AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
This 3.6x zoom, designed exclusively for use with Nikon’s DX-format, features Nikon’s VR image stabilization and is perfect for portraits and action.
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AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
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It has great features
I use it mostly for Nature pics but some times i use it for sports and it is really an amazing piece of work.
April 27, 2012
Great Cheap Lens!
I bought this lens as a hold over for myself until I would be able to get a 70-200 f/2.8 lens, but I have had this lens for two years and still haven't moved a finger for the 70-200. Although it obviously doesn't hold a candle to the legendary focal range, it does an extremely good job as my hold over. I'm very impressed with it.
Although you obviously can't expect this to be incredible for indoor, dark lightings, the VR can do a really great job. Its small form allows it to be carried easily in a nice small camera bag while still on the camera.
Even though I would of course rather have the 70-200, there is definitely a kind of pride that the user of the 55-200 holds. Saying that the photo is not about the lens, but the shooter, and being able to prove that for about $150-$250 is pretty darn cool. Very impressive performance to price ratio.
Buy this lens! Even if it's just a hold over ;)
March 6, 2012
let the photos speak for themselves....
this was a lens that came with a package deal at Best Buy. This lens works great. I'll post pics from 55mm all the way to 200mm so you can see what an amateur can do with this lens.
February 11, 2012
Overall Review: UNTOUCHED PHOTOS
I have had this lens for almost a year now, and there is definitely a lot I can say about it. Pros: I love the zoom. The detail this lens captures is absolutely amazing. It is perfect for daylight photos, you will have absolutely amazing results. However, once it hits night time, the photos range from good to bad (personally I am a no flash person though). So yes, wonderfully precise and accurate photos, no detected vignetting. However, the cons are that it is a little on the heavy side, and just one weak after buying it I turned the delicate zoom a little too hard and actually broke the lens all together. It just snapped and I couldn't take any more photos, 1 WEEK after. I got it fixed for $20 thank god, and still have used it without an issue until now. So overall I really do think it is a great lens, almost professional with great zoom. Amazing for still life, animals, landscapes, and profiles. CANNOT GET UP CLOSE it will not focus, you need to step back at least 20 feet. Last but not least, zoom is audible but not "loud".
February 2, 2012
Excellent low-price lens for everyday photography
I've been using this lens for more than a year, and It serves me well. Auto focus is not that fast, since it's using bundled servo, but if you're using manual focusing, you won't be disappointed. 4 stars because of slow auto-focus. Everything else -> 5.0
January 5, 2012
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All10 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes it will fit your Model. I love it on my Nikon D60.Answer:
Yes7 months ago
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Anonymous
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Here is a list of lenses that will work with Nikon cameras without internal focus motors: http://sincerityboy.blogspot.com/2010/02/nikon-d5000-compatible-lenses.htmlAnswer:
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does this work with D3100?
6 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, this lens is comatible with the D3100.Answer:
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Is this lens good for shooting indoor sports events with a D90 (ie: basketball game, swimming) and outdoor sports (ie: football game)?
Feb 14, 2012 by
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I have a D90 and looking for a lens to shoot indoor sports events. What is the best range to stay in to produce the best image quality? For example, if I want to capture someone shooting a free throw would I have to be 1 foot from the baseline to capture a good image with good quality and details? Also, will lighing be an issue?
5 months ago
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NewtoNikon
Washington, DC, USA
Location :
Washington, DC, USA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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look at the f stop (4.5-6)..i'd think this would disapoint for what you are looking for.. you need to go faster which of course carries a price.. you need tomaximise the light the sensor can see and indoor events such as football etc often have sodium lighting which can make matters worse.
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s the 55-200mm good for close ups for weddings? I have a D3000 and i want a great ,clear photo!!
4 months, 2 weeks ago
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Jacqueline
Sebring, FL, USA
Location :
Sebring, FL, USA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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The new AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G would also be a good choice.Answer:
i would suggest Nikkor 50mm F/1.8 fixed lense . Best for wedding . Works absolutely prfct in low light .Has staff answer
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will this lens work the nikon coolpix L810?
1 day ago
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Anonymous
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No lenses can be attached to the COOLPIX L810.Answer:
No, the L810 has a fixed lens that cannot be changed.Has staff answer
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55-200mm doesn't zoom to max
1 year, 4 months ago
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Anonymous
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If the lens is stuck and is not going all the way to 200mm you will need to send the lens for service.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...
1 year, 4 months ago
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sree
lubbock tx
Location :
lubbock tx
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes. It should work fine.Has staff answer
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When going from 55 to 200mm, i can feel a snag at around 135mm. Is this normal?
Lens is a 55-200mm AF-S
1 year, 3 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 35-44
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
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While zooming in and out, the lens should run smoothly. If you feel that the lens is not working properly you are welcome to send it for evaluation.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
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Can I use a converter with this lens AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR on my d90?
1 year, 2 months ago
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Kelly
Westborough, MA
Location :
Westborough, MA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Nope. Check out the compt.chart athttp://www.nikonusa.com/en_INC/IMG/Assets/Common-Assets/Images/Teleconverter-Compatibility/en_US_Comp_chart.html
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Will this lens work with the Nikon D80 camera?
