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A superzoom for Nikon DX bodies that covers wide angle to telephoto in one lens, so you rarely swap glass. Vibration reduction and a silent wave motor make it steady and quiet in hand. It is the classic one-lens travel choice for crop-sensor shooters. Rivals like the Sigma 18-200mm and Tamron 18-200mm match the range, but the Nikon's VR and focus speed are its edge; the trade-off is softness at the long end and visible distortion.
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Lowest price we've seen: $349.00 on Nov 11 at Willoughby's Photo Emporium. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 11.
Owners rate it highly as a do-everything travel lens, praising the range, VR and quiet focus. Critics note softness at the long end and distortion at the wide end, and some find it heavy.
The Nikon AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF is a zoom lens with a Nikon F mount. Its 18-200 mm focal length range covers both wide-angle and telephoto shooting.
The lens has a maximum aperture of f/3.5. It includes aspherical elements and an ultrasonic motor. Image stabilization (VR) is built in.
