Nikon 18-200mm DX f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II Lens

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Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (10)
  • Consistent output (5)
  • Durable (4)
  • Easily interchangeable (4)
  • Well built / quality construction (4)
  • Lightweight (3)
  • Rugged (3)
  • Easy to use (1)
  • Great picture quality (1)
  • No lens creep (1)
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Cons

  • Heavy / bulky (2)
  • Lens creep (1)

Best Uses

  • General purpose (5)
  • Landscapes (3)
  • Special effects (3)
  • Sports/action (3)
  • Wildlife (3)
  • Night photography (2)
  • Upgrade (2)
 
 
 

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The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm, the next generation of Nikon's all-time best-selling premium high-ratio zoom, combines an 11X zoom range with VR II to provide DX-format enthusiasts with an extremely versatile zoom range in a compact form-factor. Nikon enhanced construction to include a zoom lock switch, to allow photographers to secure the lens barrel at its minimum length, eliminating the natural gravitational effect that can draw the barrel downward during transport. The inclusion of Nikon's exclusive Super Integrated Coating (SIC) reduces instances of ghosting or flaring. Whether shooting artistic landscapes or vacation snapshots, this lens provides fast and quiet AF operation with the help of Nikon's SWM technology.

Designed to be a one-lens solution and weighing in at a scant 19.9 ounces and measuring only 3.8 inches in length, this lens provides an extraordinary (35mm equivalent) picture angle of 27-300mm when mounted on any Nikon DX-format camera such as the new D300s or D3000 D-SLR cameras. Additionally, the optical formula contains two ED glass elements and three aspherical lenses to minimize chromatic aberration and distortion. The resulting images exhibit extreme sharpness, extraordinarily vibrant color and crisp contrast.

  • 11x Zoom versatility
    A remarkable 18-200mm one-lens solution?adept in a wide variety of situations. Picture angle equivalent of a 27-300mm lens in 35mm format.

  • Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization
    Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper images.

  • Two Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements
    Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at wide aperture settings.

  • Three aspherical lens elements
    Virtually eliminates coma and other aberrations, even at wide apertures.

  • Zoom lock switch
    Secures lens barrel at its minimum length.

  • Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
    Enhances light transmission and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.

  • Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
    For fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.

  • Rounded 7-blade diaphragm
    Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements.

  • Focus to 20 inches
    Extends versatility.

  • M/A focus mode switch
    Enables quick response to changing situations between manual and autofocus operation.

  • Flower-shaped lens hood
    Included HB-35 lens hood?shades the objective from unwanted, image-degrading light.

  • Specification Description
    Model 02192, 18-200 VR2, 2192
    UPC 018208021925
    Angle of View (Diagonal) 8-76 degrees
    Filter/Wide Angle Capability 72mm
    Lens Hood HB-35
    Lens Mount Nikon F
    Minimum Focusing Distance 1.6 ft.
    Weight (Pounds) 1.2

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    Last update: Nov 10, 2009

    Nikon 18-200mm DX f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II Lens Reviews

     

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    Nikon 18-200mm DX f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II Lens Review

    The only lens you will need

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Quick Focus
    • Sharp Focus
    • Strong Construction

      Cons

    • Lens Creep

      Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Landscape Photography
    • Night Photography
    • Special Effects
    • Sports/Action
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    "I took this lens with a D80 to China for 3 weeks. I took over 4000 pictures. I have only positive things to say. Whether low light in the theater, or night shots, or landscapes in the brightest daylight the results were great. When others around me were changing lenses to get the telephoto shot, I m …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Oct 8 2009
    The Viking
    Tampa, FL
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    Nikon 18-200mm DX f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II Lens Review

    Fantastic lens

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Compact Design
    • Easy To Use
    • Improves Picture Quality

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • None
     

    "from my experience this lens is quite good for landscape and wildlife shots. "

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Nov 9 2009
    Muholove
    Maputo - Mozambique
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    • Aspiring Film Maker
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    Nikon 18-200mm DX f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II Lens Review

    It is what I was looking for in a lens

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Lightweight
    • No lens creep
    • More »

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Landscape Photography
    • Sports/Action
    • Wildlife
     

    "I am going to use this 18-200mm lens most of my camera shots. I will use this lens as my primary lens. This lens will allow me to get a range shots I am looking for without changing my lens that often. "

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Oct 21 2009
    WE&T
    Clinton, MD
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    • Semi-Professional
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    [5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

    Nikon 18-200mm DX f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II Lens Review

    VR at its best

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Quick Focus
    • Rugged
    • More »

      Cons

    • Heavy

      Best Uses

    • General Use
    • Special Effects
     

    "sporting events, the zoom is pretty good, and the picture clarity is amazing! "

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Sep 3 2009
    RZ
    Nashville
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    Nikon 18-200mm DX f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II Lens Review

    Worth The $$$$$

    ★★★★★
    5.0

    "For the amount you are going to spend on this lens. It is well worth it. You would have to spend a hell of a lot more to get a better lens then this one. The lens takes very sharp and contrasty photos. Works well in low light. Not 2.8 well. But very good. It can focus as fast as any lens I have ever …"  Read Full Review »

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    Oct 19 2009
    DENTPRO
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