The Nikon 120-300mm f/2.8E AF-S FL ED SR VR (far right) compared to the 24-70mm and 70-200mm lenses (Image credit: James Artaius / Digital Camera World) Verdict The Nikon 120-300mm f/2.8E AF-S FL ED SR VR is exactly what you expect from a professional lens with this price tag: it has no weaknesses and is outstandingly consistent in its performance. AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR Review: Updated Nikon standard zoom for press, weddings, portraits, and events Introduction With both the old $1797 Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G and the new $2397 Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E currently available in the Nikkor lineup, the latest version brings a number of feature updates. For me, works better on a full frame (e.g., D700 Nikon) rather than on half frames reviewed August 3rd, 2011 (purchased for $1,450) 10 out of 10 points and recommended by Shaurma (2 reviews) Nikon's newest AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR isn't any ordinary lens. Aside from the obvious addition of VR, the lens features a number of other features, including a new 82mm filter size and Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR ( FX and DX coverage, plastic 82mm filter thread, 37.6 oz./1,067 g, 1.3'/0.4 m close focus, $1,597 new or about $1,200 used ). enlarge. I got mine at Adorama; I'd also suggest getting it from B&H, from Amazon or from Crutchfield, or get it used if you know How to Win at eBay. The 24-70 has much better color rendition than the VR version as well. The VR version is slightly sharper in the corners, but you really have to stare at the corners to see it. Spend the money on the older 24-70 2.8. Save the $600 and put it towards something else! First and foremost, many folks (if not most) find 24mm far more useful than 28mm, especially for landscapes, nature and architecture. Secondly, the 24-70mm is a Nikon built 'S' lens. 'S' as in their highest quality level. You will find the corners wide open much sharper on the 24-70. The 28-75 is a re-purposed Tamron previous generation lens. The 16-80mm f/2.8-4E is Nikon’s latest mid-range zoom for the DX body cameras. Effectively, it’s the 24-120mm (equivalent) zoom for DX. We have a fair number of things to discuss about this new lens, starting with the E designation. That means that aperture control is now electronic; the lens has no aperture activation arm that mechanically Foto-info.si published a comparison with sample images between the old Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED and the new 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens. Here are some of the tests: Check out also this comparison between the Nikon 24-120mm f/4G ED VR and the new 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens: I will have a complete review of […] We sell Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR Nikkor Lens (82mm) $1379.0000 for the lowest prices anywhere. Shop 42nd Street Photo online 24/7 or visit our New York City camera store for the best prices on digital cameras, camcorders, audio and video electronics. r9PF.