The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II is a compact, lightweight telephoto zoom lens designed for Nikon DX-format DSLRs, known for its good image quality and value for money. It is a popular companion to the standard 18-55mm kit lens, extending the focal range for sports, portraits, and wildlife photography. Key Features & Specifications:
Focal Length: 55-200mm (35mm equivalent of 82.5-300mm on DX cameras).
Aperture: Maximum aperture of f/4-5.6 and a minimum of f/22-32.
Vibration Reduction (VR): Features Nikon's VR II image stabilization, offering up to 4 stops of blur-free handheld shooting, which is useful in low light or at longer focal lengths.
Autofocus: Equipped with a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) for fast, quiet, and precise autofocus, compatible with all Nikon DX DSLRs, including those without a built-in focus motor (like the D3000/D5000 series).
Optics: The lens construction includes one Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass element to minimize chromatic aberration and a Super Integrated Coating (SIC) to reduce flare and ghosting.
Design: Features a retractable lens barrel design that makes it notably compact and lightweight for portability (approx. 10.6 oz/300g).
Filter Size: Accepts 52mm screw-on filters.
