In fact, when the Nikon F-mount 70-200mm f/2.8E FL came out in 2016, we praised it for its relatively light weight compared to prior 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses. While standards have risen in recent years (partly Nikon’s own doing thanks to their excellent and lightweight Z lenses), the fact remains that the Z 70-200mm f/2.8’s weight is
Next-best is a plate with a flat rubber surface like the plain 200PL. The "pro" plate that comes with the head looks completely inappropriate to use with the 70-200's tripod foot. It's made to attach to the large, flat bottom of a camera body, not a lens tripod foot. When using a plate with a single screw, choose whichever socket on the footAt f2.8 it’s great on the the 12MP 5D, acceptable on the 5DIII and a bit rough around the edges on the 5DSR. The Nikon f2.8E FL is very sharp from f2.8 on both a Z6 (24MP) and a D4 (just 16MP). Focusing of course is faster on the newer Nikon lens which is an advantage for sport action and servo focus.
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