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Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Nikkor Zoom Lens (Black) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Nikon
Category: Photography
List Price: $199.95
Buy Refurbished: $106.50
You Save: $93.45 (47%)
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Avg. Customer Rating:  62 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): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 3.1 x 3.1 x 3.1
MPN: 2156
Model: 2156
UPC: 018208021567
EAN: 4960759024824
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Ultra-compact 3x zoom lens made exclusively for use with Nikon Digital SLR models | | • | 55-200mm focal length | | • | f4-5.6 maximum aperture | | • | Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare | | • | Silent Wave Motor |
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Product Description
With a zoom focal length that is comparable to 82mm to 300mm (in 35mm-film format), this 55-200mm Nikkor lens for Nikon D-series Digital SLR cameras offers a wide range of photo opportunities for portrait and for outdoor use. Its silent, superfast focus capabilities help make this lens a perfect partner for virtually all types of photography. Extremely compact, this lens offers trmendous advantages for the avid sports and wildlife photojournalist. AF Nikkor G-Type lenses feature more compact lens designs and include D-Type technology that provides the camera with precise distance information for flash and ambient light exposure processes Lens Construction - 13 elements in 9 groups (with 2 ED glass elements) DX Type - DX Nikkor is designed exclusively for use with Nikon Digital SLR models Minimum Focus Distance - 0.95m (3.1 ft.) Filter/Attachment Size - 52mm Included Accessories - LC-52 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-1 Rear Lens Cap, HB-34 Lens Hood, CL-0815 Soft Lens Case Focal Length - 55-200mm (35mm equivalent 82.5-300mm) Maximum Aperture - f/4-5.6 / Minimum Aperture - f/22-32 Weight - Approx. 255g (9 oz.) / Dimensions - Approx. 68mm x 79mm long (2.7 in. x 3.1 in.) Maximum Reproduction Ratio - 1 - 3.5
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| Customer Reviews: Read 57 more reviews...
 Don't expect a Mercedes for the price of a Hyundai- great lens for the price!! February 3, 2006
134 out of 141 found this review helpful
I bought this lens to complement the 18-55mm lens that came with my D50. The people who criticize this lens certainly have the right to their opinions but I don't feel they are keeping the price of the lens in perspective while reviewing the lens. One can spend thousands of dollars on a single Nikon lens. And to me, the fact that I can get a lens with great optics that's a little slow but is incredibly light for under $200 is nothing short of miraculous. If you would have told someone in 1968 that a lens of this quality would be available for such a low price, they would have laughed. Nikon is indeed the king of making lenses and they had made a lens that allows those that are beginners or who can't afford incredibly high priced lenses the ability to step into a very nice range lens with great optics for a pittance of what professional lenses cost. So what if it's a little slow? If I had the money, I guess I'd be spending $1500 on every lens but the fact is I don't have those resources and appreciate Nikon opening the door and letting me in on the fun too at a very reasonable price for a very reasonable quality lens. For those that dislike this lens, take it back and get a truly great lens for 10 times the price- they're available- no ones' stopping you- so why knock this lens down so badly? It services a certain market- those of us who want nice pictures but can't afford super fast super expensive lenses. These lenses are what they are. Quit all the whining and either just enjoy the lens for what it can do considering it's very low price or go out and buy that expensive lens that does everything you want it to. The super lenses are there for the buying. It's Not like they're not available and this is the only lens out there and Nikon is charging $700 dollars for it. I could understand some whining then. I got this lens on sale for $140. That's incredible. Enjoy this lens for all that it can do for such a reasonable price!
 DX 55-200 Not so good! December 24, 2005
78 out of 99 found this review helpful
Hi,
I'm taking off for some extended travel and thought I'd delve into the Nikon D50 package because it's so light weight and I wouldn't have to worry about film.
I did an exposure test on this lens with an evenly lit (.1 stop variation) test grid. Basically just black lines on a white background. The lens is absolutely horrible! There's a huge hot spot in the center of the lens with fall off towards the outside and the corners. At the same time I tested the 18-55 that came with the D50 package and also tested two other old lenses - a 300 Nikkor-H and a Nikkor 35-105. Every one did great except the 55-200. I contacted Nikon support because I thought I received a lemon but the tech support came back, after I sent him some jpegs, and told me that he did some tests with theirs and it looks basically the same!
I just received an email back from him stating:
(Quote) Dear Robert,
Through the testing that I have done with the exception of the distortion the exposure appears to be normal. The audience the lens is intended for is for entry level amateur photographers that are just starting in photography and cannot afford or are not sure they want to invest in higher quality Nikkor lenses. And with the use of the lens an entry level amateur would not need the uniform exposure of the lens. The only thing that we can do to correct the distortion is to service the lens. I apologize for the inconvenience. (End Quote)
"would not need the uniform exposure of the lens."???!!!!!
Yikes!
Incredible telephoto zoom lens July 2, 2005
69 out of 71 found this review helpful
Just got this lens for my Nikon D50, which I bought because it is smaller and lighter than the D70s. This lens is amazing; it's the same size as the D50 kit lens (18mm-55mm zoom) and the same weight. For someone like me who values carrying around the least weight possible, this is exactly the right lens. And from the test shots I've made it looks to be plenty sharp enough for my taste. Autofocus is fast and silent. It amazes me that Nikon lens technology has progressed so much to produce such a lightweight and quality lens.
Good, basic utility lens September 21, 2005
30 out of 30 found this review helpful
I bought a Nikon D70s body only and put together a range of coverage from 10mm through 500mm including the 55-200mm Autofocus Nikkor Zoom. It is, as most of the DX lenses, a plastic based barrel and is light enough to travel and easy to hand hold in most lighting situations. Although I have not had the lens that long, it seems to be fast focusing and sharp optically. If it holds up as well as it appears from other reviews I have read, the price makes it a good general usage lens. The plastic construction should not be held as a negative as it seems to be sturdy nonetheless. The manual/autofocus switch is easy to use and the lens shade bayonets in and also stores reversed by bayoneting as well. The mount is plastic but, unless you abuse your equipment, seems to seat well and does not appear to be a negative factor.
Review of Nikkor f/4-5.6G ED AF-S DX 55-200 mm lens August 16, 2005
26 out of 27 found this review helpful
This lens is a very good companion for the 18-70mm lens that came with the D-70 Nikon camera Kit. I would say it is a must for anyone who will be doing landscape or animal photography (such as birds or wild animals in natural habitat). The lens elements are well made, but the lens motor system is slow in focusing which could cause problems when following moving subjects. The other complaint is that the auto/manual switch on the case does not include the M/A function of the 18-70mm lens. When the camera body is switched to manual mode, the lens MUST be manually switched to manual mode also; if you forget, then the camera and lens will not function properly together.
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