From Digital Camera World · · 1m 30s
Japan's favorite 70-200mm lens is now discontinued
The Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S dominates Japanese camera resale markets even after being replaced by its successor.
In brief
The Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S dominates Japanese camera resale markets even after being replaced by its successor. The Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S remains the most-traded 200mm zoom lens in Japan despite discontinuation, showing strong demand for premium telephoto glass. Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
Japan's top-traded zoom lens
The Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is the most-traded zoom lens in the 200mm category at Japanese marketplace Minna Camera during the first half of 2026.
“Probably the best 70-200mm zoom in the world. Ever.”
Now discontinued, replaced by Mark II
The lens has been discontinued following the arrival of its successor, the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II, yet it remains the top-ranked product in its category.
200mm lenses dominate zoom trades
Zoom lenses reaching 200mm or longer account for 51.2% of all zoom-lens transactions, with 200mm being the single most common telephoto-end category at 17.9% of trades.
Other popular zoom categories
Zoom lenses covering up to 70mm make up 15% of trades with the Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G leading, while 400mm lenses account for 12.5% with the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM on top.
Built for mirrorless performance
The Z 70-200mm features 21 elements in 18 groups, fast and quiet autofocus, and built-in optical vibration reduction, delivering sharper images than its DSLR predecessor.
“It's a fabulous lens that's destined to become an instant classic”
Still available in UK market
While US stock is empty, UK retailers still offer the lens brand-new, with prices around 1,949 to 2,379 British pounds and discounts available at some shops.
The big picture
The Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S remains the most-traded 200mm zoom lens in Japan despite discontinuation, showing strong demand for premium telephoto glass.
