The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED 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 AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR is the longer of the two lenses at 203mm. The Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II with a length of 197mm, is 6mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II's 87mm diameter.
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 AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR weighs 1430g, 4% (70g) lighter than the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II's weight of 1500g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II and the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Sony 70-200mm F2.8 G SSM II has the Sony Alpha lens mount whereas the Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony A99 II, Sony A68 and Sony A77 II for the Sony Alpha Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
70-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
