Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
Nikon
85 Overall Score
vs
Yongnuo YN12-35mm F2.8-4M 12-35mm
Yongnuo
81 Overall Score
Scores
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Budget
Portrait
Street
Video Cinema
Landscape
Travel
Macro
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II | Yongnuo YN12-35mm F2.8-4M 12-35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 14 |
| Groups | 12 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.56 kg | 0.32 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | STM stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 3.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.55★ | 0.5x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
Yongnuo YN12-35mm F2.8-4M 12-35mm
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average social proof (35th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II0.147score per dollar
vs
Yongnuo YN12-35mm F2.8-4M 12-35mm0.225score per dollar
Yongnuo YN12-35mm F2.8-4M 12-35mm offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
Scores 85 overall, wins 2 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
