DxOMark just tested the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II lens. Tested on the Nikon D800, this lens got a DxOMark score 29, current the best 70-200mm lens for Nikon. It is one point higher than the recent released AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/4G ED VR.
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II vs Nikon AF-S VR 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED vs Nikon AF-S 70-200 f/4G ED VR
And recommened 70-200mm lenses for Nikon D800 updated, as the AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II is the best.
| Lens | DxOMark Score | Buy Now |
| AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II | 29 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR | 28 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED | 26 | – |
| Tamron SP AF 70-200mm F2.8 Di LD (IF) MACRO | 26 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
| Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM | 25 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama |
From DxOMark AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II Review
If your photography demands a medium telephoto zoom with a fast maximum aperture that will deliver across the board, but particularly at 200mm, and your budget holds no bounds, go get yourself a Nikon 70-200mm f2.8G ED VR II. It’s one hell of a lens.