7Artisans 55mm F1.4 55mm
7Artisans
55 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
Nikon
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
7Artisans 55mm F1.4 55mm
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Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
82 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews
The Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6 VR refurbished lens is generally well-received, with many users praising its value, quiet autofocus, and effective vibration reduction. While some note it is not the sharpest lens and has minor build concerns, most find it a great budget-friendly option for casual use, especially for sports and concerts. A few users mention autofocus can be iffy at max zoom, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Quiet autofocus
- Effective vibration reduction
- Compact and lightweight
- Sharp image quality
Cons
- Not the sharpest lens
- Autofocus iffy at max zoom
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Missing inner seal on refurb
- Higher f-stop compromises low light
Value for money 8
Autofocus performance 5
Image quality 6
Build quality 4
Vibration reduction 3
Refurbished condition 5
Scores
Budget
Macro
Portrait
Street
Video Cinema
Landscape
Travel
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| 7Artisans 55mm F1.4 55mm | Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 6 | 13 |
| Groups | 5 | 9 |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | Multi-layer highly transparent coating | Super Integrated Coating (SIC) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 14★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.27 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:3.5★ |
Pros & Cons
7Artisans 55mm F1.4 55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average optical (35th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
7Artisans 55mm F1.4 55mm1.102score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm0.281score per dollar
7Artisans 55mm F1.4 55mm offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
Scores 84 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 20 specs.
