About this item Ultra-compact 3x zoom lens made exclusively for use with Nikon Digital SLR models 55-200mm focal length f4-5.6 maximum aperture Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare Silent Wave Motor
Product Dimensions 3.1 x 3.07 x 3.1 inches Item Weight 9 ounces ASIN B0009HN57Y Item model number 2156 Batteries 1 9V batteries required. Customer Reviews
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Product Dimensions 3.1 x 3.07 x 3.1 inches
Item Weight 9 ounces
ASIN B0009HN57Y
Item model number 2156
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Best Sellers Rank #898 in SLR Camera Lenses #51,084 in Camera & Photo Accessories
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No
Date First Available August 28, 2005
Manufacturer Nikon
About this item Ultra-compact 3x zoom lens made exclusively for use with Nikon Digital SLR models 55-200mm focal length f4-5.6 maximum aperture Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare Silent Wave Motor
The Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Nikkor Zoom Lens is an ultra compact, lightweight telephoto zoom lens with a 3.6x and 55- to 200-millimeter focal range that offers a remarkable cost-to-performance ratio. Optimized for use with Nikon digital SLRs, this lens is ideally suited for the Nikon D50 digital SLR camera.
This affordable and powerful zoom offers the performance equivalent to an 82.5- to 300-millimeter lens in 35mm format and is suitable for everything from candid portraits to sports, nature, and wildlife photography. Featuring a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) that offers smooth and quite auto focus performance, this lens comes in black and measures a compact 2.7 inches in diameter by 3.1 inches in length and weighs approximately nine ounces.
For optics, the lens employs two ED glass elements that achieve a high resolution and contrast while minimizing chromatic aberration and other forms of distortion. By using this lens along with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G ED lens (sold separately), photographers can achieve a focal length range from 18-millimeter wide-angle to 200-millimeter telephoto, providing a picture angle equivalent to a 27- to 300-millimeter lens in 35mm format. This range allows you to cover an extremely wide variety of subjects and shooting situations.
Note: This lens is not compatible with 35mm or IX240 format film cameras.
What’s in the Box
Lens, snap-on front lens cap (LC-52), rear cap (LF-1), hood (HB-34), and semi-soft case (CL-0815).
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| Product Dimensions | 3.1 x 3.07 x 3.1 inches |
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| Item Weight | 9 ounces |
| ASIN | B0009HN57Y |
| Item model number | 2156 |
| Batteries | 1 9V batteries required. |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #898 in SLR Camera Lenses #51,084 in Camera & Photo Accessories |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | August 28, 2005 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
catherine weaver –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Camera lens
It worked flawlessly with my Nikon camera
Holly –
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Add to your Camera Bag
I use this lens more than I use the 18-55mm. This is a better lens for portraits so that you aren’t up into somebody’s personal business. I was able to take a picture of a plane in the sky, and though I could not zoom in on all the details with the lens, I could crop the image on my d5000 and still print the cropped image at a 18×20. And see the details. I noticed a little noise on completely zoomed in images if they are cropped, but I love this lens. It does not have VR (vibration reduction) so hold your hand steady, or use a tripod for slower shutter speeds. If you need to go out with your camera and can’t lug around your bag of lenses, take this one. It gets the job done. But remember, just because you can zoom way close, this is NOT a macro lens…
2 people found this helpful
SBS –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good, basic utility lens
I bought a Nikon D70s body only and put together a range of coverage from 10mm through 500mm including the 55-200mm Autofocus Nikkor Zoom. It is, as most of the DX lenses, a plastic based barrel and is light enough to travel and easy to hand hold in most lighting situations. Although I have not had the lens that long, it seems to be fast focusing and sharp optically. If it holds up as well as it appears from other reviews I have read, the price makes it a good general usage lens. The plastic construction should not be held as a negative as it seems to be sturdy nonetheless. The manual/autofocus switch is easy to use and the lens shade bayonets in and also stores reversed by bayoneting as well. The mount is plastic but, unless you abuse your equipment, seems to seat well and does not appear to be a negative factor.
