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