The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 200mm f2G ED VR II and the Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon 200mm f2G ED VR II is the longer of the two lenses at 204mm. The Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR with a length of 203mm, is 1mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 124mm.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR weighs 2900g, 1% (30g) lighter than the Nikon 200mm f2G ED VR II's weight of 2930g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 200mm f2G ED VR II and the Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 200mm f2G ED VR II and the Nikon 200mm f2G ED-IF VR has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.0.