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

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

Lens Summary

Brand: Nikon

Also Known As: Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED

Lens Type: Zoom Lens

Format: APS-C / DX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Nikon F

Release Date: 2005-04-20

MSRP Price: $199.95

Made in: China

Infrared Rating: Good

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: Silent Wave motor enables ultra-high-speed AF with exceptional accuracy, super-quiet operation.


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

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length55-200mm
Mount TypeNikon F
FormatAPS-C / DX
Compatible Format(s)DX, FX in DX Crop Mode
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Zoom Ratio3.6x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.29x
Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/4
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)28°50'
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)
Optical Information
Lens Elements13
Lens Groups9
Diaphragm Blades9
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements2
Super Integrated Coat (SIC)Yes
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Silent Wave Motor (SWM)Yes
Minimum Focus Distance3.1 ft. (0.95m)
Focus Mode SwitchAuto, Manual
G-typeYes
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size52mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
DimensionsApprox.) 2.7x3.1 in. (Diameter x Length), 68x79mm (Diameter x Length)
WeightApprox.) 9 oz. (255g)
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesLC-52 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-1 Rear Lens Cap, HB-34 Lens Hood, CL-0815 Soft Lens Case

Lens Construction

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED Construction

MTF Chart

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED MTF tele AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED MTF Wide

Image Samples

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED Sample 4 AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED Sample 3

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED Sample 2 AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED Sample 1

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