72 people found this helpful
TJM –
3.0 out of 5 stars
I always read the worse reviews first and this product had it’s share
I always read the worse reviews first and this product had it’s share. Just arrived today and have already taken over 200 shots with it using my Nikon D7000 (also arrived today). I upgraded from a Sony DSC F 828 I’ve had for almost 12 years. A nice camera but very dated. Anyway… I couldn’t be happier with this lens.UPDATEAfter using this lens for about a week and taking almost 3,000 photos, the zoom ring began to stiffen up from 105mm to 200mm making it “jumpy” and difficult to operate. I’m sending it back and replacing it with a Tamron 70 to 300mm. The lens still provided me with some GREAT pictures (mostly of my two dogs) but the zoom issue was a deal breaker.One last comment, The camera I purchased dropped in price only days after I purchased it. I contacted Amazon via “chat” and they refunded the difference! So… keep an eye on the price of anything you purchase for at least 7 days from the day of delivery. If the price drops, Amazon will give you back the difference.
41 people found this helpful
IRoC_IFoto –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Cheap Used Product
The unit came as described-used condition with signs of wear so this was already a conceived notion I had in mind when receiving the product. When taking the lens out for a test run on my Nikon D 5100, the auto focusing seemed to have an issue locking on a target when using the longer end between 70-200MM, when I manually focus I can get around this issue but hinders the main idea of getting this sort of lens. That being said the optics of the lens are pristine and it will be something to keep around for those shots that require the range until I can afford something else.For future buyers consider a few things when looking at this lens that I didn’t, buying a used lens at this level (DX Consumer) most other operators will most likely not have the same care of the products that you may have so they will fatigue quicker, the build of these type of lens are plastic so again very fragile. This lens in particular was replaced with a VR type which is only 20-40$ more and 100% worth it, this shouldn’t be an option for you. Lastly, look to buy new if possible as it will re-insure your.
3 people found this helpful
NikonD3100 –
5.0 out of 5 stars
great lens! used with my D3100
i got this lens because i needed a wider range of zoom. i also have the 35mm 1.8 lens and although this lens isn’t as sharp it has great quality, the pictures are best at a longer range using a tripod, but this would be great for nature photography or even doing model shoots. it handles well in low lighting and is just really great for the price, being that i bought it as “used” i was very pleased with the results, it looked brand new, no visible scratches whatsoever. it comes with a lens cap and a body cap, and also a hood, all of great quality. it even came with a carrying case. the shipping was great, i ordered it friday and received it on that monday after. i’m very pleased, although i don’t think it could be considered a “prime” or “pro” lens, but it’s great for beginner/intermediate photographers. don’t think twice about ordering it! great deal!
2 people found this helpful
carl –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Lackluster kit lens cheap
this lens is cheap, no doubt about it. It looks cheap, feels cheap, and is really kind of an indicator of how nikon has decided to split up amateur and pro product lines. For example, they label it AFS, and yes it does have a focus motor, but it is painfully slow, and since it doesn’t have manual focus override it is actually worse than slow because with manual focus overide on every other AFS nikkor i have used, you can prefocus to get close and then hit the AF start button and you are done. Not this thing. Not only that but at 200mm this toy is at f5.6 which makes manual focus difficult, and it makes auto focus tough also.i suppose it might be okay if it’s what you can afford, but i would seriouly think about the 70-300 ed which is a bit faster at 200 and might be cheaper. the VR version of this lens suffers from the same problems but throws in a limited vr function that just might make that lens worth it but this ones a shoot thru lens cap at best, and an annoying one at that. it doesn’t deserve the afs label at all as most of my non afs lenses, including the 70-300 focus faster.
One person found this helpful
Travis E. –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Decent zoom lens for the price
I’ve had this lens for about 4 years, I got it about the same time I got the D50. I wanted it to compliment the 18-55mm lens that came with the camera. Zooming into 200 mm when I’m taking a photo of an object that is fairly close turns out pretty good and low and high speeds, but if the object is still a decent distance away, there is a bit of “noise” and the picture isn’t as sharp–even if I’m holding the camera steady and I’m using a fast shutter speed. Having a lens with VR technology would be a good upgrade. I also have the 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR ED Nikkor Lens and it’s a much better lens.I guess in a nutshell I’d say this lens is good for the price, but if you can spend a little more, go with the 55-200 with the VR technology, you’ll get “better bang for your buck”.Also, get a clear UV filter, if for no other reason than to protect the lens.
