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Brand | Nikon |
Focal Length Description | F= 4 ~5.6 f=55 ~ 200 mm |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Compatible Mountings | Nikon F (DX) |
Camera Lens Description | 200 millimetres |
About this item
- 55-200mm zoom Nikon 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
- Silent Wave Motor produces quick and quiet high-speed autofocusing; weighs 9 ounces
- Measures 2.7 inches in diameter and 3.1 inches long; 1-year warranty
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Auto focus | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.2 | — | — | 4.9 |
Picture quality | 4.6 | 5.0 | 4.8 | — | — | 4.9 |
Sold By | Global Camera USA | Minty Gadgets (we track serial numbers) | TEKlinq | Minty Gadgets (we track serial numbers) | U.S.Refurbs | Global Camera USA |
lens type | Telephoto | Zoom lens | Zoom | Zoom lens | Telephoto Zoom Lens | Telephoto |
compatible mountings | Nikon F (DX) | Nikon F | Nikon DX | Nikon F | Nikon F | Nikon F |
lens design | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom | Zoom |
focus type | Micro-type ultrasonic | Auto Focus | Micro-type ultrasonic | Ring-type ultrasonic | Auto Focus | Auto/Manual |
minimum focal length | 55 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 55 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 55 millimeters | 55 millimeters |
max focal length | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters |
fixed focal length | 200 millimeters | 400 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters | 200 millimeters |
model name | 2166 | 2208 | 2166 | — | 2156 | 2156 |
max aperture | — | 4.5 f stop | 4 f stop | 4 f stop | 4 f stop | — |
From the manufacturer
This versatile and compact 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR lens 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
- Focus mode switch enables quick switching between A (Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus)
- 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
- New compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SW) enables ultra-high speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation
- The lens is constructed with 15 elements in 11 groups
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Product Dimensions | 3.94 x 2.87 x 2.87 inches |
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Item Weight | 11.8 ounces |
ASIN | B000O161X0 |
Item model number | 2166 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #80 in SLR Camera Lenses |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 17, 2003 |
Manufacturer | Nikon |
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Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR [Vibration Reduction] Zoom Nikkor Lens. What’s in the box: Nikon AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Lens, 52mm Snap-On Lens Cap, LF-1 Rear Lens Cap for F Mount Lenses and 1-Year Warranty.
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Customers like the sharpness, zoom, image quality, and portability of the lens. For example, they say it's sharp for all outdoor photography, has an excellent depth of field, and produces great and vibrant photos. Some appreciate the quality of the product, saying it' s excellent and makes a good portrait lens. As for portability, they mention it''s extremely light and easy to lug around all day. That said, opinions are mixed on the value and performance of the camera lens.
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Customers generally like the quality of the lens. They say that the quality is excellent, and it makes a good portrait lens. The 55-100mm sharpness is very, and the 200mm is a great starter lens. It's an excellent choice for a new photographer who needs a fairly long zoom, but can't afford a heavy lens.
"...It is a high quality item - the quality of the plastics used is good, and it is put together well enough to function as well as it does, after all,..." Read more
"This is a great all around lens for everyday photography. Came packaged well and delivered promptly." Read more
"...Amazing lens and a wonderful, wonderful place to start with photography." Read more
"Another quality product from Nikon at a super price! Recommend this seller to all." Read more
Customers like the value of the camera lens. They mention that it is a low-cost solid performer for serious hobbyists and a very cheap 200mm lens.
"...This lens is the best bang for the buck of any lens I have ever purchased: I paid less for this lens than my friend paid in sales tax on the last..." Read more
"...CONCLUSION: great, great lens for its price. It's even better if you just bought an 18-55mm and you're looking for your first zoom lens." Read more
"The 55-200 VR is a remarkably light, inexpensive, and GOOD lens...." Read more
"...It's an excellent performer all around at rock-bottom prices...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the lens. They mention that it produces great and vibrant photos, with crystal clear clarity and sharpness. Thebokeh is pretty decent, and the color and contrast are great. The lens is great for any daylight photography, and is a fantastic piece of glass.
"...It is sharp, has fast autofocus and I can take sharp, beautiful handheld images with ease at 200mm with this lens. VR is for real!..." Read more
"...negligible, pictures are sharp (especially around the center), bokeh is beautiful, and I haven't noticed much chromatic aberrations or vignetting...." Read more
"...When used for candid or portrait shots, the zoom makes beautifully rendered shallow depth-of-field shots..." Read more
"...Contrast makes images look striking no matter the size they are displayed at, whereas minor sharpness issues are only really important for large..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the lens. They say that the VR works adequately, they're pretty pleased with the results, and it's an excellent performer all around at rock-bottom prices. They also mention that it works well as a standard zoom lens and that it performs beautifully for them. They further say that it' ok for most situations and that they can feel the advantage of VR, and that the lens works very well for portraits and close-up photography.
