This is a zoom lens manufactured by Tamron and the model was launched 2008.
The lens belongs to the category
superzoom lenses. A superzoom lens gives you a wide zoom range, from a wider field of view (wide angle) to a more narrow field of view (telephoto) and is usually appreciated as an all-in-one travel lens.
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| Compability, auto focus and focal length |
| This lens is designed and meant for Nikon cameras with a smaller sensor (often referred to as 'APS-C') which means that the lens does not fit all camera models. By clicking on the link below you can make sure that the lens works with your camera model and you should do an additional check with your local dealer as well, before you buy the lens just to be sure.
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The ability to use auto focus is available for all cameras.
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| The lens has a focal length of 18-200 mm.
Since the lens is designed to be used on a camera with smaller sensor ('APS-C') the focal length will be equivalent to 27-300 mm on your Nikon camera.
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| A positive thing is that this lens has a versitale zoom range, where the difference between 'maximum zoomed out' to 'maximum zoomed in' increases the lens versatility since you as a photographer easily can compose your picture without moving yourself physically. |
| See compatible cameras and perceived/equivalent focal length |
| Read more about focal length and your field of view |
| Read more on the cameras impact on the perceived focal length |
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| Lens brightness and image stabilizer |
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The lens brightness and aperture value is f/3,5-6,3.
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This lens is not considered to have a good aperture value and brightness. It is something to consider before you purchase the lens. To compensate for this you might, while photographing in less favorable light conditions, be forced to either use higher ISO settings (which generates more noise in the image), slower shutter speeds (which may give some motion blur) or flash lightning. Read more at the link below what lens brightness means to you as a photographer.
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| One thing to consider is that the lens has a variable brightness, which means that depending on how much you are zooming the lens will have a different maximum aperture value. At 18 mm the lens brightness is f/3,5 and at 200 mm the brightness is f/6,3. Through the link below you can read more about what this could mean for you as a photographer.
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| The lens lacks image stabilization, which otherwise os good for avoiding the blur that can occur when using slow shutter speeds.
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| Read more about the aperture and lens brightness |
| Read more about changing brightness at different focal lengths |
| Read more about how an image stabilizer works |
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| Filter and Lens Hood |
| The lens has a traditional filter thread on the front and its measuring 62 mm which also the filter you will use must have. If you use for example an UV filter can be a cheap insurance against scratches and dust.
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If you buy this lens it will come with a lens hood, whose model name is "AD06".
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| Different versions of the lens |
| This lens has replaced an earlier version and this lens is currently the newest version but please compare it with the earlier versions before you buy it. |
| Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3,5-6,3 XR Di II (2005) |
| Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3,5-6,3 XR Di II (motorized) (2008) << The lens you are currently viewing |
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| Pictures (product and sample images) |
| In order to see larger product images of the lens, click the link below. |
| Besides looking at product images it is also of interest to see pictures taken with this specific lens. This can give you a hint of what kind of images this lens can achieve, what the focal length will be like etc. |
| Images of Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3,5-6,3 XR Di II (motorized) |
| Sample pictures taken with Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3,5-6,3 XR Di II (motorized) |
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| Things to consider before buying |
| Below you will find some summarized points and facts that can be considered as the 'pros and cons' of this lens. These are based entirely on the facts and values that are accessible through the lens specification, so we highly recommend that you also read the reported reviews available (see tab 'Reviews'); this in order to get a more complete view of the lens and its capabilites. Reviewer opinions reflect the lens, its use and its optical performance in a more accurate way, but any way - here a few different points to consider before buying this lens. |
 | The price (more info) |
| A versatile lens for those who own their first DSLR camera |
| An impressive focal range |
| Has a built-in auto focus motor |
| A lens hood is included |
| Light weight (398 gr) | | The lens is the latest among several editions |
 | Works only on cameras with APS-C sensor |
| No built-in image stabilizer |
| Poor aperture value with its f/6,3 |
| A variable lens brightness at different focal lengths |
| The lens is not sealed against moisture and dust |
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