A:Answer The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens listed here is the latest generation of the 70-200mm f/2.8 constant aperture zoom lens and has Nikon VR image stabilization that allows it to have up to approximately 4.0 stops. VR image stabilization technology allows for hand-holding the camera at up to four stops slower to lesson the chance for handshake blurring. In addition, this lens also has an Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism, a High Refractive Index Lens, a non-stick Fluorine coat and weather-sealing design. This all new design allows you to capture images in a wide-variety of extreme situations. To learn more about how to read a lens check out the following article: http://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/a/tips-and-techniques/how-to-read-your-nikkor-lens-barrel.html