Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200 mm 4-5,6G ED

This was announced April 20th, 2005

Focal Length: 55 - 200mm, similar to an 85 - 300 mm lens on a 35 mm film camera.

Elements: 13 elements in 9 groups. Two are of ED glass. This is a lot of elements for such an inexpensive lens, which suggests the optics will be far better than many people might expect.

Focus system: Silent wave motor internal to lens.

Filter Thread: 52 mm

Size: 3.1" (79 mm) long by 2.7" (68 mm) around.

Weight: 9 oz. (255 g)

Aperture Range: f/4 - 22 at 55 mm; f/5.6 - 32 at 200 mm.

Diaphragm: Nine blades, rounded at larger apertures.

Close Focus: 3.1 feet (0.95 meters)

Distortion

Distortion is moderate pincushion at all focal lengths, except at 55 mm where there is no distortion.

Accessories: 52mm snap-on front lens cap (LC-52), Rear Cap (LF-1), hood (HB-34) and semi soft case (CL-0815).