Nikon Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Zoom Lensf/4 to 5.6 - MPN: 2166 See Product Details
$246.95 - $274.32
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Items In SLR Lenses You Might Be Interested InProduct Details of Nikon Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Zoom LensDescription This versatile and compact 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR brings the action to the photographer. Ideal for portraiture, family, sports, nature and wildlife. An ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element minimizes chromatic aberration, contributing to superior optical performance. 7-blade rounded diaphragm provides more natural out-of-focus highlights. Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture. Quick Glance Camera Mount: Nikon Digital SLR Cameras Lens Type: Zoom Max Focal Length: 200 mm Max Aperture: f/ 4 (Wide), f/ 5.6 (Tele) Summary Product Title: Nikon Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Zoom Lens Manufacturer: Nikon Lowest Price: $246.95 Power Score: 4.3 | 16 Reviews Usage Information Compatible Camera Mount: Nikon Digital SLR Cameras Lens Type: Zoom Optics Min Focal Length: 55 mm Max Focal Length: 200 mm Max Aperture: f/ 4 (Wide), f/ 5.6 (Tele) Min Focus Distance: 3.5 ft Filter Size Supported: 52 mm Image Stabilization: Optical Other Features Included Components: Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Zoom Lens LC-52 52mm snap-on front lens cap LF-1 rear lens cap HB-37 bayonet hood CL-0918 flexible lens pouch Image Stabilization: Optical Lens Features Max Aperture: f/ 4 (Wide), f/ 5.6 (Tele) Physical Specifications Dimensions: 3.90" Length x 2.90" Diameter Diameter: 2.9 in Length: 3.9 in Weight: 11.80 oz Warranty Warranty Information: 5 Year Limited Warranty More Info URL: Manufacturer Link Dimensions Weight: 11.80 oz General URL: Manufacturer Link Dimensions: 3.90" Length x 2.90" Diameter Weight: 11.80 oz Warranty Information: 5 Year Limited Warranty Reference Warranty Information: 5 Year Limited Warranty URL: Manufacturer Link Additional Specifications Lens Construction: 15 Elements in 11 Groups Reviews on Nikon Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Zoom Lens
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ddkim2k
- Jul 6, 2007
Nikon 55-200mm DX VR LensStrengths: VR works perfectly. Sharpness, Price, Compactness/lightness Weakness: Plastic mounting I just got this lens and I am very impressed with it. I'm using this lens on a D80 and I've tried it several different conditions, and it's given excellent results every time. The VR really works, and focusing speed is fast enough. I am glad Nikon made this lens and made it affordable. Highly recommended!
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aurum
- May 22, 2007
55-200mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S VR DX Zoom-Nikkor LensStrengths: range, precision made Weakness: haven't been able to determine any Just recently purchased D80 camera. Needed lens that would cover picture taking of my son playing soccer & baseball as well as nature shots. As a tyro I think the pix's turned out real well. See for yourselves.
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goeggnet
- Oct 22, 2007
Superb "VR" 55-200mm DX IF-ED lensStrengths: Vibration reduction (VR), light weight, price, 52mm front threads.. Weakness: Plastic-made.. This is an amazing lens!! The vibration reduction (VR) significantly improves clearness of the photos while the shutter speed is 1/8 sec (probably also great +/- 2 stops). Two sample photos are provided, taken with 1/8 sec. It is light weight, therefore convenient for travel. 52mm from threads reduce the cost on filters. A superb lens sub USD 250. The only thing I would complain is the feeling of...
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gina4xoxoxo
- Nov 27, 2007
55-200 VR... LOVE This Lens!!Strengths: Crisp, tack-sharp pictures; quiet; CHEAP; solid build; comes with hood and nice padded lens bag; produces nice bokeh; fast focus Weakness: Wish it were faster/wider aperture, but hey, that's why it's $200, not $1200! I LOVE this lens. The quality of the pics it produces is surprisingly good given the price. It's pretty sharp throughout the entire range. The VR works INCREDIBLY well! I have a couple shots at ISO 1600 (no flash) wide open at 1/15" that are pretty dang clear. You can see some on my Flickr page (www.flickr.com/photos/gina4xoxoxo). Look at the pic of the dog named Chumo. The quality of that pic...
