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Compact design with a versatile telephoto range

For those seeking an affordable, versatile all-in-one zoom lens for their DX-format DSLR camera, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55–200mm is a great choice. Its practical 55–200mm zoom range handles group shots, landscapes, portraits and more, while its telephoto capability brings everything closer. Plus, it delivers close-up shots at 200mm with a Maximum Reproduction Ratio (R:R) of 1/3.5x—great for macro-style shots of flowers, insects and more.

Key Features

Big versatility. Compact design.Powerful DX-format 3.6x zoom lensThe AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 55–200mm f/4-5.6G ED offers compact versatility with a powerful focal length range of 55-200mm designed exclusively for Nikon DX-format DSLRs. It’s an ideal 3.6x zoom lens for portraiture, sports or wildlife photography and an excellent companion to the AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED kit lens that may have come with your camera.
Greater shooting opportunitiesNikon-quality images every timeThe AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 55–200mm features advanced Nikon lens technologies that make capturing the views of your world easier than ever—even in trying conditions. That means more opportunities for creating great photos and videos and more opportunities for creativity.

Technology

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    Silent Wave Motor

    AF-S NIKKOR lenses feature Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM). This technology converts “traveling waves” into rotational energy to focus the optics. This enables high-speed autofocusing that's extremely accurate and super quiet.

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    ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass

    An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.

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    A-M

    A-M stands for Auto-Manual Mode. Thanks to a mechanism incorporated in the lens barrel, smooth focusing operation in Manual focus mode is realized in the same way as users have become accustomed to with conventional manual-focus lenses by adding an appropriate torque to the focus ring.

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Tech Specs

  • Focal Length Range

    Focal Length Range

    55 -200mm
  • Maximum Aperture

    Maximum Aperture

    f/4-5.6

  • Format

    DX
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)

    Yes
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)

    2.7 in.68 mmx3.1 in.79 mm
  • Approx. Weight

    Approx. Weight

    9 oz.255 g
  • Mount Type
    Nikon F-Bayonet
  • Focal Length Range
    55 -200mm
  • Zoom Ratio
    3.6x
  • Maximum Aperture
    f/4-5.6
  • Minimum Aperture
    f/22
  • Format
    DX
  • Maximum Angle of View (DX-format)
    28°50'
  • Minimum Angle of View (DX-format)
    8°
  • Maximum Reproduction Ratio
    0.29xx
  • Lens Constructions Elements
    13
  • Lens Construction Groups
    9
  • Compatible Format(s)
    DX, FX in DX Crop Mode
  • Diaphragm Blades
    9
  • Distance Information
    Yes
  • ED Glass Elements
    2
  • Super Integrated Coating
    Yes
  • Autofocus
    Yes
  • AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
    Yes
  • Minimum Focus Distance
    3.1 ft.(0.95m)
  • Focus Mode
    Auto, Manual
  • G-type
    Yes
  • Filter Size
    52mm
  • Accepts Filter Type
    Screw-on
  • Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length)
    2.7 in.68 mmx3.1 in.79 mm
  • Approx. Weight
    9 oz.255 g
  • Lens Type
    Zoom

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