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    Nikon 55-200MM F4.5-5.6G AF-S VR DX Black Lens

    Nikon 55-200MM F4.5-5.6G AF-S VR DX Black Lens

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    Brand: Nikon
    Category: CE

    Buy New: £135.90

    Qty 983 In Stock


    New (10) Used (1) from £128.50

    Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 5 reviews
    Sales Rank: 1215

    Media: Electronics
    Autographed: No
    Memorabilia: No
    Fragile: No
    Batteries Included: No
    Optical Zoom: 3.6
    Maximum Focal Length: 200
    Minimum Focal Length: 55
    Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
    Dimensions (in): 3 x 2 x 2

    MPN: 2166
    Model: 2166
    UPC: 018208021666
    EAN: 0018208021666
    ASIN: B000O161X0

    Release Date: April 20, 2008  (New: Last 30 Days)
    Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days

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    Editorial Reviews:

    Product Description
    The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor lens will complete your photographic equipment so you can take photos like a professional. This lens works with digital reflex cameras to capture pictures that are rich in colour and true to life. The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor lens is an ED lens of 15 elements in 11 groups for precise close-ups and ultra-accurate focusing. Perfect for portrait photographers or for distant subjects, the AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor lens includes a VR function that allows for speeds that are 3 times slower than normal. This system works directly with the focus by diminishing vibrations and correcting the chromatic distortions that are caused by low light. Plus, the AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor lens benefits from an amazing focal range going from f/22-32 minimum to 2/4-5.6 maximum for optimum use. Including a ?Silent Wave Motor? for quick and quiet focusing, this lens can be used anywhere at any time, be it for weddings, holidays, or nature hikes. With the AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor lens, you?ll always bring back your favourite memories.


    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars One long lens   February 16, 2008
     18 out of 18 found this review helpful

    I've come back to photography after twenty-five years away so I still think in 35mm terms. I have this lens on my D40 and was very surprised at its long range which will be quite enough for me to take cricket photos this summer. I have a bad tremor but seem to have no problem getting good results with this lens so the VR works. The autofocus is something else but manual focusing is easy enough. For the money I don't think you could get any better but keep your 18-55mm to hand because I think you'll need both.


    4 out of 5 stars A great companion for the Nikon D40/D40x   February 1, 2008
     23 out of 23 found this review helpful

    A great lens for a tiny price! This is an excellent lens to really take you a step further into the world of digital SLR photography.

    I've owned the D40 for about 7-8 months and I finally decided that I'd like to be able to pick out features and have a bit more flexibililty with zoom. So after reading around I decided upon this for it's ability, but mainly becasue of the price tag! A quality lens for this much money is a nobrainer. The VR is essential, especially in low light situations and i've got excellent results with it.




    4 out of 5 stars Great Lens!   July 9, 2007
     44 out of 44 found this review helpful

    I was immediatly impressed with this lens. It feels well made and sturdy. The image quality seems impressive, and the Vibration Reduction works extremely well, making telephoto shots a pleasure to take. I would recommend getting this over the non-VR version anyday, it really is worth the extra money.


    4 out of 5 stars Good Lens but why so expensive?   July 1, 2007
     19 out of 31 found this review helpful

    Good lens to complement the 18-55mm kit lens. However I found an online/ retail shop in central London selling for 177 plus delivery. Also got a filter and a spare battery - similarly lower prices too. It pays to search around.


    4 out of 5 stars A good performer   May 26, 2007
     76 out of 78 found this review helpful

    Announced in March 2007, this is one of Nikon's latest DX lenses for digital cameras. I have been using this lens on my D40. Compared with the 18-55mm kit lens, this lens not only extends the zoom range, but it also delivers sharper photos. As far as I can tell, it is the same lens as the previous 55-200mm lens, but with Vibration Reduction (VR) technology which is essential at high zooms. When you press the shutter half-way, the VR is activated and you can actually see a visible difference through the viewfinder! The lens makes a humming sound while the VR system is active. I would recommend that you don't go for the old non-VR lens - pay 100 extra and get one like this with VR. It will make a big difference. The only problem is that now I have experienced the 55-200mm VR, I have started to crave for the 70-300mm VR! The VR system does drain the battery life, so be careful about this when you are out and about - every time you depress the shutter button half way to focus, the VR is activated. Also, I have noticed that when the VR does kick in, it causes a degree of camera shake which may be significant if you have perfectly framed your shot. So for these reasons I have given 4 stars rather than 5.


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