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Binding: Electronics
Brand: Nikon
EAN: 0018208021666
Label: Nikon
Manufacturer: Nikon
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 55
Model: 55-200mm VR
Optical Zoom: 3.6
Publisher: Nikon
Release Date: 2007-03-29
Studio: Nikon |
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- 55-200mm zoon Nikkor lens with f/4-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras
- 2 extra-low-dispersion (ED) glass elements for minimized chromatic aberration and superior optics
- Super-integrated coating minimizes ghosting and flare for more vivid images in dim lighting
- Silent Wave Motor produces quick and quiet high-speed autofocusing; weighs 9 ounces
- Measures 2.7 inches in diameter and 3.1 inches long; 5-year warranty
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Product Description
NIKON 55-200MM F4-5.6G VR (2166)
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 Given as a gift., 2010-08-16
I can't really rate this item as it was given as a gift. I gave it to my 27 y.o. daughter for her birthday to go with her camera she received for Christmas. She says she really likes the ease of use. This is her first SLR-D camera.
pleasantly surprised, 2010-08-19
Almost all my shooting is with a 17--70 zoom, but occasionally I need a longer lens. Willing to trade weight for the quality construction of a professional lens, i bought this lens. I also expected to compromise image quality. What a surprise ! Wide open is is very good and two stops down it is outstanding. And the image stabilization works.
So So, 2010-08-26
Well, i'm just gonna talk about the negatives of this lens.
1. Image Quality at high zoom (200 mm) is average at best. Under 150 mm this thing is great, tho.
2. At high zooms, the auto-focus doesn't always focus where you want it to. When i have it locked to the center, it sometimes 'misses' and zooms maybe a meter or so away when I'm at 200 mm, making the subject a little blurry :( I shouldn't say sometimes, I should say about half of the time. SO make sure to take a lot of pictures because half of them won't be perfect focus.
Those are my main gripes. This thing is still a steal at 200 bucks tho, but if you're looking for great quality telephoto shots, you may wanna spend a little more $$ and get something better.
Excellent zoom!, 2010-08-27
After much research online and at various camera shops, I decided on this lens. I have three sons who play baseball, basketball and football. First, I tried it without the auto focus, but figured I liked the lens so much that it was worth the extra money to by the one with the auto focus and I am so glad I did! Also, takes excellent nature pics.
superb!, 2010-08-25
this is an excellent piece of glass for the price. i was able to grab a refurb'd lens from beach camera for about $150 and i couldnt be happier. this lens performs as well if not better than other comparable lenses in the $500 range. the difference the VR makes is like night and day. be forewarned, this is a big and heavy lens, but for a 55-200 with VR technology its to be expected. this lens, combined with a nikon 2x teleconverter, and you should be extremely satisfied for nature shots, sports, etc.
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