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

Compact telephoto zoom for DX-format Nikon DSLRs

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR
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LENS SCORE
Features 14
Performance 14
Durability 12
Price 18
Usability 14
Brand Nikon
Model JAA805DA

Key Features

OPTICS 15 elements in 11 groups with one ED glass element
ZOOM 55-200mm focal length (82.5-300mm equivalent on DX)
APERTURE f/4-5.6 maximum aperture with 7-blade rounded diaphragm
STABILIZATION Vibration Reduction (VR) providing up to 3 stops of compensation
FOCUS Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for quiet autofocus performance
COMPATIBILITY Designed exclusively for Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras
MIN FOCUS 1.1 meters (3.7 feet) throughout the zoom range
FILTER 52mm front filter thread diameter
BUILD Lightweight plastic construction with metal lens mount
SIZE Compact retractable design for portability
COATING Nikon Super Integrated Coating to reduce ghosting and flare
WEATHER SEALING Basic environmental protection, no formal weather sealing rating
WEIGHT Approximately 335 grams (11.8 oz)

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring located at the front
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Large rubberized ring for focal length adjustment
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Aperture controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Side switch for focus mode selection
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present Switch to toggle VR on/off
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present Nikon VR system
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present Not weather sealed

How-to Use Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 55-200mm
Max Aperture f/4-5.6
Min Aperture f/22-32
Lens Construction 15 elements in 11 groups
Angle of View 28u00b050' - 8u00b0
Min Focus Distance 1.1m (3.7ft)
Max Reproduction Ratio 0.23x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 52mm
Focus Motor Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
Stabilization VR (Vibration Reduction)
Dimensions 73 x 99.5 mm
Weight 335g
Mount Nikon F-mount
Format DX (APS-C)