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AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED

This 3.6x zoom, designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format, features Nikon’s VR image stabilization and is perfect for portraits and action.

AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED 2166
Where to buy AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED 2166

Award Winner

American Photo Editor’s Choice 2007 Award

Supplied Accessories

LC-52 52mm snap-on front lens cap; LF-1 rear lens cap;

Key Features

  • Versatile and compact 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR brings the action to the photographer. Ideal for portraiture, family, sports, nature and wildlife.
  • Nikon's VR (Vibration Reduction) reduces the effects of camera shake, allowing hand-held shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than would be possible for dramatically sharper images.
  • An ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element minimizes chromatic aberration, contributing to superior optical performance.
  • New compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SW) enables ultra-high speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.
  • Focus mode switch enables quick switching between A (Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus).
  • The lens is constructed with 15 elements in 11 groups.
  • 7-blade rounded diaphragm provides more natural out-of-focus highlights.

Tech Specs

  • 55-200mm
    Focal Length Range
     
  • 3.6x
    Zoom Ratio
     
  • 4-5.6
    Maximum Aperture
     
  • 22-32
    Minimum Aperture
     
  • Yes
    Autofocus
     
  • Yes
    AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
     
  • DX
    FX in DX Crop Mode
    Compatible Format(s)
     
  • Yes
    Vibration Reduction
     
  • Yes
    Distance Information
     
  • Yes
    ED Glass Elements
     
  • Yes
    Super Integrated Coating
     
  • Yes
    Internal Focusing
     
  • 3.6 ft. (1.1m)
    Minimum Focus Distance
     

  • Maximum Angle of View
     
  •     28°50´
    Minimum Angle of View
     
  • 15
    Lens (Elements)
     
  • 11
    Lens (Groups)
     
  • 1:4.3
    Maximum Reproduction Ratio
     
  • 2.9x2.9in. (Diameter x Length)
    3.9x99.5mm (Diameter x Length)
    Dimensions
     
  • 11.8oz. (335g)
    Weight
     
  • Nikon F-Bayonet
    Mount Type
     
  • Screw-on
    Accepts Filter Type
     
  • 52mm
    Filter Size
     
  • 52mm
    Lens Attachment Size
     
  • CL-0918
    Lens Case
     
  • HB-37
    Lens Hood
     
  • LC-52 52mm snap-on front lens cap; LF-1 rear lens cap;
    Supplied Accessories
     

Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

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Awards & Reviews

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Award Winner

American Photo Editor’s Choice 2007 Award

The editors of American Photo and Popular Photography recently presented the Nikon AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED lens with an American Photo Editor's Choice 2007 Award. Editor Russell Hart named the lens one the ten best digital SLR lenses of the year. Of the ten lenses featured, the versatile Nikon 55-200mm lens was named the "best buy." Hart was amazed with the excellent picture quality produced by the lens and the strong vibration reduction feature. He called the Nikon 55-200mm lens, a lens that gives a lot, yet is still very affordable.