Nikon 2.8 18-200 mm lens

[robn125]

I'm considering to purchase the Nikon wide angle zoom Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6

G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Nikkor Lens. But, I have noticed a similar lens for sale

for about $250.00 less. The only difference I can determine is that the

lesser priced lens is not a 'G' lens. I don't really know what this

difference is. Could someone explain and recommend whether the G lens is

worth the extra money.

[paul beiser]

Hi Robin,

 

Run from the other offer. Nikon makes only one 18-200 lens. You may be able to find the "grey" market ones priced cheaper, but that lens has been out of stock on and off the past 6 months, and a lot of folks are paying a premium (ie more than the MSRP).

 

Hope this helps,

[frank_skomial]

"Nikon 2.8 18-200 mm lens." must be a printing error ?

 

I wish Nikon would make lens like that.

[walterh]

The 2.8 must be pretty heavy with all this glass :-)

 

Robin if you find an offer for this lens at -250$ make certain the offer is secure.

[todd peach seattle, washi]

I'll take a flyer:

 

Are you talking about a "Nikon Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto AF Zoom Nikkor 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF Autofocus Lens"? That fits the price point and the probable typo.

 

If so, the 28-200 is the 'one lens to do it all' for film cameras (at least that's how it's marketed). Since you seem to be a digital shooter, the 18-200 makes a lot more sense if you're looking for a one lens solution.

 

The lens I cite is a G lens, but it is not VR nor AF-S. Both of those latter features add to the value and usability of the lens.

[andrew robertson]

"I wish Nikon would make lens like that."

 

Fill a coffee can with cement to simulate its size and weight!

[ian_scotland]

I bought the Nikon 18-200mm DX VR lens recently and since then I've yaken some of the best pictures ever. It allows you to do everything - from wide angle up-close to extreme distance, and the macro stuff I've taken has been described as "outstanding" by other amateurs. This is a lens which - if you can find one - you should buy.

[gene_y.]

Does your 18-200 lens stick a little in the 120mm range and then smooths out again?

 

When I got mind a month ago I had this problem. I went to the store and the display mode was the same.

 

 

Thanks