tele):