Nikon
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S — 70–200mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$2,599
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Viltrox
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
Nikon Z Mount
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z — 35mm f/1.2 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$1,099
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z is 3.9 years newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Wins
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ANIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- ANIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.1 ×)
- BAF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- BAF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- BAF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z has lower Length (109 mm vs 240 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareNIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
⌀81 × 240 mm
1360 g (3.00 lb / 47.97 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
⌀82 × 109 mm
920 g (2.03 lb / 32.45 oz)
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is 131mm longer and 1mm narrower than AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z.
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is 440 g heavier than AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.1 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 82 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 3 ED, 3 HR
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
109 mm vs 240 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
920 g vs 1360 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
35 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.