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Nikon 55-200mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction

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Vibration Reduction: Nikon's VR (Vibration Reduction reduces the effects of camera shake, allowing hand-held shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, for dramatically sharper images.

Ed Glass Element: An ED ( Extra-low Dispersion) Glass element minimized chromatic aberration, contributing to superior optical performance.

Silent Wave Motor for Fast Quite AF: New compact rod-type Silent wave Motor ( SWM enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.

Focus Mode Switch: Enables quick-switching between A (Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus)

9-Blace Rounded Diaphragm: Provides more natural out-of-focus highlights

Includes Lens Hood, Soft Lens Case, Front and Rear Caps; Supplied with HB-34 Lens hood; CL-0815 soft Lens Case; LC-52 snap-on Front lens Cap; Lf-1 Rear Lens Cap.

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Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction Specifications
  • Focal Length: 55-200mm (approximates the picture angle characteristics of and 82- 300 lens in the 35mm format)
  • Maximum Aperture: f/4-5.6
  • Minimum Aperture: f/22-32
  • Picture Angle: 28 Degrees, 50 minutes(@55mm) to 8 degrees (@200mm) on (Nikon DX Format Sensor)
  • Lens Construction: 15 elements in 11 groups (with 1 ED glass element)
  • AF G-Type: AF Nikkor G-Type lenses feature a more compact design and include D-Type technology that provides the camera with precise distance information for more accurate flash and ambient light exposure processes
  • Format: DX Nikkor - Designed exclusively for use with Nikon DX format Digital SLR cameras
  • Minimum Shooting Distance: 3.6 feet through the entire zoom range
  • Filter/attachment size: 52mm
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 1:4.35
  • No. of diaphragm blades: 9 blades, rounded diaphragm.
  • Weight: (approx.) 11.8 oz.


- Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction
- LC-52 52mm snap-on front lens cap, LF-1 rear lens cap, HB-37 bayonet hood, CL-0918 flexible lens pouch.

Nikon 55-200mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction Reviews


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Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction
 
4.5

(based on 220 reviews)

99%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (141)
  • Easily interchangeable (130)
  • Lightweight (89)
  • Consistent output (87)
  • Durable (68)

Cons

  • Slow focus (10)
  • Heavy (7)
  • Weak casing (4)

Best Uses

  • General purpose (96)
  • Sports/action (79)
  • Wildlife (61)
  • Shooting outdoors (51)
  • Upgrade (51)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Enthusiast (70), Casual user (25), Parent (25), Tech savvy (23), Beginner (19)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (25), Yes (10)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 220 customers

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5.0

Love this Lens

By Shooter Pam

from Montana

About Me Photo Enthusiast

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Wildlife Photos

    Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

    Got a D3100 for my birthday. This is the perfect companion lens to go with. I live in an area with lots of wild life and it's nice to be able to shoot from a distance.

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    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    Perfect Lens

    By Kew girl

    from Orlando, FL

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Wildlife Photos

      Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

      This is now my go-to lens, as it gives me a lot more versatility. Next time I'm out shooting flowers, this is the only lens I'll pack.

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      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      nikon 55-200mm lense

      By miss j

      from kissimmee fl

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easily Interchangeable
      • Nice Bokeh
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Macro Photography
        • Weddings/Events

        Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

        This lense USA great investment.

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        • No

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        5.0

        I would buy this product again and again

        By Shell

        from NC

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easily Interchangeable
        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Indoors/Low Light
          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Macro Photography
          • Sports/Action

          Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

          I use this product to capture pictures of my son while he plays football and other sporting events. It's great for long range shots.

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          • Yes

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          Love this lens and the Ritz Camera Co.,

          By Fran

          from New York

          About Me Casual Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Consistent Output
          • Fast / accurate auto-focus
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Landscape/Scenery

            Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

            Love this camera and lens, would highly recomend it to a friend and family.

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            • Yes

            Comment on this review

             
            3.0

            Glad I got the vibration reduction

            By Barb

            from Elgin, Illinois

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easily Interchangeable
            • Lightweight
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

            • Slow Focus

            Best Uses

            • Landscape/Scenery
            • Sports/Action
            • Weddings/Events

            Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

            Great to have the auto-focus after using a manual lens for 2 years. Only downside is that when attempting a close up the auto-focus sometimes does not allow the shot - button sticks...workaround is to switch over to manual setting for that particular shot.

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            • No

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            5.0

            thrilled with pictures

            By BigMac

            from marietta, ga

            About Me Casual Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Consistent Output
            • Easily Interchangeable
            • Fast / accurate auto-focus
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Faces
              • Family Photos
              • Sports/Action

              Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

              easy to take closeups of my son's swim strokes.
              easy to take face pictures without the subjects knowledge...unposed

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              • Yes

              Comment on this review

               
              4.0

              Great Lens

              By richcsg

              from columbus ga

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easily Interchangeable
              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Sports/Action
                • Wildlife Photos

                Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

                Great lens to complete the Nikon D5100 kit.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                 
                4.0

                We love our new lens

                By Kay

                from St. Pauls, NC

                About Me Casual Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easily Interchangeable
                • Fast / accurate auto-focus

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Indoors/Low Light
                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Wildlife Photos

                  Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

                  We can now sit on the back porch and take close up pictures of the birds on our feeder.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                   
                  4.0

                  Nikon Lens

                  By Mimi

                  from Atlanta, GA

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Landscape/Scenery

                    Comments about Nikon 55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction:

                    The lens is great for long range shots, but I'm still trying to perfect the bokeh.

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                    • No

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