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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II Review
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II

Main Features

  • 55-200mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 - F5.6 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Filter Thread: 52mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Nikon F (DX) Mount
  • Weight: 335g.
  • Diameter: 71mm
  • Length: 83mm
  • Min Focus Distance:1.1m
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Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II Overview
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II is an Auto Focus (AF) Telephoto Zoom lens with APS-C / DX max sensor coverage and it is designed to be used with Nikon F (DX) mount cameras.
Nikon replaced the older Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II vs Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR

Lenses in Nikon F (DX) Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED
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APS-C / DX 255gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR
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APS-C / DX 335gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 55-200mm F4-5.6 Di II LD Macro Lens Tamron AF 55-200mm F4-5.6 Di II LD Macro
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APS-C / DX 300gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mount

Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II is compatible with cameras that have Nikon F (DX) lens mount.Some of the latest released cameras with Nikon F (DX) lens mount are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.

Sensor Coverage

Max sensor coverage of Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II is APS-C / DX.

Focal Range

Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II has a focal range of 55-200mm and 3.6X zoom ratio. When mounted on a APS-C / DX format camera, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 82.5 - 300mm.

Optical Image Stabilization

Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.

Body Colour

Black

Zoom Method

Rotary (internal)

Aperture

Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II has a max aperture of f4 at 55mm and max aperture of f5.6 at 200mm .
Pros and Cons of Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II

PROs
Image Stabilization
Built-in Autofocus
Full-time Manual Focusing
Internal Focusing

CONs
No Weather Sealing
Slow Aperture at Wide end
Slow Aperture at Tele end
Variable Aperture
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II Detailed Specifications

General
Brand Nikon
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Telephoto Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (DX)
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 55-200mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No
Zoom Lock No
Zoom Ratio 3.6X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4.0 - F5.6
Min Aperture F22.0 - F32.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 7
Optics
Optical Elements 13
Optical Groups 9
Special Elements 1 ED glass element

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 1.1m
Max Magnification unknown
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Micro-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 335g
Diameter 71mm
Length 83mm
Materials Composite
Weather Sealing No
Filter Thread 52mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Code HB-34
Tripod Collar No
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II Alternatives in Nikon F (DX) Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED
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APS-C / DX 255gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR
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APS-C / DX 335gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron AF 55-200mm F4-5.6 Di II LD Macro Lens Tamron AF 55-200mm F4-5.6 Di II LD Macro
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APS-C / DX 300gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 50-200mm F4-5.6 DC OS HSM Lens Sigma 50-200mm F4-5.6 DC OS HSM
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APS-C / DX 420gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Frequently Asked Questions about Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II
is the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II a Weather Sealed lens?
What is the Minimum Focusing Distance of Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II
is the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II an Autofocus (AF) lens?
What is the Filter Thread Size of Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II
Does Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II have Image Stabilization?
Does Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f4-5.6G VR II have Aperture Ring?
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