Desiontal 420-800mm
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
What Buyers Say
Desiontal 420-800mm
This 420-800mm manual telephoto zoom lens receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its value for astrophotography and long-distance shots, noting good build quality and lightweight design. However, some report issues with color accuracy at long range, difficulty focusing, and one case of incompatibility. Overall, it is seen as a budget-friendly option for amateur photographers willing to work manually.
Pros
- Budget-friendly for astrophotography
- Lightweight and portable design
- Good build quality
- Versatile 420-800mm range
- Effective for moon and stars
Cons
- Color accuracy issues at long distances
- Difficult to focus manually
- Heavy for some users
- Incompatibility with some cameras
- Requires tripod and remote shutter
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
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
Scores
Specifications
| Desiontal 420-800mm | Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 420 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 800 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | — | 13 |
| Groups | — | 9 |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | Ultra Multi Coating | Super Integrated Coating (SIC) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 8.3-16 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.80 kg | 0.34 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 800 mm | 200 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:3.5★ |
Pros & Cons
Desiontal 420-800mm
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong versatility (70th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average af (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (30th 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
Desiontal 420-800mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 20 specs.
