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Rent NowNikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6 G ED IF DX AF-S Lens
The Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6 G ED IF DX AF-S is a highly compact, lightweight telephoto zoom lens designed exclusively for Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras. Offering a versatile 3.6x zoom range (82.5-300mm full-frame equivalent), this lens serves as the perfect, budget-friendly outdoor companion to a standard 18-55mm kit lens. It provides the telephoto compression and reach needed to capture distant sports, wildlife, travel, and candid portraits.
Optical Configuration & Silent Focus
Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Glass: The optical layout features 13 elements in 9 groups, incorporating two ED glass elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing, resulting in clear image rendering.
Super Integrated Coating (SIC): All glass surfaces are treated with Nikon’s multi-layered SIC to reduce internal reflections, ghosting, and lens flare, preserving natural color accuracy and rich contrast.
Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Outfitted with an AF-S SWM autofocus drive, delivering fast, responsive, and near-silent autofocus tracking so you can capture fleeting moments without distracting your subjects.
9-Blade Rounded Diaphragm: Features a nine-blade rounded aperture geometry that provides smooth, organic out-of-focus highlights and a more natural background blur.
Condition Note (Bargain / Internal Fungus)
This lens is mechanically operational but features notable internal optical degradation. Please carefully review the condition details below before purchasing:
Internal Dust & Fungus: There is visible dust accumulation along with fungus growth inside the middle lens element.
Performance Impact: The presence of internal fungus will lower overall contrast, reduce sharpness, and cause light scattering or softness, particularly when shooting in bright sunlight or backlit conditions.
Ideal Use Case: The physical autofocus motor, zoom mechanics, and electronic mount contacts work perfectly. This unit is priced drastically down as a bargain/as-is item, making it an excellent candidate for parts, experimental photography, or a low-cost repair project.
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 (DX Format Only)
Filter Thread Size: 52mm
Focus Type: Autofocus (Internal Focusing design)
Weight: Approx. 9.0 oz (255g)
