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Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR [Vibration Reduction] Zoom Nikkor Lens | ![Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR [Vibration Reduction] Zoom Nikkor Lens](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Xedpi5HFL._SL160_.jpg) | Brand: Nikon
Category: Photography
List Price: $249.99
Buy Refurbished: $159.99
as of 3/15/2010 17:10 CDT details
You Save: $90.00 (36%)
New (16) Used (13) Refurbished (3) from $159.99
Seller: The Shutterbug
Rating:  306 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 3.6
Maximum Aperture: 4
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 55
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 3 x 2 x 2
MPN: 55-200mm VR
Model: 55-200mm VR
UPC: 018208021666
EAN: 0018208021666
ASIN: B000O161X0
Release Date: March 29, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| 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 Motor produces quick and quiet high-speed autofocusing; weighs 9 ounces | | • | Measures 2.7 inches in diameter and 3.1 inches long; 5-year warranty |
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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
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 If you get a copy that's not sharp @ 200mm, RETURN IT!!! March 11, 2010
Dr. Steve (Alabama)
Long story short, the first copy of this lens that I purchased was a real stinker (e.g., really BAD, at least by my standards). I returned it, believing that all the positive reviews I'd read might have been relative to offerings in this lens class from Canon, Pentax, Sony, etc.
Fast forward 2 years, I'm looking for a compact tele zoom lens for family vacations. Noticed that a reputable NYC retailer (starts with the letter "A") is selling Nikon factory refurbished copies of the lens for <$150. "What the heck", I said to myself, "that's a decent price for a vacation tele zoom". I received the lens today and took nearly a hundred test shots with my Nikon D5000.
The VERDICT: My refurbished copy of the 55-200 VR lens is tack sharp throughout the focal range (55-200mm), from wide open apertures to at least f/11, by which point the effects of lens diffraction will start to kick in with the 12 MP sensor of the D5000. There's a bit of a drop-off in sharpness at the borders at 55mm but not so from 100-200mm, at least at f/8.
The bottom line is that if you buy this lens and find that it produces anything less than excellent image quality (e.g., as in results reported here: [...]), RETURN IT and request another copy. Alternatively, if my experience is representative of the typical quality of Nikon refurbished lenses, I'd STRONGLY recommend that you consider saving $60-80 and buy one of these. You'll give up the 5-year Nikon extended warranty but can get a transferable 2-year warranty from SquareTrade for around $20.
Works great! March 6, 2010
Bannok23
Work as describe. Work on D40. Obviously not a prime lens. But, IMO, every photographer use Photoshop or similar.
Nikon 55-200 mm zoom lens March 4, 2010
David Owens (La Quinta, CA USA)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2JFNE40VPHVTQ Review of the nikon AF-S nikkor 55-200mm 1:4-5.6G ED
 Why ? February 26, 2010
G.S. Shutterbug (Amherst, MA. USA)
0 out of 7 found this review helpful
WHY DOES NIKON THE BRAND I HAVE BOUGHT FOR OVER FOURTY-FIVE YEARS,
THE MANUFACTURER THAT TOOK SUCH PRIDE IN THERE JAPANESE WORKMENSHIP,
FEEL IT's OK TO MANUFACTURE THEIR PRODUCT IN CHINA WHERE ALL THE CHEAP
STUFF COMES FROM? ---DISAPOINTED
Tremendo Lente de Nikon lo recomiendo 100%!!!!! es Excelente!! February 24, 2010
Carlos Bustamante V (Venezuela)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Este objetivo es nítido incluso con aberturas grandes, el VR (estabilizador de imagen) funciona muy bien, la velocidad del autofoco es más que aceptable (muy rápido), y es muy ligero y compacto. El hecho de que cueste menos de 225 dólares y ademas posea un VR eficaz es bastante sorprendente, ninguna otra compañía ofrece un lente con esta función a este precio.
En cuanto a la calidad de imagen, busque en los sitios de fotos blogs distintos de Internet, como dpreview y Nikonians y las fotos de muestra tomadas con este objetivo por los usuarios del lente y los resultados son impresionantes!
Le doy al lente 5 estrellas basándome en una combinación de calidad de la imagen, el valor, y lo portable de este objetivo.
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