Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 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
82 Overall Score
Price $256
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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 | No |
| 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 NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD | Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 | Viltrox Pro AF 27mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18-200mm | 28-300mm | 18-50mm | 18-135mm | 100mm | 27mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/4 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | false | false |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | false | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 560 | 590 | 290 | 326 | 298 | 560 |
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | VXD linear motor | stepping motor | Linear motor | Dual phase linear motor | STM |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | macro | prime |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II | 53.9 | 75.5 | 49.1 | 57.5 | 91.1 | 77.5 | 98.3 | 81 | 91.4 |
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD Compare | 98 | 78 | 65.2 | 85.8 | 96.7 | 66.1 | 97.7 | 55.5 | 82.4 |
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 86.9 | 81.9 | 86.1 | 91.7 | 82.2 | 84.1 | 78.6 | 89.7 | 36.8 |
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Compare | 98 | 75.5 | 72.5 | 40.3 | 78.5 | 77.5 | 95.8 | 89.7 | 82.4 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 Compare | 98 | 87.1 | 85.8 | 82 | 83.4 | 84.1 | 33.6 | 65.3 | 36.8 |
| Viltrox Pro AF 27mm f/1.2 Compare | 86.9 | 98.5 | 67.4 | 38.5 | 82.2 | 98.6 | 33.6 | 89.7 | 36.8 |
