Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED DX VR Lens
The Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR is a 18–200mm f/3.5 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Used copies start from $137.36 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED DX VR Lens
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Lens Overview — Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
Key Features — Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
11x Superzoom Range: Covers 18mm to 200mm in a single lens, eliminating the need to carry and swap multiple lenses for wide-angle through telephoto shooting.
Vibration Reduction Stabilization: Built-in optical VR helps counteract camera shake for sharper handheld shots at longer focal lengths or in lower light.
AF-S Silent Wave Motor: Nikon's internal focus motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus well-suited to both stills and candid shooting situations.
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass: ED lens elements reduce chromatic aberration and color fringing, particularly important at the telephoto end of the zoom range.
f/3.5 Maximum Aperture: Widest aperture at the 18mm end offers reasonable light-gathering capability for a lens covering this broad a zoom range.
DX-Format APS-C Design: Optimized for Nikon's DX-sensor DSLR bodies, delivering an effective focal length equivalent of approximately 27-300mm in full-frame terms.
Lens Specifications — Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Landscape, Portrait, Beginner-Friendly |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 18–200mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Filter Thread | 72mm |
Description — Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED DX VR Lens is a zoom lens built for APS-C format DSLR cameras, mounted via the Nikon F bayonet. Its focal length spans 18mm to 200mm, covering wide-angle through telephoto shooting scenarios in a single, convenient optic. The maximum aperture of f/3.5 at the wide end provides solid light-gathering for a superzoom.
Built-in optical image stabilization helps keep images sharp during handheld use across the zoom range. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, giving shooters control over how focus is acquired. A 72mm filter thread makes it easy to attach polarizing filters, ND filters, or other common accessories.
At 560g, the lens is manageable for everyday carry, especially considering the breadth of focal lengths it covers. Designed specifically for the Nikon F mount on DSLR bodies with APS-C sensors, this lens targets photographers who want versatility without the need to carry and swap multiple optics.
Pros — Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
- ✓Broad 18-200mm focal length range (minFocalLength: 18, maxFocalLength: 200) covers wide-angle through telephoto in a single lens
- ✓Optical image stabilization (imageStabilization: Optical) helps reduce camera shake for handheld shooting
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus (focusType: Auto, Manual) for flexible operation
Cons — Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
- ✗APS-C-only format (lensFormat: APS-C) means the lens cannot be used on full-frame Nikon F-mount bodies
- ✗At 560g (weight: 560g), the lens adds noticeable bulk to a camera kit despite its travel-oriented concept
- ✗Variable maximum aperture across the zoom range starts at f/3.5 but narrows at longer focal lengths, limiting low-light performance at telephoto
Reviews — Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
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