Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II vs Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II and Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II | Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Release Year | 2009 | 2005 |
| Release Date | ||
| MSRP | 2399 USD | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| 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 | 140 cm | 95 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 200 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Construction | 21 elements / 18 groups | 13 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Focal Length | 70-200 mm | 55-200 mm |
| Zoom Range | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR II |
No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Length | 209 mm | 79 mm |
| Weight | 1540 gr | 255 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 70-200mm F2.8 G IF-ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G ED |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-48 | HB-34 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
