Rendering the lens more usable in more situations, a revised optical design gives way to Nikon's lightest 70-200mm f/2.8 lens ever. This version II lens is 0.5" shorter and weighs 26% less than the previous generation.
This version II lens weighs 2.2 lb without the foot or protective cover attached, which is noticeably lighter than the 3 lb weight of the former generation. When the protective cover is installed, the lens weighs 2.3 lb; when the tripod foot is installed, it weighs 2.6 lb.
When paired with the 24-70mm f/2.8 S II lens, the combined total weight savings is over 1 lb compared to the first-generation zooms.
This version II lens weighs 2.2 lb without the foot or protective cover attached, which is noticeably lighter than the 3 lb weight of the former generation. When the protective cover is installed, the lens weighs 2.3 lb; when the tripod foot is installed, it weighs 2.6 lb.
When paired with the 24-70mm f/2.8 S II lens, the combined total weight savings is over 1 lb compared to the first-generation zooms.
 
In addition to benefitting the size and weight of the lens, the updated optical design also realizes improved image quality, higher resolution, better flare resistance, and smoother bokeh.