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
Compact DX-Format Telephoto Zoom with Silent Wave Motor
The Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED is an exceptionally lightweight and highly versatile telephoto zoom lens designed specifically for Nikon DX-format crop-sensor DSLRs. Spanning a powerful 82.5-300mm equivalent focal spectrum in 35mm terms, this lens is a perfect option for budding sports photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and portrait shooters looking to isolate distant subjects and compress spatial perspectives.

By pairing high-grade extra-low dispersion optics with Nikon’s core Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology, this highly portable lens delivers the sharpness, color accuracy, and snappy autofocus response required to capture action effortlessly on the move.

Extended Telephoto Spectrum & Corrective Optical Design
82.5-300mm Equivalent Reach: Tailored exclusively for Nikon DX-format F-mount camera bodies, offering a flexible telephoto baseline that smoothly transitions from flattering portrait compressions to long-distance telephoto framing. (Note: Designed for crop-sensor DX formats and not recommended for full-frame FX camera configurations).

Two Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Elements: Formulated with two specialized ED glass elements that drastically curb chromatic aberrations and secondary spectrum color fringing throughout the zoom range, ensuring maximum image resolution and clarity.

Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Individual optical elements are treated with Nikon’s premium multi-layer Super Integrated Coating. This advanced layer suppresses internal barrel reflections, surface bounce, ghosting, and flare to protect rich micro-contrast under intense sunlight.

Rounded Nine-Blade Diaphragm: Outfitted with a 9-blade circular aperture array that creates a smooth, beautifully organic background blur (bokeh), making your primary subjects stand out cleanly from out-of-focus elements.

Swift SWM Autofocus & Seamless Manual Override
Core Silent Wave AF Motor (SWM): Driven by an internal Silent Wave Motor that utilizes high-frequency ultrasonic vibrations to shift focus tracking elements. This mechanism provides rapid, pinpoint, and near-silent autofocus execution—perfect for candid sports tracking and recording video clips.

Full-Time Manual Focus Override: Features full-time manual override capability, letting you instantly grab and rotate the front focus ring to make critical micro-adjustments at any moment without having to take the camera out of autofocus mode.

Featherlight, Highly Portable Footprint: Reimagines heavy telephoto design by compressing a massive 300mm equivalent reach into a highly streamlined polycarbonate shell that weighs less than 9 ounces, making it an effortless addition to any travel gear bag.

Technical Specifications
Lens System Classification: Compact Telephoto Focal Length Zoom Lens

Lens Mount Type: Nikon F-Mount / DX Format (Exclusively for Crop-Sensor DSLRs)

Focal Length Range: 55-200mm (82.5-300mm equivalent on Nikon DX sensors)

Maximum Variable Aperture: f/4 (at 55mm) to f/5.6 (at 200mm)

Minimum Operational Aperture: f/22 to f/32

Filter Thread Diameter Size: 52mm

Lens Optical Layout: 13 Elements configured in 9 Groups (Includes 2 ED Glass Elements)

Autofocus Motorization: AF-S SWM (Silent Wave Motor with Full-Time Manual Override)

Minimum Focus Distance: 3.12 feet / 95 cm (Across entire zoom spectrum)

Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:4.3

Aperture Blade Count: 9-Blade Diaphragm (Rounded Layout)

Dimensions (Diameter x Length): Approx. 2.70 x 3.10 inches / 68.0 x 79.0 mm

Weight: Approx. 9.0 oz / 255 grams (Ultra-lightweight, high-mobility telephoto layout)