5 people found this helpful
Cooper –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good starter Telephoto lens
I bought this lens because I was looking for a decent starter telephoto lens. This Lens does fine in good lighting but lacks the aperture to shoot at night without adding speedlights or having a very slow shutter speed. I was looking a buying the VR version but decided it was a uneeded feature since I do have tripods. That said I haven’t had any issues with blurred pictures except in low lighting when the shutter is down around 1/60th. Overall if your are looking for a lens to shoot your kids games, wildlife etc. during the day. This lens will not let you down.
2 people found this helpful
Kim –
4.0 out of 5 stars
The lens was good and came with everything it said it would and …
The lens was good and came with everything it said it would and quickly. It did not however, work well with my Nikon D60 camera. The zoom didn’t go as far as I needed and of course the auto focus didn’t work all the way which I heard after the fact is typical for this camera. No fault of the lens. I sent it back for free and the seller did give me a full refund. Thank you.
3 people found this helpful
KaoticKaotic –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Better quality zoom than my last lens
I literally ordered this the day before and it ended up at my doorstep this morning. The lens works very well with my Nikon. Better quality zoom than my last lens. I love it. I can’t wait to use it in my photography class.
M.G. –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great store not so great lens for a D3000
Great store and fast shipping. I guess an okay lens but not for a D3000 check out the other lenses that the store sells. This one didn’t reduce the shaking at all even with my tripod. I checked it online and many photographers agree that its not a well made lens.
Wesley M. D. –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Nikkor Zoom Lens (Black)
Fantastic Product – I believe that this lens is perfect whether you are a professional or not. You do not need to spend extra for the vibration control lens – you dont need it – I took pictures from a regular SLR for years with a lens of the same quality – it still works great.This lens is just as easy to use as the standard lens that comes with the unit.I recommend this lens as a great buy.
One person found this helpful
Mary Guillemette –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect
Very nice lens. Quick delivery, and well taken care of. Will buy from this seller again.
Brutus Maximus –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Approved!
Got this for my dog Haley. She’s big into photography. I don’t like the fact she mostly takes pictures of other dogs butts, but who am I to judge? She says it works great and highly recommends it.
3 people found this helpful
D. Link –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nikon Nikor zoom lens
Haven”t gotten to use the lens too much so far, but have had great results with what I have done. I have two other lenses one higher focus and one lower focus, so this is the perfect medium for when I don”t want to change lenses constantly or lug around all of them
GiGi –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good for longer distance photo ops
I found that I was switching lenses a lot when I wanted to take a picture of something closer because this lens is really geared for longer distance. I’m still getting used to DSLR- probably some of the issue is learning curve.
2 people found this helpful
Amazon Customer –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Its an amazing lens. I believe that u can take any …
Its an amazing lens. I believe that u can take any photos with any lens , as a photographer ita our own worlds. And this lens makes amazing photos. I’m so happy with it.
Gordon C. Wery –
5.0 out of 5 stars
good product, good pricing
works as described. fits the body well and integrates with the camera electronics well. looked very clean with no blemishes. as long as it holds up, it should be a very good value. amazon had the best price of all the sites i checked.
2 people found this helpful
Charles McGehee –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nice addition to my Camera
I can’t really say much about this lens. It is well constructed. Clean. It work’s great, although outdoor’s the auto focus is not absolutely perfect, but that could be due to the camera. Manual focus is better for long zooming if you are using the Nikon D3100 when outdoors in bright sunlight.Absolutely worth the money!
2 people found this helpful
Noemi Noemi –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Overall good quality I totally recommended if you need update on lens
I love it honestly works perfectly fine and takes good pictures I had a 19-55 and I needed a upgrade and I got the 55-200 and it’s great better quality and these are some pictures I’ve taken with the camera so far!
EB –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Nice
I played with this lens at the river and in the woods yesterday and I love it. It did exactly what I was looking for and at a great price. Yes the auto focus is a little slow but you get what you pay for and I think this lens is awesome for its price. The mount is plastic but seems well made and I don’t think it will be an issue. It is light weight and easy to operate. I recommend this lens and seller.