"...It works very well for portraits and close-up photography, so I keep it on my D3100 most of the time now...." Read more
"...In short, I love this lens.It works well as a standard zoom lens...." Read more
"...It really works, very well, and you will get shots with it that you would never have a chance of getting without it...." Read more
"...It's an excellent performer all around at rock-bottom prices...." Read more
Customers like the sharpness of the lens. They say that it's sharp for all outdoor photography, and is superior to the kit lens in sharpness. It is light, well-built, and colors are vivid. Some say that the lens is almost magic in that you can take sharp photos in dim light. Overall, most are satisfied with the sharp quality of the product.
"...It is sharp, has fast autofocus and I can take sharp, beautiful handheld images with ease at 200mm with this lens. VR is for real!..." Read more
"...the two, as money is an object for most of us and this is still a very fine lens. I'm looking forward to many more beautiful images from this lens." Read more
"...which in my view includes reasonable weight, VR, good sharpness across their range, and good focus performance...." Read more
"...+ Image quality is excellent. The lens is sharp with no particularly nasty characteristics, and no distortion that can't be fixed by your average..." Read more
Customers like the zoom of the camera lenses. They mention that it's a great zoom, with tight and smooth manual focus, excellent depth of field, and a nice focal length. The zoom ring is well-damped, and not prone to creeping. Customers are also impressed with the magnification and clarity of the pictures they take with the lens.
"...Thus, the ~11x zoom is quite impressive...." Read more
"...+ Precise build and functional, tactile controls. The zoom ring is well damped, not prone to creeping, and turns with a great degree of precision..." Read more
"...The auto-focus is decently fast and quiet, the zoom range makes it great for anything from portraits to capturing subjects from afar, and the..." Read more
"...it's not much longer than the 18-55mm Nikon kit lens, and the zoom action is smooth...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the camera lenses. They mention that it is extremely light as a result of all-plastic construction, and it is easier to lug around all day.
"...whole package of desirable features, which in my view includes reasonable weight, VR, good sharpness across their range, and good focus performance...." Read more
"...PROS+ It's thoroughly manageable to carry. This lens is ridiculously light and reasonably compact for a telephoto zoom...." Read more
"...that's to be expected and it is part of the reason that the lens is so light...." Read more
"...longer than the earlier 55-200mm non-VR DX lens, but is still extremely light as a result of all-plastic construction, including the lensmount...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the autofocus of the camera lenses. Some mention that it's better than their SP Di II Tamron, it' s fast, precise, and quiet, and it helps keep their shots in focus when they snap the shot. Others say that it can be slow to focus under non-optimal shooting conditions, and the minimum focus is about two meters.
"...It is sharp, has fast autofocus and I can take sharp, beautiful handheld images with ease at 200mm with this lens. VR is for real!..." Read more
"...Zooming in all the way, it is tricky to get sharp focus 100% of the time, as it would be for any zoom lens, but with VR (vibration reduction)..." Read more
"...It adds quicker and better manual focusing, with a distance scale (but no depth-of-field scale) and immediate manual-focus over-ride; much faster AF..." Read more
"...The Price!Things I don't like:Lens can be slow to focus under non-optimal shooting conditions, even with AF illumination...." Read more
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Slightly longer version of my review: When I bought my D3100 9 months ago, I tried a 55-200 in the camera store. The demo lens was not impressive as it creaked nonstop on the camera body and I was not thrilled with a plastic lens mount on a relatively large lens, so I decided to get a Tamron 70-300 instead. The Tamron is a fine lens for the money, had a metal mount and is fully capable of hand-held shooting at 70mm, but there is no way I can take a sharp image at 200mm or 300mm without a tripod or monopod. So I decided it would be nice to have another tele lens that I could actually use handheld. When I saw that Amazon was selling the 55-200 VR for $149 with a free UV filter and free shipping, I decided that for such little money, I would take a chance on this lens and buy myself a Xmas present, so I got the Nikkor.
To my pleasant surprise, the lens I received does not creak at all. It is sharp, has fast autofocus and I can take sharp, beautiful handheld images with ease at 200mm with this lens. VR is for real! The quality of construction is better than I remembered on the demo lens and the plastic lens mount, while certainly not my first choice, is acceptable for the ridiculously low price I paid. I treat all my camera equipment with great care - but the occasional accident does happen. I recently dropped my Panasonic LX-3 from a height of 4 feet on to a cement floor. Luckily, it was in its case and sustained zero damage. I doubt that dropping a DSLR with this lens from the same distance would result in no damage.
