Quick answer
The Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED is a standard to telephoto zoom lens covering 55-200mm at f/4.0 for the Nikon F mount. Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
About this lens
A 55-200mm f/4-5.6 APS-C short-telephoto zoom lens, the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.
Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED specifications
- Brand
- Nikon
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 55-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.0
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2005
- Optical construction
- 13 elements in 9 groups
- Autofocus motor
- SWM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.95 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 255 g
- Length
- 79 mm
- Diameter
- 68 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED?
At 55-200mm this is a standard to telephoto zoom, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 83–300mm | 6.9–24.6° | 8.2–29.4° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED use?
It uses the Nikon F mount, so it fits Nikon F cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED?
It zooms across 55-200mm with a maximum aperture of f/4.0. That makes it a standard to telephoto lens.
Is the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 55-200mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/4.0.
What is the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 83–300mm on full frame, with a 6.9–24.6° horizontal and 8.2–29.4° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED fit?
Any Nikon F-mount camera, including Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Nikon D3000, Nikon D300S, and Nikon D3100 and 35 more.
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