| Nikon 18-200MM F3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S VR DX | 
 enlarge | Brand: Nikon
Category: CE
Buy New: £383.00
New (14) Used (1) from £383.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  15 reviews
Sales Rank: 765
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 11.1
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 4 x 6 x 9
MPN: 2159
Model: 2159
UPC: 018208021598
EAN: 0018208021598
ASIN: B000BY52NU
Release Date: February 7, 2008
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
Condition: Brand New Nikon Lens, UK Stock, Next Day Royal Mail Special Delivery, One Year Suppliers Warranty
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| Customer Reviews:
 Brilliant April 2, 2008
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
This lens was the reason why I went with Nikon rather than cannon, brilliant choice - highly recommended
Believe it March 21, 2008
5 out of 7 found this review helpful
Glorious lens which seems to defy accepted wisdom and works all the way through its extensive zoom range. The rules have been re-written to accommodate this lens.
Brilliant all-round lens January 18, 2008
41 out of 42 found this review helpful
A year ago I got rid off my 28-200mm, that was a good lens but hard work in low light with no VR (Vibration Reduction). I did buy two new lenses but not very practical to carry several lenses whilst on holiday and trying to change lenses whilst on the move is not a wise thing to do.
This lens came in time for my trip. I had my doubts considering the 3.5-5.6 aperture as i got use to having fixed 2.8 aperture, but after reading some of the reviews regarding the VR2 and i needed a descent lens, i decided to take the plunge.
In a few minutes of trying the lens out, i became convinced this lens will be a great companion on my trip. Even in low light (room) by reducing the shutter speed to 5th of a second and aperture at 3.5 and keeping the VR2 at norman mode, the pictures are very clear, without any blurr. This i have not managed to do with other lenses with similar aperture.
The lens features the very useful features of manual and auto focus on the lens. Ideal when the camera has complex focusing to do. It is very quick to switch over to manual focus without having to fiddle with the camera focus control.
The VR has two modes, normal and active. Normal is fine for everyday use, although some sharpness is taken away (at extreme zoom), therefore where possible, keep it off. Active is really for sports and fast moving photography.
In general, the lens is superb and i will highly recommend this for a general lens. It is a step up from a kit lens, but the result and overall practicality out-weighs the cost. This is an all round lens that will suit everyday photography and will take enjoyment to a new level for the photographer who has just purchased their SLR or for the photographer who wants more than the kit lens offers. The next level is the professional type lenses, therefore if you are more demanding, then the only option is to buy separate wide angle lens and telezoom lens, which can set you back around 2000.
In conclusion, the best way to get the very best result is to shoot in manual mode or shutter priority. The lens is superb, colour, sharpness, functionality and all round ability, there really is not a lens that is comparable in this price bracket in terms of quality and results.
Happy snapping
 OK for snap shots December 27, 2007
12 out of 57 found this review helpful
Buy it if you don't mind serious distortion, low contrast and poor resolution if you use it close to maximum aperture. Don't bother if you want high quality prints at a decent size.
Nikon 18-200 Lens Review October 5, 2007
19 out of 21 found this review helpful
Simple - dogs conkers. I have this lens, a 12-24mm for wide angle, and a 80-400mm for serious relatively cheap reach. This is for when you want to bring the camera out and don't want it too heavy but extremely capable. Has great reach with a tiny bit of distortion at 200mm. Whack on a 70mm CP filter and you winning. The VR is spot on too and does what it says it does. Good for general bird photography right back to portrait. Rarer than the proverbial though - i got mine about 18 months ago and I still get people asking me how I got one.
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