3 people found this helpful
B Reid –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Get it if you havent got it yet!!!
Im really like my new lens-I wish I had gotten this when I first got the camera-the zoom is great for me at this stage in the game-I have just started my new hustle so this lens and along with the one that came with it is perfect for me-the money has already started coming in from folk wanting there pics taken-
3 people found this helpful
DJ R. –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Really cool lens, I use it a lot now
Really cool lens, I use it a lot now. I just didn’t like the picture they used to sell it. It’s my fault for buying without reading anything first, but this lens does not come with the lens hood I don’t really care but it would have been cool if it did. Good lens
Amazon Customer –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great Lens, Slow AF
Good solid zoom lens. Important to note that the digital crop with the Nikon DX meter is 1.5, that means the lens is equivalent to a 82-300mm lens on a 35mm SLR. It is a slow lens so if you feel you will be shooting a lot in low light, go for the VR feature or invest in a tripod. The one downside is that the auto focus seems slow compared to my other lenses, but not slow enough to frustrated me or ruin a picture. If he AF is too slow switch to MF.
One person found this helpful
alyon –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Impressed
I gave this Nikon 55-200mm lens a 5 star review. I found it to take wonderful pictures. I’ve only taking a few of my daughter, but I was impressed with the pictures I reviewed when I was done. The product came extremely fast, and I saved a lot of money by ordering off Amazon. I haven’t found any cons yet. I think this is a perfect purchase for someone who wants a good lens, but doesnt want to spend a fortune.
One person found this helpful
Kindle Customer –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Oenership too new to rate effectively.
Have only owned the product for 5days. The rating is based on previous experience with Nikon products and appearance.
Tori V. –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
I have a nikon D40 and the standard lens it came with, but I’ve been dying to get my hands on a 50-200mm lens, and this lens did not disappoint. Everything fit correctly, the adjustments and focusing are extremely smooth, and I can’t wait to really test it out. I would recommend this to anyone with a DSLR- beginners wont have any issues using this. Very easy and fun. From FL to Or took just 3 days. Very happy.
Mozue –
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love it
As a beginning photographer, I am loving this. I get really good pictures and I can practice on this lens until I am good enough (and I save enough money – lol) to get a better lens. This does not mean that I will not use the lens after I get the other one! I paid for this one and I am going to use it until it falls apart! 🙂
One person found this helpful
Tammy Scates –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lens
It took forever to get it, I dont think it was the suppliers fault though. It was delivered to a completely different town, however once I contacted Amazon, I got it soon after. I have not had much of a chance to use it yet, but the few times I have it seemed to be very nice.
Patricia A. Rogers –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Lens
Great Lens, love it!!!
Ralph Simmons –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Worked Perfectly
Lens was needed to replace a faulty old unit and it was exactly what we needed. It came quickly and worked perfectly out of the box. We would buy again.
marquita taylor –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED Auto Focus-S DX Nikkor Zoom Lens
The lens was exactly as specified. The pricing was fair and reasonable compared to other sellers. I will purchase from Global Camera USA again.
Phyllis C. Gregoire –
5.0 out of 5 stars
portraits to close ups! Perfect lens!
Love the smaller size of this lens, not heavy at all but does have a good range from taking portraits to close ups. Sharp images and overall a great lens.
One person found this helpful
Diane Martin –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Replacement for my favorite lens.
It came with a hood attached and I had a slight difficulty removing it. However, it is now ok. I was a little perturbed as I ordered from this company because of the two-day shipping as I was going on a trip. I was back before it arrived; it took seven days to arrive.
vespafive –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Don’t let the price fool you, it’s actually a pretty good lens
I first bought this 55-200mm through an outside vendor and it’s amazing how these electronics megastores will mark up their items to a ridiculous price. This lens is NOT worth over $200 and if you paid that much, I advise you return it and save $$$$ by ordering through amazon.com which was what I did. I returned this nice lens to that store but bought it again through amazon.com and saved $100! Anyways, this lens goes great with my 18-55mm lens that came with my Nikon D50. The 3.6x zoom is not bad at all and if you can live with the slow autofocus, it’s actually pretty good bang for your buck. You start losing a little depth when you near 200mm. The images are still sharp (depth starts to suffer the more you zoom in). This lens is actually quite good in regards to image quality. If you’re expecting rapid focus, this lens is not for you. No matter how good the lens/camera is, I always photo edit afterwards anyway. This lens is worth the money if you are not really willing to fork out the $$$ for Vibration Reduction (don’t get me wrong, it’s great to have, but I was taking pictures fine with a tripod and remote and I don’t mind lugging those along). Plus changing lens is no big deal for a photographer of my type. This 55-200mm lens is a winner in my opinion.
