Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II vs Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II and Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Name | Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II | Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20050 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Release Year | 2010 | 2015 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-06 | |
| MSRP | 5999 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 280 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | No information | Micro-Type Ultrasonic |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 190 cm | 110 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 8,3 | |
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Maximum Aperture | F2 |
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 | 7 |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Construction | 13 elements / 9 groups | 13 elements / 9 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | 1 ED glass element |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Focal Length | 200 mm | 55-200 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
145 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR II |
Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 4 stops |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Diameter | 124 mm | 71 mm |
| Length | 203 mm | 83 mm |
| Weight | 2930 gr | 300 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S 200mm F2 G ED VR II |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
| Filter Type | Drop-in Filter | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HK-31 | HB-37 / HB-34 |
| Tripod Collar | Included | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |