Nikon AF-S NIKKOR DX 18-200mm VR II lens

The DX 18-200mm VR: Class-Leading Versatility

The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm, the next generation of Nikon's all-time best-selling premium high-ratio zoom, combines an 11.1X zoom range with VR II to provide DX-format enthusiasts with an extremely versatile zoom range in a compact form-factor. Nikon enhanced the construction of the lens to include a zoom lock switch, allowing photographers to secure the lens barrel at its minimum length, eliminating the natural gravitational effect that can draw the barrel downward during transport. VR II image stabilization helps to prevent blurry photos in a variety of lighting conditions, furthering versatility of the lens. Along with these features, Nikon's exclusive Super Integrated Coatings reduce instances of ghosting or flaring. Whether shooting artistic landscapes or vacation snapshots, this lens provides fast and quiet AF operation with the help of Nikon's SWM technology.

Designed to be a one-lens solution and weighing in at a mere 565 grams and only 96.5mm in length, this lens provides an extraordinary picture angle of 27-300mm (35mm equivalent) when mounted on any Nikon DX-format cameras such as the new D300S or D3000 digital SLR cameras. Additionally, the optical formula contains two ED glass elements and three aspherical lenses to minimize chromatic aberration and distortion. The resulting images exhibit extreme sharpness, extraordinarily vibrant colour, high fidelity and crisp contrast.

Features :
• A zoom lens offering a high zoom ratio with magnification of 11.1x
• Equipped with a zoom lock switch
• Equipped with a compact Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
• Built-in Vibration Reduction (VR II)
• Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) adopted

Specifications:
• Focal length: 18-200mm
• Maximum aperture: f/3.5-5.6
• Minimum aperture: f/22-36
• Lens construction: 16 elements in 12 groups (with two ED glass and three aspherical lens elements)
• Picture angle: 76¡-8¡
• Closest focusing distance: 0.5m
• No. of diaphragm blades: 7 (rounded)
• Filter/attachment size : 72mm
• Diameter x length (extension from lens mount): Approximately 77 x 96.5mm
• Weight: Approximately 565g

Supplied accessories:
• 72mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-72
• Rear Lens Cap LF-1
• Bayonet Hood HB-35
• Flexible Lens Pouch CL-1018