Used Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR for Sale — From £48 | UsedLens.co.uk

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Great for: wildlife photography sports and action travel photography outdoor events portraiture at distance

Nikon's compact DX telephoto kit zoom with good reach and VR at a budget price.

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR is a compact telephoto zoom for Nikon's APS-C DSLR system, launched in 2007 as the standard second lens to pair with the 18-55mm kit zoom on D40-, D60-, and D80-series bodies. Covering an 82-300mm equivalent range, it provides telephoto reach for wildlife, sports, and travel photography at an entry-level price. The IF (Internal Focus) designation means the barrel length remains constant during focus and the front element does not rotate — useful when using polarising filters. An ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element manages chromatic aberration across the zoom range, particularly at longer focal lengths.

The optical design uses 15 elements in 11 groups, including one ED element. The 52mm filter thread is shared with Nikon's DX 18-55mm kit lens, making filter carry-over practical for a two-lens DX travel setup. At 335g the lens is light for its telephoto range — considerably lighter than the full-frame 70-300mm VR. Minimum focus distance of 1.1m is appropriate for telephoto use cases; primary subjects like wildlife and sports are typically well beyond this point. Nikon's VR (Vibration Reduction) system on the original version provides approximately 3 stops of shake compensation. The AF-S Silent Wave Motor provides quiet autofocus independent of the camera body's AF drive motor, making the lens compatible with D40 and D60 bodies that lack a body-side AF motor. The G designation indicates no aperture ring; build is lightweight plastic with no weather sealing. A second generation, the VR II, introduced an updated retractable barrel design in subsequent years.

For travel and day-trip telephoto work the 55-200mm VR covers the most common situations adequately — distant wildlife, outdoor events, and sports. The 82-300mm equivalent range pairs naturally with an 18-55mm kit zoom to span the full focal length range. VR is effective for static subjects; at 200mm the approximately 3-stop compensation allows handheld shots in lower light that would otherwise require a tripod. Centre sharpness is solid across the zoom range when stopped down one stop; edge performance at 200mm wide open softens, as is typical at this price tier. The 1.1m minimum focus distance is not a constraint for the lens's primary telephoto subjects, but can limit close-range work such as informal portraits at short distances.

On the used market the 55-200mm VR is consistently cheap and widely available. Condition checks should cover VR operation — listen for the characteristic damping sound on half-press — AF motor response, and zoom ring smoothness. Dust inside the lens is common but typically cosmetic and does not affect image quality. The VR II version offers a retractable barrel for more compact storage; optical performance differences between the two versions are marginal. The AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR provides greater reach and a stepping motor at increased size and weight. A dependable and low-cost telephoto option for DX shooters.

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£56.00 £61.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£56.00 £62.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£56.00 £62.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£57.00 £63.00

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£59.00 £66.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£59.00 £66.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£59.00 £66.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£60.00 £66.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£61.00 £67.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£63.00 £69.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£63.00 £69.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£63.00 £69.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£65.00 £72.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£65.00 £72.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£65.00 £72.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£69.00 £76.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£69.00 £76.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£69.00 £76.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£69.00 £76.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£71.00 £77.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£72.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£72.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£72.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£72.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£72.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£72.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£72.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

£73.00 £78.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£74.00 £81.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£74.00 £81.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£74.00 £81.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£74.00 £81.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£74.00 £81.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£74.00 £81.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Good MPB

£74.00 £81.00

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR Excellent MPB

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