Nikon has recently announced a DX zoom lens Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II at CES 2015. Below is a specifications comparison between the two generations of Nikkor 55-200mm F/4-5.6 lenses.
Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II (new) | Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR | |
Focal Length Range | 55-200mm | 55-200mm |
Zoom Ratio | 3.6x | 3.6x |
Maximum Aperture | f/4-5.6 | f/4 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22-32 | f/22 |
Format | DX | DX |
Maximum Angle of View (DX-format) | 28°50′ | 28°50′ |
Minimum Angle of View (DX-format) | 8° | 8° |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.23x | 0.23x |
Lens Elements | 13 | 15 |
Lens Groups | 9 | 11 |
Compatible Format(s) | DX | DX FX in DX Crop Mode |
VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
ED Glass Elements | 1 | 1 |
Super Integrated Coating | Yes | Yes |
AF-S (Silent Wave Motor) | Yes | Yes |
Internal Focusing | Yes | Yes |
Minimum Focus Distance | 3.7ft.(1.1m) | 3.6ft.(1.1m) |
Focus Mode | Auto/Manual | Auto Manual |
Filter Size | 52mm | 52mm |
Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on | Screw-on |
Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 2.7in.(70.5mm)x3.2in.(83mm)Based on CIPA Standard | 2.9in.(73.6mm)x3.9in.(99.5mm) |
Approx. Weight | 10.6oz.(300g)Based on CIPA Standard | 11.8oz.(335g) |
Price | $346.95 | $246.95 |
affiliate retailers | Amazon | Amazon |
Source: NR