20 people found this helpful
Sumana –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Verry usefull
i have taken a lot of good pics with the lens and would highly recommend for people on a budget.
MO –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great lens
Used with Nikon
JRL –
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 year old vintage Lens – in new unsold condition
This is an unsold new 18 year old vintage lens.
MG –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Solid entry multpurpose lens
I was in the market for a 70-300mm, but was in a pinch because my inexperience led me to incorrectly buy an AF-P for my 3200, our trip was less than a week away, and this was the only lens of its tier that could arrive in time.I was really pleased. We didn’t really have a lot of time to allow for lens changes on the fly, but the ability to use 55mm meant I wasn’t missing *too* much when it came to shoot landscapes, and there were only a couple instances where I felt I was really missing that extra zoom on the top end.I would have maybe dinged them a star for some less than perfect packaging, but the lens I had bought from them in error was packaged well. For the time being, it gets 5* for doing everything I could have reasonably expected it to do. My only concern so far is that it adjusting the length feels just a hair looser than I like.
QueenOBeans –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect Telephoto for Budget Shoppers
I wanted to get a decent start with a digital SLR, but for a hobby camera, I can’t justify spending $1000 on one lens. This zoom lens gives me sharp results in good light, and passable but grainy results in low light. If you learn the strong and weak points of this lens and use it accordingly, you won’t be disappointed. If you aren’t willing to learn to work your lens, you probably won’t be happy with the high-dollar ones, either. 😉 This makes a good partner to the 18-55mm kit lens with the D-50.If you’re up for spending the extra money, skip the other lenses and get the 18-200mm Nikkor for about $1000.Another good choice in this category is the 70-300mm Nikkor, also available on Amazon.
6 people found this helpful
wilddog –
5.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT LENS!
So glad I purchased this lens for my Nikon D5100. Incredible lens for the money. So lightweight and easy to use. The AF works quickly and quietly for my use – perhaps a professional might think it a little slow…it is not….pictures are great…what i like the most is the weight (or lack of)…great for travel when you don’t want to carry around heavy metal lenses. It is plastic as is the mount, but you only have to be relatively careful. With this lens I would pick up by the camera and not the lens alone, since the mount is plastic.I now only carry this and a Nikon 50mm in a smaller bag. All the lens you need.Great zoom lens.
4 people found this helpful
Darla DrakeDarla Drake –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quality
I have never taken better photos until I bought this lens. These eagles nest out at the beaver damn and I’ve been trying to get pictures for many years. With this lens I have taken such awesome photos in just one month!
VM –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Average
My friend suggested me against spending 200$ on this 55-200mm lens saying that the use will be limited.I kind of agree with him now after 6 months of use. In normal shooting walks, you will be tempted to neglect carrying this lens and also changing lens every now and then. The 200mm is useful when you are on a targeted trip with tripod and time in abundance.But hey, 200$… why not have one in the kitty?
Mark Nelson –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Works as it should
Bought this for my son. He uses it for taking pictures for my sign shop and graphic design business. It works well for what we use it for. The price was fair and we have had no problems at all with it. I would recommend.
matt –
5.0 out of 5 stars
incredible
I was very hesitant to purchase because of the price, but i had a trip coming up and wanted to make sure i had a 200mm to bring along…now i absolutely love this lens,as it spent the majority of the trip being used, while my stock 18-55 sat in its case! Its an incredible deal if your looking to save some $$ on a zoom lens. Im not a professional, so im sure it might not have the best specs. But for regular,everyday use, u cant go wrong! Shipment was fast and had no issues!! Highly recommend!