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aappllee
- Dec 10, 2007
Large range for making up the D40 kitStrengths: well-built, solid and reliable Weakness: I've not found... VR is good to have on the long end when no tripod is available, great warranty support from Nikon. The VR system works very very good, which can make up for the slow speed of this lens. I can hand hold racked out to 200mm at 1/80. If you don't need speed for sports or shallow depth of field, this is a highly recommendend lens, no doubt on it.
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pinkie31
- Nov 30, 2007
NIKON VR ZOOM LENSStrengths: light weight, good price, and best of all VR works great!! Weakness: none yet I purchased this NIKON VR ZOOM LENS for NIKON D40. I tried to take pictures with and without VR, and the result is just impressive. Its VR works perfectly!! I just love this one!!
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cliffrouse11baseball
- Dec 14, 2007
Nikon 55-200mm VR Lens DXStrengths: VR, Sharp, great photo quality, and light. Weakness: Plastic Mount, not great in low light situations. Great lens for the price. Can't anyone beat a lens at this price range with Vibration Reduction. Very great photos, just not great in low light situations, which is very understandable giving the price range. Cant beat it for the price.
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Samsonnguyen
- Jun 18, 2009
Nice lensStrengths: Good deal, light weight, fast focus, and solid Weakness: None I bought it from buydig.com. This website is trustable. I have Nikon D5000 comes with lens 18-55mm RV. Now, I got this lens (55-200mmRV), become a complete set for me to travel.
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theinmoe
- Feb 25, 2008
Great Lens!Strengths: Fast Auto-Focus, Image Stabilization Weakness: focus hunts a bit in low light, plastic casing I purchased this lens with the 18-70mm lens that came with my Nikon D40 camera. It is lighter and smaller. I really like the VR, it is possible to take a photograph from a moving vehicle.
productwiki.com - Dec 2, 2011
Nikon AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
The Nikon AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED is a mid-grade external camera lens designed to provide average consumers a higher zooming lens for action and portrait photography. The NIKKOR 55-200mm lens features auto-focus (AF) and manual focus (M) mode options with the ability to switch rapidly between the two modes. The 55-200mm lens also includes a 3.6x optical zoom ratio, an... Top
testseek.com - Aug 2, 2010
Nikon AF-S DX VR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Nikkor
Testseek.com has collected 7 expert reviews for Nikon AF-S DX VR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Nikkor and the average expert rating is 76 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions. Top
bestcovery.com - Jan 15, 2009
Best Nikon General Purpose and Travel Lens
Bestcovery experts have rated the Nikon 55-200mm AF-S DX VR IF-ED Zoom-Nikkor Lens as a best pick for the Best Nikon General Purpose and Travel Lens. Bestcovery's experts recommend the best products and services for a particular need based on extensive research and evaluations. Click below to see Bestcovery's full review of this product. Top
cameralabs.com - Aug 1, 2007
Camera Labs – Nikkor DX 55-200mm VR review
The Nikkor DX 55-200mm VR is one of the best value lenses around right now for Nikon DSLRs. It’s compact, light and perfectly complements the DX 18-55mm kit lens, extending the effective range to 300mm for useful telephoto coverage. The addition of Vibration Reduction effectively reduces camera shake and in order to support AF on its entry-level DSLRs, Nikon’s had to equip the lens with a... TopSponsored Links
 
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best vr zoom lens for its price
Strengths: 1 - light (lighter than 18-70) 2 - slow focus, feels slower than AF-S (50 f/1.8), but more accurate (compared to 50 f/1.8), focused correctly with first try 3 - nice kit lens feel
Weakness: made in china.. but can't complain with its features and price!
This is a godsend light weight zoom lens, due to VR (Vibration Reduction), you can be free of tripod to take casual pictures at home or when you travel. With 18-55 Kit and this, I only need SB400 and sigma 30mm F1.4 to complete my Nikon D40 lens set. The pictures and memories you shot with this zoom lens are priceless, go for it if you are still hesitating.