Nikon Nikkor 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 G AF-S

The 55-200MM F4.5-5.6G AF-S VR DX Lens by Nikon is a great piece of equipment. In standard SLR terms, it equates to a focal length of roughly 80-300mm. The build quality is good, but not amazing - as this is a budget model. The rubber zoom ring is comfortable to hold, and most importantly won't move on its own when you tilt the lens up or down. However, the focus ring at the end of the unit is quite disappointing - small and too easy to turn - it feels rather plasticky also. Image quality is more than acceptable, giving pretty good results throughout the zoom range. There is a slight softness at maximum zoom, but nothing too drastic, and nothing ...  Read the complete review