Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED vs Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED and Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Name | Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED | Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Release Year | 2005 | 2005 |
Release Date | ||
MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Lens Type | Telephoto | Superzoom |
Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | No information | No information |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 95 cm | 50 cm |
Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Maximum Aperture |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 200 mm Variable Aperture |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 18 mm F5,6 at 200 mm Variable Aperture |
Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Construction | 13 elements / 9 groups | 16 elements / 12 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Focal Length | 55-200 mm | 18-200 mm |
Zoom Range | 145 mm | 182 mm |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
VR II |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Weather Sealing | No | No |
Diameter | 68 mm | 77 mm |
Length | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Weight | 255 gr | 560 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
Nikon AF-S DX 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 52 mm | 72 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | HB-34 | HB-35 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |