NEEWER LS-30 18mm
NEEWER
64 Overall Score
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Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm
Nikon
83 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
NEEWER LS-30 18mm
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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
Macro
Budget
Portrait
Street
Video Cinema
Travel
Landscape
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| NEEWER LS-30 18mm | Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 4 | 13 |
| Groups | — | 9 |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | Nano coatings | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | — | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | — | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | — | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.07 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 18 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:1.7 | 1:3.5 |
Pros & Cons
NEEWER LS-30 18mm
- Strong macro (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average optical (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average af (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
NEEWER LS-30 18mm1.606score per dollar
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Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm0.378score per dollar
NEEWER LS-30 18mm offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Nikkor 2166 55-200mm
Scores 83 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 20 specs.
