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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II Lens

BH #NI5520045 • MFR #20050
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II Lens
Key Features
  • F-Mount Lens/DX Format
  • 82.5-300mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/4 to f/32
  • One Extra-Low Dispersion Element
Long reach in a sleek form factor, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II from Nikon is an 82.5-300mm-equivalent telephoto zoom for DX-format cameras. Well-suited to landscapes, sports, and portraiture, this lens's optical design incorporates one extra-low dispersion element for clear, accurate rendering and reduced color fringing. A Super Integrated Coating helps to minimize flare, ghosting, and reflections in order to gain improved contrast and color rendering when working in harsh lighting conditions. Suitable for both photo and stills applications, the Silent Wave Motor delivers fast and quiet autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus control. Additionally, complementing the lens's reach, is a four stop-effective Vibration Reduction system that minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting.
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR ... Overview

Long reach in a sleek form factor, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II from Nikon is an 82.5-300mm-equivalent telephoto zoom for DX-format cameras. Well-suited to landscapes, sports, and portraiture, this lens's optical design incorporates one extra-low dispersion element for clear, accurate rendering and reduced color fringing. A Super Integrated Coating helps to minimize flare, ghosting, and reflections in order to gain improved contrast and color rendering when working in harsh lighting conditions. Suitable for both photo and stills applications, the Silent Wave Motor delivers fast and quiet autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus control. Additionally, complementing the lens's reach, is a four stop-effective Vibration Reduction system that minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting.

Telephoto zoom is designed for DX-format Nikon F-mount cameras and provides an 82.5-300mm equivalent focal length.
One extra-low dispersion element greatly reduces color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce greater clarity and color accuracy.
A Super Integrated Coating has been applied to individual elements to suppress internal reflections, flare, and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.
Silent Wave Motor affords quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.
VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by four stops to benefit shooting handheld in difficult lighting conditions.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm promotes a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.
A retractable lens barrel design maintains an especially compact form factor when the lens is not in use.

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR ...Specs

Focal Length
55 to 200mm (35mm Equivalent: 82.5 to 300mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/4 to 5.6
Minimum Aperture
f/22 to 32
Lens Mount
Nikon F
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
28° 50' to 8°
Minimum Focus Distance
3.61' / 1.1 m
Maximum Magnification
0.23x
Optical Design
13 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
52 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.78 x 3.27" / 70.5 x 83 mm
Length at Maximum Extension
5.11" / 129.8 mm
Weight
10.58 oz / 300 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.01 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.35 x 4.35 x 4.35"

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR ... Reviews

Good

By Qing
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-28

This product is good.

Exactly what I was missing!

By Beth
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-01-08

This lens was the missing piece to my photography needs. The midrange lens is exactly what I needed for the indoor sports photos I've started taking this year. And the shipping was much faster than I expected!

Great bokeh, if you know how to get it

By José
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-05-12

I've a D7000 and was looking for a light/cheap lens with a creamy bokeh for a loooooong time. I'm used to ambient light photography and large aperture lens, so bokeh is one of the features I take into consideration when looking for a lens. After a long search, this is the one! Of course, since it's a slow lens, you must be close to the subject and with its largest apertures (or one stop less) to benefit from it. Its bokeh is creamy, meaning objects out of focus melt its colors onto others, It's not that bokeh that creates a defined circle and defocus what's inside it. I just received it, did some tests here inside home and fell in love with it! Light, small and with AMAZING bokeh and colors. VR II works nicely too, images are very defined and, along with its creamy bokeh, look even sharper. My only concern is the plastic bayonet. Actually it's my first lens ever with one. A little extra care with it and it'll last years, I believe. I'm very impressed and so in love with this lens. If you like creamy out of focus, this is the cheap lens to go for, Just remember to get close and/or zoom into your subject wide open or 1 stop less.

Great lens for backpacking

By Greg
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-05-31

I got this lens to go with my new Nikon D5600, which came with an 18-55 lens. Like the original lens, the 55-200mm lens has a lock, so that the lens barrel does not extend when attached to my Cotton Camera backpack strap camera holder. That's a great feature. Looking forward to using the lens on our next Sierras backpacking trip.

Nice and sharp

By Luke
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-07-31

I'm no expert, but it looks great to me. For a sale price of $150, you can't beat it.

new 55-200 lens

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-07-25

I have been shooting a 300mm without vibration reduction for a while, it means I have to take a lot more pictures to get a few worth saving. VR is the reason I bought this lens with a bit shorter reach, that and 200 dollars off the regular price.

Great for travel, especially overseas

By Michael
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-30

I purchased this specifically for our first visit to Ireland and Germany back four years ago. I didn't want to haul around a larger 70-300mm lens in my backpack, so used this as my primary for both landscape and museum photography

Nikon Lens

By Myroslaw
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-05

works well, does the job, Package very well

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Return policy
Asked by: Owen S.
Should you be dissatisfied with an order, you have 30 days from date of purchase to make a return with all of the original materials included. Full details on our return policy can be found at the following link: http://bhpho.to/19fUBwL
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2022-01-05

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Why isn't the Nikon HB-37 Lens Hood available? Nikon USA recommends that hood for this lens.
Asked by: THOMAS
The Nikon version is not currently available at this time, the Vello HB-37 Dedicated Lens HoodB&H # VELHNHB37 is currently suggested as an available replacement.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2018-08-26

will it work fine with the nikon f 35 mm film ...

will it work fine with the nikon f 35 mm film camera?
Asked by: ILYA
No its not compatible with film cameras
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2020-09-07

question

Will work nikon d3300
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II Lens is fully compatible for use with the Nikon D3300 DSLR camera.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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what Nikon 2x teleconvertor will work with this lens?
Asked by: Anonymous
Unfortunately this lens (due its design) is not compatible with any teleconverters or capable of being converted.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Does this lens have a metal or plastic mount?

Does this lens have a metal or plastic mount?
Asked by: Libby
This lens has a plastic mount.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-07-06

question

Hi, I want to know if this lens cames with hood and case? Thanks
Asked by: Florencia J.
In the Box;Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II Lens52mm Snap-On Lens CapLF-4 Rear Lens CapLimited 1-Year Warranty with 4-Year US Extension with Online RegistrationUser Manual PDF 1.3mb
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Will this lens fit the Nikon D850?
Asked by: Karen W.
It will fit on the Nikon D850. However, the camera will go to the smaller DX format on the D850's FX sensor. This means you will not be using the full sensor and getting everything you can with the outstanding D850. Of course, these are just tools and maybe you have a specific application that requires a DX format image. In that matter, yes you can use this lens. However, I think it more likely that this lens would be better for your overall use. Nikon AF Zoom-NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4-5.6G Lens B&H # NI7030045GAF. Again being the remarkable Nikon D850, I would suggest getting the best possible lenses for it when you can. Only then will you get every pixel of image quality the D850 can produce. Both of the following would be upgrades: Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens B&H # NI28300GAF and Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens B&H # NI7020028E.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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