Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
The 11.1x 18–200mm zoom range and VR II stabilization make this lens a rare all-in-one solution that covers wide-angle to telephoto on Nikon DX bodies without a tripod. Its bundled accessories—like a multicoated UV filter and tabletop tripod—add practical value to an already convenient, single-lens travel kit. This lens is best for hobbyist travel photographers who prioritize a lightweight, no-lens-change setup over specialized macro or video performance.
Focal length 18-200mm
Aperture f/3.5
Mount Nikon F
stabilization Yes
Weight 560 g
af type Silent Wave Motor
lens type zoom
85 Overall Score
Price $301
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 |
| Focal Length Max | 200 |
| Elements | 16 |
| Groups | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| ED Elements | 2 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Build
| Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.6 kg / 1.2 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 72 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | Yes |
| Stabilization Stops | 3.5 |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 500 |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.55 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II | Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD | Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12060 | Fujifilm XC XC13-33mm F3.5-6.3f OIS | Yongnuo YN12-35mm F2.8-4M |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18-200mm | 17-70mm | 16-28mm | 12-60mm | 13-33mm | 12-35mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Mount | Nikon F | Fujifilm X | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | false | true |
| Weight (g) | 560 | 544 | 450 | 320 | 132 | 318 |
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | RXD | Stepping AF Motor | linear motor | STM | STM stepping motor |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | standard-zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II | 53.7 | 75.9 | 50.8 | 56.8 | 91 | 77.9 | 98.3 | 80.4 | 91.5 |
| Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Compare | 53.7 | 87.4 | 69.6 | 85.9 | 91 | 84.6 | 89.3 | 85 | 83.4 |
| Sigma Contemporary 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Compare | 87.4 | 87.4 | 75.9 | 77.8 | 97.2 | 84.6 | 68 | 62.6 | 37.8 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12060 Compare | 98.1 | 87.4 | 84.6 | 51.9 | 91 | 84.6 | 93.1 | 67.7 | 83.4 |
| Fujifilm XC XC13-33mm F3.5-6.3f OIS Compare | 87.4 | 85.5 | 93 | 48.1 | 78.4 | 77.9 | 77.5 | 3.3 | 93.4 |
| Yongnuo YN12-35mm F2.8-4M Compare | 87.4 | 82.3 | 84.8 | 56.8 | 92.9 | 84.6 | 80 | 34.8 | 83.4 |