3 people found this helpful
Chez S –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Only 4 stars because how it was packaged
There was no tracking info, it did come alittle sooner then suppose to but it came packaged in just a bubble envelope. It smelled alittle to. But overall the lens works perfect, even though it’s not a VR it still takes really great shots. I hand held it during my nephews wrestling tournament and I still got really good shots, very sharp and in focus. I would recommend this to anyone.
One person found this helpful
Ebo A. –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Work perfect
Redha Mohammed Jassim –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Without VR.. Challenging.
Unless you are shooting in daytime outside.. Grabbing hand held steady photos with it when zoomed in is quite a challange.. plus, .. the difference in price with the VR version is silly.Would rather go for the VR version instead of this one.Buy this lens if:– You are an amateur who loves taking photos of birds during daytime at the beach or wherever .. as long as there is sunlight. And, you don’t want to spend a huge amount of money on photography gear.But I greatly recommend buying the VR version.
Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR [Vibration Reduction] Zoom Nikkor Lens3 people found this helpful
Hannah Beuth –
5.0 out of 5 stars
This lens was fantastic! It works great
Bought a D3200 which only came with a 18-55mm lens, so I wanted to complete the package. This lens was fantastic! It works great, and I’ve actually used it more than I ever thought I would. It came right on time, and in perfect condition! I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable, refurbished lens. The only problem is this is a bit misleading. It does not come with the lens hood, but overall, I am completely content with this purchase!
One person found this helpful
Noel perena –
4.0 out of 5 stars
its ok for the price
got mine refurbished. Its works great! takes sharp pictures. If you want the same lens though and have more money get the VR version to reduce the vibration when shooting at long distance with slower shutter speed. otherwise it works fine to me and my d3100. dont expect miracles from it and you will be satisfied.
Rogers Cooper –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Happy with Len but unhappy with item string after the delivery guarantee date.
The Len is what I expected. I am happy with the camera Len, but it arrived late. I contributed the item srriving late on FedEx. I encourage the company to use UPS to meet the guarantee delivery date.
Brian Pitts –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very Good lens for the money!
I like a shorter lens like a prime 35 or the standard 18-55mm this gives my some versatility to get a tighter shot & I like that. Unfortunately the mounting ring is plastic so treat it well. outstanding crisp detail as with all Nikon lenses…..the 55-300 is also Amazing W/ metal mount ring!
Fastphoto –
4.0 out of 5 stars
AF works fine
I use this lens with a D50. This lens captures great photos of my granddaughter and her team playing Fast Pitch softball. The D50 is set to take continuous shots of action on the field. Very few of the photos are blurred due to the AF ability. 98% of the photos taken are suitable for printing on quality photo paper.
Arturo E. Salcedo –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Lens
I recommend this product as an added feature to your Nikon Camera.
Steven E. Carlson –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for my needs
I am not a professional photographer but I do know what I like and this little lens is perfect. It is light weight, and it takes great pictures. The smaller lens allows me to store it easier. I read all of the previous reviews and the fact that it is plastic does not bother me as much as I thought it might. It seems plenty sturdy to me. So for me, an amateur photographer, I am happy to own this lens.
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David Theisen –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very pleased with what I got for the price I paid, thanks !
OH I AM HAPPY ! very pleased with what I got for the price I paid, thanks Amazon !!! Came pretty fast to my door step, put it on my camera and went right to taking pictures, love the results, buy this one.
Mike & Laura –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Its ok but…
I love the fact I can now zoom in on my sons football games but the edges are blurred. It’s probably a setting in my camera which I’m new to this whole SLR thing so still learning. The construction is great and pictures are clear, just trying to learn how to use a digital SLR…
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D.Gatz –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Solid Lens
I bought this lens for a special deal with my new Nikon d3100. I could not believe the quality it provided for that price. I enjoy its light weight so it doesn’t feel like I’m dragging along an entire studio like most lenses do. It’s a bit noisy and slow but overall, it’s a great product
4 people found this helpful
Country Life –
4.0 out of 5 stars
… as a replacement and my pictures are so much better. Very very pleased
My original lens that came with my camera broke so I ordered this one as a replacement and my pictures are so much better. Very very pleased. Im in professional photography school and use this lens on my nikon d3300.
4 people found this helpful