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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II Lens

BH #NI18200235 • MFR #2192
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II Lens
Key Features
  • F-Mount Lens/DX Format
  • 27-300mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
  • Three Aspherical and Two ED Elements
Spanning wide to tele, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II from Nikon is an ideal all-around lens characterized by an advanced optical design, compact profile, and image stabilization. Three aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements are used to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations, in order to produce high sharpness and clarity, and a Super Integrated Coating works to minimize flare for high contrast and color accuracy. Supporting the optics is VR II image stabilization, which compensates for up to 3.5 stops of camera shake to help realize sharp imagery when shooting handheld. A Silent Wave Motor is also used to provide fast and precise autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus override.
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3G ED V... Overview

Spanning wide to tele, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II from Nikon is an ideal all-around lens characterized by an advanced optical design, compact profile, and image stabilization. Three aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements are used to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations, in order to produce high sharpness and clarity, and a Super Integrated Coating works to minimize flare for high contrast and color accuracy. Supporting the optics is VR II image stabilization, which compensates for up to 3.5 stops of camera shake to help realize sharp imagery when shooting handheld. A Silent Wave Motor is also used to provide fast and precise autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus override.

All-in-one zoom spans wide-angle to telephoto focal lengths and is designed for Nikon F-mount DX-format cameras, where it provides a 27-300mm equivalent range.
Three aspherical elements are used to reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order to realize sharp imagery with accurate rendering.
Two extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce 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. An internal focusing design is also used, where only the internal lens groups are moved during focusing, to maintain the overall length of the lens during use and to promote faster focusing speeds.
VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by 3.5 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.
UPC: 018208021925

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3G ED V... Specs

Focal Length18 to 200mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 27 to 300mm)
Maximum Aperturef/3.5 to 5.6
Minimum Aperturef/22
Lens MountNikon F
Lens Format CoverageAPS-C
Angle of View76° to 8°
Minimum Focus Distance1.64' / 50 cm
Maximum Magnification0.22x
Optical Design16 Elements in 12 Groups
Diaphragm Blades7, Rounded
Focus TypeAutofocus
Image StabilizationYes
Filter Size72 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)3.03 x 3.8" / 77 x 96.5 mm
Length at Maximum Extension6.33" / 160.7 mm
Weight1.23 lb / 560 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight2.11 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.75 x 4.8 x 4.8"

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3G ED V... Reviews

My Go-To

By Marlene
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-12

Yes, I have 3 other lenses to use but never seem to bother with them since I can achieve the same and even more with this lens. Great for photographing scenery as well as family gatherings. Love it!

The perfect lens

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-04-29

I have several lenses and use this one the most.

A very good lens

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-08-30

I wanted a second lens, for my D500 Nikon, and the one I chose, lives up to all my expectations.

Great!!

By H Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-06-18

the 18 - 200 is my go-to lens for shooting models both indoor and out. It saves me from carrying multiple general lenses, saving room for a few specialty ones in my bag.

Most Versatile Lens

By Jennifer
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-01-02

This is a very useful, versatile piece of kit with a wide to long(ish) lens, handy to use and carry around. It is my go to lens for travel or just walking about, one I can count on when using a DX camera.

Just purchased 1 month ago

By Reginald
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2019-12-21

My applications todate has been limited but I'm very please with the current results

What I Expected

By Toby
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-26

I replaced the same lens with this one. It's my workhorse lens and the old one was beginning to have issues. Like all zooms it's soft on maximum extension but it's versatility makes up for its shortcomings.

Fantastic Lens

By Donald
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-06-14

Great lens for travel and all around shooting.

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Asked by: Gregory
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Asked by: Anonymous
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Asked by: chauna
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Date published: 2021-11-07

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Would this lens work for a D600? And if not which telephotos work with a Nikon D600?
Asked by: Anonymous
While the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II Zoom Lens will physically attach onto the Nikon D600 DSLR camera, the lens is designed for Nikon cameras that use the smaller APS-C 1.5x cropped DX sensor; the Nikon D600 uses the full-frame FX sensor. As such, if you use the smaller Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II Zoom Lens on the D600, it would work in Auto DX-Crop Mode and would reduce the camera's resolution from 24MP down to 10 MP. If you need a similar lens that would work for full-frame FX lenses, then the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Zoom Lens, B&H # NI28300GAF, would work for your needs.
Answered by: Manzell L.
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What is the difference between the 18 to 200 VR vs the VRII?
Asked by: Anonymous
The primary difference between VR and VR II is the zooming mechanism of the VR II, which now features a lock to prevent the zoom from creeping. VR II also features four stop compensation, compared to the original VR's three stop compensation. The image stabilization and sharpness is also improved with VR II.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2020-06-01

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IS it brand new ? And is it coming with international warranty ?
Asked by: Anonymous
All items in our inventory would be new, unless clearly stated otherwise on the item's page. And for the most part, no used or refurbished items will come up in a search unless you are specifically looking in our Used Department. That being said, this Nikon 18-200mm lens would be a new lens. As for warranty, the USA lens would come with Nikon USAs 5-year warranty (1-Year International + 4-Year USA Extension). The Imported lens would come with a 1-year warranty from B&H, and would need to be returned to B&H if it required in warranty service.
Answered by: Christina S.
Date published: 2020-03-05
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