1 year, 1 month ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D80.1 year, 1 month ago
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Roc
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Yes.Has staff answer
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I dropped my camera and it landed on my 55-200mm lense. My camera and lense works but there is something in my lense that is broken. What can I do?
The 55-200 will not zoom all the way out or all the way in now. Can it be fixed? If so, will it cost as much as a new lense to repair my old one?
11 months ago
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Tina
Saint Jo, TX
Location :
Saint Jo, TX
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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You will need to send your lens for service in order to be evaluated by one of our technician before an estimate is provided.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
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p7000 camera will this work vr zoom nikkor 55-200mm
11 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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No, D7000 can't swap the lens.Has staff answer
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What is the maximum distance I can shoot with this lense and expect the images to be sharp and clear?
Aug 15, 2011 by
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11 months ago
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Anonymous
Chattanooga, TN
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Chattanooga, TN
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Please visit our website and use the lens simulator to simulate differences in focal length between NIKKOR lenses.http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Produ...
9 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes.
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
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Is the Nikkor 55-200mm lens great for bring far object close to you?
I am thinking very hard on getting the Nikkor 55-200mm len but I'm wondering if it can bring image real close and at good quality. I am using the normal lens which is the Nikkor 18-55mm len and I was taking photos at a cricket match with it and I have an example of photo of it. I'm wondering if the Nikkor 55-200mm lens can bring the image closer.
8 months ago
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Mr.Hitch
Barbados
Location :
Barbados
Age: 18-24
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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It will get you in closer than the 18-55 but depends on how close you want to get, saying that the 70-300 will get you in closer still.7 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes
If so do i need anything to make it fi
7 months ago
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Anonymous
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Fully functional as is.
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
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when shooting sunset or moon scenes i get gost image, is this normal, is there is any way to fix that?
my camera is D80, moon scenes long exposure "30 sec"
7 months ago
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Joe
Cincinnati, OH
Location :
Cincinnati, OH
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Remove the filter from the lens or make sure you are using a multi coated lens. You are getting a reflection from the back side of the filter.Has staff answer
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will this work on auto with a d40?
6 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, this lens is compatible with the D40.6 months ago
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nichole
New Hampshire, USA
Location :
New Hampshire, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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yes
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
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will this len work with my d200 and is it good for shooting kids
4 months, 2 weeks ago
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Anonymous
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Yes, this lens will work with your D200 just fine. In fact your D200 will work with all Nikon Auto Focus lenses. The D200 also works with older AI manual focus lenses with some limitations. The 55-200 will work fine with kids at outdoor events where the lighting is bright and the kids are some distance away. Indoors, the lens / camera combination may not be fast enough to stop motion, (depending on your application) 55mm on a DX body is into the short telephoto range, so for indoor birthday parties you may not be able to get far enough away to capture the image you want.Mar 1, 2012 by
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PhotoGeek
Napa, CA
Location :
Napa, CA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
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Can you take okay landscape pictures?
Mar 7, 2012 by
4 months, 1 week ago
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vowen
North Carolina, USA
Location :
North Carolina, USA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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Of course, but please use a tripod.Mar 7, 2012 by
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ChristianeW
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I am debating whether to go for the 55-200mm or 55-300mm. I am interested in nature & landscapes, street photography and portraits. Please help.
Right now, I am unable to buy either a wide angle or a macro lens, so I am basically looking for the best thing within $400. I own a D3100.
3 months, 4 weeks ago
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Amateur.
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Just getting started with photography
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I would go for the 55-200, lighter and has internal focusing so you can use a circular polarizer for your nature and landscape photos. If you The next time you have a little extra money get a AFS 50mm f1.8G for you portraits.Has staff answer
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What kind of adapter will I need to use this lens with a Panasonic GF2?
Apr 12, 2012 by
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My dad owns a D5100 and he bought this as a kit.
3 months ago
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Anonymous
Toronto, ON
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You will need to get in contact with the manufacture of the third party equipment for compatibility information with our products.Has staff answer
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if i buy this lense instead of the kit lense 18-55mm comes with D5100.should i do this?do the lense perform as good as 18-55mm kit lense in low light?
actually i will nt be able to buy an extra lense..so i want to buy a good budget package with D5100 and want to knw that this lense is same as 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 in low light or not?? and is there any fault or disadvantage then the 18-55mm kit lense ???
3 months ago
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samiul
dhaka
Location :
dhaka
Age: 25-34
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
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Please click on the link below for the lens simulator; it will help you to make the decision on what lens you need.http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Produ...
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American Photo Editor’s Choice 2007 Award
The editors of American Photo and Popular Photography recently presented the Nikon AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED lens with an American Photo Editor's Choice 2007 Award. Editor Russell Hart named the lens one the ten best digital SLR lenses of the year. Of the ten lenses featured, the versatile Nikon 55-200mm lens was named the "best buy." Hart was amazed with the excellent picture quality produced by the lens and the strong vibration reduction feature. He called the Nikon 55-200mm lens, a lens that gives a lot, yet is still very affordable.
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