Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED Lens

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED Lens
The Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED is a versatile telephoto zoom designed specifically for DX-format DSLRs, providing an impressive 82.5-300mm equivalent focal range. This lens is the ideal secondary optic for photographers looking to move beyond the standard kit lens, offering the reach necessary to isolate subjects in portraiture or pull in distant details in wildlife and sports photography. Its lightweight, compact build makes it an excellent choice for travel and day-long outdoor shoots.

Telephoto Reach and Optical Precision
Versatile Long Focal Range: With a reach extending to 300mm (equivalent), this lens allows you to home in on faraway subjects and compress perspectives for a professional aesthetic.

Dual ED Glass Elements: This lens features two Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements that significantly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing. The result is improved clarity, sharpness, and color fidelity across the entire zoom range.

Super Integrated Coating: Individual lens elements are treated with a specialized coating to minimize internal reflections, flare, and ghosting. This ensures high contrast and color neutrality, even when shooting in bright or backlit conditions.

Smooth Background Blur: A rounded nine-blade diaphragm creates a soft, pleasing quality in out-of-focus areas, allowing your subjects to stand out beautifully against a blurred background.

Fast and Quiet Handling
Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Experience quick, precise, and nearly silent autofocus. This technology is particularly beneficial for wildlife photography and video recording, where loud motor noise can be a distraction.

Full-Time Manual Override: Gain instant creative control by simply rotating the focus ring to make manual adjustments, even while in autofocus mode.

Compact Design: Despite its significant telephoto reach, the lens maintains a remarkably portable form factor that won’t weigh down your camera bag during a long day in the field.

Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 55-200mm (82.5-300mm Full-Frame Equivalent)

Aperture Range: f/4–5.6 to f/22–32

Lens Mount: Nikon F-Mount (DX)

Focus Motor: SWM (Silent Wave Motor)

Filter Size: 52mm

Weight: Approx. 9 oz (255 g)