I highly recommend this lens at the current price of $149 - it really is an incredible deal at that price point!
Update: Now that I have been shooting with this lens for close to 6 months, I am even more impressed with it now than initially. It works very well for portraits and close-up photography, so I keep it on my D3100 most of the time now. I even won a photography contest using this lens to shoot cherry blossoms. This lens is the best bang for the buck of any lens I have ever purchased: I paid less for this lens than my friend paid in sales tax on the last lens he purchased! Highly recommended.
1. Painfully slow (aperture of 4)
2. Slow AF - it takes just a slight but noticeable second longer to auto focus compared to an average lens (55-200 is not exactly ideal for shooting sports, especially if you're using it with D40/D40x/D60).
3. Build quality - the first impression of this lens is that it feels and weighs super cheap... probably because it is. Light weight is not necessarily a bad thing, though it does take away the enthusiasm when you wait a week for your lens to come to find out that it feels and looks cheap. But on the bright side, with all else being equal, lighter is (almost always) better and convenient.
The only real annoying problem out of the three is the aperture, so my advise: get a flash. This obviously isn't a complete "solution" but hey, if you don't have one, you need one anyways. If you have one, then you shouldn't have problems exposing the pictures correctly despite the low aperture. If you have a problem with slow AF and cheap build quality, just live with it. AF isn't all that slow.
Besides from these problems, everything else is great - I really didn't expect such a great quality from a 200 dollar lens. Barrel distortion is negligible, pictures are sharp (especially around the center), bokeh is beautiful, and I haven't noticed much chromatic aberrations or vignetting. It's got Vibration reduction that allows me to shoot about 2 stops lower (may be add another 1/3 more), it's got IF which is somewhat useless but cool to have because the size of the lens doesn't change as you focus. I mean, for 200 dollars, what more do you want?
If you want to look for other options, you're probably looking at 18-200mm VR (about $650). Now, in my opinion, 18-200mm isn't all that great because it has a lot of distortion at 18mm, it's not very sharp around the edges and you may become annoyed with the lack of friction as you carry it around. Although there's no way to beat the convenience of 18-200mm, I would argue that the quality of 55-200 is better, at about 1/3 the cost ($210). If you're lazy or if you want to backpack in Europe with minimal equipment, then 18-200 would be your choice. But if you you want better pictures at lower cost, 55-200mm is the way to go. If you have money to burn? then well, you're a lucky bastard.
70-200mm is in a league that is completely different than 55-200, so it's not even worth mentioning. The 70-300mm VR ($479) seems like a good choice, especially if you bought the 18-70mm ($310)lens to begin with. But since I have yet to use a 70-300mm, I shall not compare it to the 55-200mm.
CONCLUSION: great, great lens for its price. It's even better if you just bought an 18-55mm and you're looking for your first zoom lens.
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Ovviamente bisogna valutare bene quale siano i propri temi(fotografici ) preferiti e quanto tempo libero si ha a disposizione per immortalarli!
Proprio così...il tempo libero a disposizione è importante perché ti orienta verso una spesa più o meno gravosa!
Questo obiettivo costa davvero nulla per la resa che ha e per la discreta versatilità delle scene...ottimo per i ritratti con uno "sfumato" dello sfondo davvero entusiasmante,e, in condizioni di buona luce,diaframmando si ottengono foto molto ben definite su tutto l'inquadratura!
È vero che non ha una grande apertura per cui non si può definire un obiettivo luminoso, ma "smanettando" con la compensazione esposizione e diminuendo di pochi stop il tempo di esposizione si ottengono foto davvero ottime!
A tutte le escursioni focali,grazie al VR, non si ha paura di niente e si può tranquillamente fotografare un dettaglio in cima a un palazzo senza che ne venga compromesso il dettaglio!
È un accessorio che bisogna assolutamente avere nel corredo! P.s. essendo un medio tele è ottimo anche per la fotografia naturalistica,qualche bel macro/Micro di un fiore,insetto strambo :) etc...
Ottimo acquisto,sono super soddisfatto da Nikon e Amazon (4 giorni prima della consegna stimata)
En ce qui concerne la qualité, bon c'est un f/4-5.6 donc on ne peut pas s'attendre à avoir les mêmes images que lorsqu'on a un objectif avec une plus grande ouverture... Mais le prix n'est pas le même ^^ En outre, le stabilisateur permet d'éviter (un petit peu) certains flous de bougé.
Je compte l'utiliser sur un D3100 et un D7100, bien que je préfère utiliser mon sigma 17-50 f/2.8 sur le D7100 ;)