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Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR Zoom Nikkor Lens
Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR Zoom Nikkor Lens
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Brand: Nikon
Category: Photography

List Price: $249.99
Buy New: $200.00
You Save: $49.99 (20%)
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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars(186 reviews)

Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 3.6
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 55
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 3 x 2 x 2

MPN: 2166
Model: 2166
UPC: 018208021666
EAN: 0018208021666
ASIN: B000O161X0

Release Date: March 29, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • 55-200mm zoon Nikkor lens with f/4-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras
  • 2 extra-low-dispersion (ED) glass elements for minimized chromatic aberration and superior optics
  • Super-integrated coating minimizes ghosting and flare for more vivid images in dim lighting
  • Silent Wave Monitor produces quick and quiet high-speed autofocusing; weighs 9 ounces
  • Measures 2.7 inches in diameter and 3.1 inches long; 5-year warranty

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED AF-S VR DX Zoom-Nikkor lens with 35mm equivalent of 82-300mm * Vibration Reduction allows in-focus shots with longer exposure times (up to three shutter speeds slower) * Silent Wave Motor for fast, quiet focusing * ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass lens element for superior optical performance * attachment/filter size: 52mm *

Amazon.com Product Description
The newest addition to Nikon's world-class Nikkor lens lineup, the DX Nikkor series was developed for professional and advanced amateur digital SLR users who demand high optical performance. This 55-200mm lens offers such features as two extra-low-dispersion (ED) glass elements for minimized chromatic aberration, an exclusive Silent Wave Monitor that allows for accurate and quiet high-speed autofocusing, and a nine-blade rounded diaphragm. And thanks to the 200mm maximum focal length and 3.6x zoom, you can shoot everything from close-up sports shots to national park wildlife without standing right next to your subject. Other details include a super-integrated coating that minimizes ghosting and flare; a nine-blade rounded diaphragm for more natural out-of-focus highlights; and a focus switch that lets you easily switch between autofocus (A) and manual (M) modes. All Nikon lenses carry a five-year warranty.

  • Focal length: 55-200mm
  • Maximum aperture: f/4-5.6
  • Minimum aperture: f/22-32
  • Picture angle (Nikon DX format sensor): 28 degrees (at 55mm) to 8 degrees (at 200mm)
  • Maximum reproduction ratio: 1:3.5
  • Lens construction: 13 elements in 9 groups (with 2 ED glass elements)
  • Lens drive: Silent Wave Monitor
  • Dx type: DX Nikkor (for use with Nikon digital SLR models)
  • Minimum focus distance: 3.1 feet
  • Filter/attachment size: 52mm
  • Included accessories: LC-52 snap-on front lens cap, LF-1 rear lens cap, HB-34 lens hood, CL-0815 lens case
  • Dimensions: 2.7 inches in diameter, 3.1 inches long
  • Weight: 9 ounces



Customer Reviews:   Read 181 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Nice!   October 2, 2008
Very sharp lens, smooth zoom, light, a great lens that goes with nikon's d40, d40x, and d60 :)


3 out of 5 stars Slow, but considering the price it's not bad at all.   September 18, 2008
I was quite disappointed with the auto-focus of this lens coz it's slow, but considering that it's cheap, it's not bad at all.


5 out of 5 stars Totally love it!   August 30, 2008
  1 out of 1 found this review helpful

There are so many good reviews already, I just wanted to say again what a great lens this is! I take pictures of my baby with it all the time, and can't believe how well this lens performs.


5 out of 5 stars Nikon 55-200mm VR   August 29, 2008
No complaints, I use it in addition to the 18-55 that came with my d40x.



5 out of 5 stars No Brainer   August 29, 2008
  2 out of 2 found this review helpful

This lens is a no brainer. The value for your dollar spent is very high. This is not the sharpest tele lens on the market, but to get a significant improvement one would need to spend nearly 10 times the amount I paid direct from Amazon. Even at full retail price this lens is a great buy. Getting it at a very nice discount is icing on the cake.

I'm more of a wide angle shooter so a tele lens is just something extra to have available for specific events. It's not my walk around lens, but I have taken nice shots of the kids at the 55 mark. If you have no intention of getting Nikon's 18-200 then this is the one.

As a side note...make sure you buy from an authorized dealer (Amazon is authorized) or you may not get the 5 year warranty coverage. Amazon doesn't always broker merchandise through authorized dealers so make sure you know who you are buying from before you hit that last button. Amazon really did a nice job on this order. Arrived NEXT DAY even though I only paid for 2 day shipping.



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