The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR and the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR is the longer of the two lenses at 100mm. The Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II with a length of 83mm, is 17mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR also has a larger diameter of 73mm compared to the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II's 71mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR and the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR and the Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II has the same 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.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
55-200mm and the fastest aperture of
F4.0 - F5.6.
