Nikon 55-200 mm f/4-5.6 G ED AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor Lens

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★★★★☆
4.4

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★★★★★
4.5

Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (295)
  • Lightweight (224)
  • Easily interchangeable (215)
  • Consistent output (161)
  • Durable (132)
  • Well built / quality construction (122)
  • Rugged (70)
  • Easy to clean (41)
  • Easy to use (19)
  • Easily mounted (13)
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Cons

  • Slow focus (23)
  • Blurry focus (13)
  • Heavy / bulky (10)
  • Weak casing (10)
  • Lens creep (4)
  • No vr (4)
  • Hard to clean (3)
  • Tough to attach (3)
  • A bit pricy (1)

Best Uses

  • General purpose (197)
  • Sports/action (126)
  • Wildlife (118)
  • Landscapes (84)
  • Portraits (45)
  • Upgrade (43)
  • Special effects (41)
  • Night photography (33)
  • Travel (25)
  • Back-up (18)
 
 
 

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AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED This compact and lightweight 3.6x zoom is designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format and ideal for travel, portrait and action pictures. This compact and lightweight 3.6x zoom is designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format and ideal for travel, portrait and action pictures.Features:

  • Versatile and ultra-compact with a powerful focal length range of 55-200mm designed exclusively for Nikon DX format SLRs. Ideal 3.6x zoom lens for portraiture, sports or wildlife photography.
  • An excellent companion to the AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED.
  • New compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-high speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.
  • Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) minimizes ghosting and flare to provide even higher contrast and more vivid images, even in challenging light conditions.
  • Two Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements achieve minimized chromatic aberration and superior optical performance.
  • Focus mode switch enables quick switching between A (auto focus) and M (manual focus).
  • 9-blade rounded diaphragm for more natural out-of-focus highlights.
Specifications: Focal Length Range: 55-200mmZoom Ratio: 3.6xMaximum Aperture: 4-5.6Minimum Aperture: 22-32Autofocus: YesAF-S (Silent Wave Motor): YesCompatible Format(s): DX, FX in DX Crop ModeDistance Information: YesED Glass Elements: YesSuper Integrated Coating: YesInternal Focusing: NoMinimum Focus Distance: 0.95m(3.1ft.)Maximum Angle of View: 28°Minimum Angle of View:Lens (Elements): 13Lens (Groups): 9Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 01:03.5Dimensions: 2.7x3.1in. (Diameter x Length) 68x79mm (Diameter x Length)Weight: 9oz.(255g)Mount Type: Nikon F-BayonetAccepts Filter Type: Screw-onFilter Size: 52mmLens Attachment Size: 52mmLens Case: CL-0815Lens Hood: HB-34Supplied Accessories: LC-52 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-1 Rear Lens Cap, HB-34 Lens Hood, CL-0815 Soft Lens Case

Specification Description
Model 2156, 2156-, 2156B
UPC 018208021567
Accessory Indicator Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits Ultracompact dimensions make it easy to carry and useIncorporates a newly developed compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet focusin
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin United States
Description Header We all need a little focus
Display Catalog Number 55028717
Enclosure Color Black
Features Focal length: 55-200mmZoom ratio: 3.6xMaximum aperture: f/4-5.6Minimum aperture: f/22-32Picture angle (Nik
Included in the Box AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED lensSnap-on front lens capRear lens capLens hoodSoft lens case
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 5
Manufacturer Part Number 2156
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 5
MAP Price 0.0
Model 2156
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Diameter 2.7
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Length 3.1
Product Type Lenses
Product Weight 0.9
Product Weight UOM ounces
Supported Languages English

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Last update: Nov 12, 2009

Nikon 55-200 mm f/4-5.6 G ED AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor Lens Reviews

 
 
 

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[5 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
I am an clumsy amateur

"I am relatively new to the photo hobby but have been told I have a "keen eye". With a short zoom, I was able to take pictures of oddities I found in everyday life, mostly inanimate objects placed in very random spots. As this grew, I tried to take pictures of people and animals. I found that it bored me to take posed shots and the subjects would often see me and strike some sort of pose. I explained this to ..." Read Full Review »

Sep 23, 2009 by Tim

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Good for the price

"I bought this lens to try and capture some pictures during sporting events. Unfortunately this lens just didn't cut it for what I was looking for. I ended up getting alot of blurry shots.. it was actually quite disappointing. I'm sure this lens would function adequately for stills, but it's not great for motion. I ended up upgrading to the Nikon 2161... Twice as expensive, but I had much better luck with it...." Read Full Review »

Jan 19, 2007 by Matty J

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I am an clumsy amateur

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Landscape Photography
 

"I am relatively new to the photo hobby but have been told I have a "keen eye". With a short zoom, I was able to take pictures of oddities I found in everyday life, mostly inanimate objects placed in very random spots. As this grew, I tried to take pictures of people and animals. I found that it b …"  Read Full Review »

Gameless Wave

Gameless Wave

Grandma and Jeter

Grandma and Jeter
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Tim
New York, NY
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Price: $169.95
 
 

Nikon 55-200 mm f/4-5.6 G ED AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor Lens Review

Purchase and enjoy!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Slow Focus

    Best Uses

  • Landscape Photography
  • Wildlife
 

"Simply stated, nice bang for the buck.I'm your run of the mill hobbyist photographer, and carry this lens with me all the time. I really do use it for pretty much everything, other than shooting kids sports games and fast action events. The lens handles well and doesn't feel cheap, from what I've r …"  Read Full Review »

my cat Puffy, the day I received the lens

my cat Puffy, the day I received the lens
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 21 2009
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Salt Lake City, Utah
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[5 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon 55-200 mm f/4-5.6 G ED AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor Lens Review

Good for the price

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • Affordable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Back-Up
 

"I bought this lens to try and capture some pictures during sporting events. Unfortunately this lens just didn't cut it for what I was looking for. I ended up getting alot of blurry shots.. it was actually quite disappointing. I'm sure this lens would function adequately for stills, but it's not g …"  Read Full Review »

Love the hats!

Love the hats!
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jan 19 2007
Matty J
Pittsburgh, PA
 

Nikon 55-200 mm f/4-5.6 G ED AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor Lens Review

Compact Lens- Huge Results

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Night Photography
  • Sports/Action
  • Wildlife
 

"I recently purchased the Nikon 40 bundled package which contained this lens. I have used it for night photography with a tripod and the photos came out great. The photo quality was impressive to both family and friends. I also used it taking daylight photos of grandkids playing football, same result …"  Read Full Review »

Christmas Lights

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 30 2008
Hammer
Richmond, VA
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon 55-200 mm f/4-5.6 G ED AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor Lens Review

I'm Happy

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
 

"This lens came with the 18-55 lens and my D40 kit. Tried it out over a couple of hours and I like it. I especially like macro photography, so I've attached a couple of shots from this lens and my D40. I cropped these pix out of their larger originals, and they were shot with the lens in hand less th …"  Read Full Review »

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Dragonfly on Leaf: SC Botanical Gardens

Dragonfly on Leaf: SC Botanical Gardens
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 30 2007
Stony
Clemson University
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  • Semi-Professional
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