Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR is a Variable aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Telephoto Zoom lens with Optical Image stabilization and APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
F(DX) Mount cameras.Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR was replaced with Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II. Follow the link to read our comparison of these lenses:
Compare Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR vs Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II
What type of photography is the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR lens good for?
The choice of photography type for which you intend to use the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR is a crucial decision factor. Below, we have assessed its suitability for various photography scenarios:
Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Reasons to Buy the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR lens in a list form to assist you in determining whether it offers the features you need.
Optical Image Stabilization |
Autofocus |
Hood supplied |
Internal Focusing |
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Slow Aperture at Tele end |
Variable Aperture |
Lens Mount
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (DX) lenses are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
The size and weight are crucial factors to consider when searching for your next lens. Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR has a maximum diameter of 73mm and total length of 100mm. It weighs 335g / 11.8 oz.
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR has a filter thread of 52mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR:
Focal Range
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR has a focal range of 55-200mm and 3.6X zoom ratio which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 82.5-300mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
Optical Image Stabilization
The Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.
Zoom Method
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR features Rotary (internal) zoom method where the length of the lens doesn't change while you are zooming in or out. Even though this design has a size disadvantage in general compared to extending designs, it has the benefits of better sealing against dust and moisture, no zoom creep and no weight balance shift while zooming.
Below are the 3 Telephoto Zoom type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR is a variable aperture lens with a max aperture of f4 and a minimum aperture of f22 at 55mm, and a max aperture of f5.6 and minimum aperture of f32 at 200mm .
Focal Length |
Max Aperture |
Min Aperture |
55mm
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F4 |
F22 |
200mm
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F5.6 |
F32 |
Optical Formula
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR's optical formula consists of 15 elements in 11 groups . Special elements used in this design is 1 ED glass element.
Lens Hood
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is HB-37.
Body Colour
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR is available in Black color.
Popular Comparisons of Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR
Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR amongst Camera Decision readers.
Top Alternatives of Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR Lens
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