Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II vs Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II and Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED.
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Product |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Name | Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II | Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Also known as | Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II | Nikon Nikkor AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
| SKU | 20050 | |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Release Year | 2015 | 1992 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-06 | |
| MSRP | N/A | 1224 USD |
| Last known price | 280 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Lens Type | Telephoto | Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | YesNote. See below for further information |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Motor Type | Micro-Type Ultrasonic | N/A |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 110 cm | 150 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
Aperture |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| 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 |
F2,8 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Construction | 13 elements / 9 groups | 16 elements / 11 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | 1 ED glass element | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Focal Length | 55-200 mm | 80-200 mm |
| Zoom Range | 145 mm | 120 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Length | 83 mm | 187 mm |
| Weight | 300 gr | 1580 gr |
Other |
Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm F4-5.6 G VR II |
Nikon AF 80-200mm F2.8 D IF ED |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Not Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | HB-37 / HB-34 | HB-7 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | Included |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
