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Review Summary
2025-07-08T06:25:07
The lens meets and exceeds all my needs. Too heavily invested in old technology to go mirrorless so this lens and a D850 does the job. I shoot wildlife so this lens gives me the length and sharpness I need.
GREG S.
2025-04-23T08:24:42
As everyone else states this rascal is big and heavy. But it sure is a fine lens. I have only had the chance to play with it round tge farm but my it is a fin piece of glass. The purchase was simple , my only suggestion is to put in a little more packing. The outer box was crushed on one side and I am thankful the Len wasn't damaged
KYLE C.
2024-06-25T09:59:21
5 stars for the lens. Minus 1 star for the extras from Adorama. The tripod is a bit unstable and I'm not confident it can really handle the weight of the lens, same with the gimbal. I may return those items if I can. The lens is excellent though!
KEVIN G.
2024-06-15T06:28:58
Purchased the Nikon 200 - 500 mm lens to use at three high school graduation ceremonies, held in large venues. Seated 150 to 400 feet back from stage, taking photos of on-stage activities or from a large projection screen. Used lens directly on D series DSLR and Z series mirrorless camera with FTZ adapter. Sharp images from either camera, using P, A, or S camera setting. Used my left hand to hold the lens tripod collar and my left arm against my body to effectively produce a monopod. Would recommend this cost-effective, great lens to others
ELIAS S.
2024-06-05T13:26:11
I REALLY wanted to keep this lens; however, the 95mm size (filter) was too big for my hands. I couldn't get the lens hood on/off, and it was unwieldy to handle. (Not b/c of the weight, but b/c of the size).
ANNE M.
2024-02-21T09:19:32
Superb lens when used with my D800/e. Outstanding sharpness and no chromatic aberrations. Any distortions present are automatically corrected by in camera processing or in post processing. I use mine primarily for birding and couldn't be more pleased with this lens' performance in my typically subdued lighting conditions.
Kenneth H.
2024-02-13T07:36:47
Sharp images throughout entire zoom & aperature range. I would highly recommend it.
Steven O.
2023-11-09T04:29:15
I hoped to snag the 180-600mm Z, but decided to give this lens a try and it has been nothing less than superb. Love it. Focuses fast, even in low light and yields great shots. These pictures were all taken around 1 hour before sunset with the sun dropping behind trees, and came out well. All were handheld w/o a monopod.
TedVB
2023-06-24T14:27:37
The lens worked great. The shots I was able to take were amazing. Well worth the investment.
HENRY M.
2023-06-13T08:19:49
Product arrived quickly. The sample pictures I have taken with this lens have been incredible. Very sharp and fast. It was also surprisingly quiet. Did great for tennis action shots.
KURT L.
2023-05-30T01:37:46
Powerful and versatile tool, at 2.3kg, it is quite possible to handheld it all day even with my Z9. I used this lens on the D7100 and Z9, it is sharp enough wide open for my purpose (nature photography). AF is a bit on the slow side but that's to be expected on a budget super tele. Owned the lens for 4+ years now, no issues whatsoever. One of the advantage of a zoom over prime is that sometimes you just need the 200mm when opportunity arises
Hillwins
2023-05-23T08:27:49
Excellent zoom lens. Lightweight for its size and very sharp. You can shoot handheld with it. The only thing that could be better is the zoom, it takes a couple of strokes to get from 200 to 500, but its not a big deal.
JAVIER F.
2023-05-11T08:32:08
I owned this lens for some time. With a Nikon body with a crop sensor I got even more distance. I did have issues with automatic focus. It was not much an improvement with an adapter to use on my Z5. I switched to a 100-400 lens for my two Z cameras.
JOSEPH S.
2023-05-07T09:49:05
Good quality, moderately priced lens as expected from Nikon. Faster speed is desirable, but I understand the price differential. So for those of us who aren't professionals or exceedingly wealthy; it's well worth it.
Thomas V.
2023-01-07T13:52:52
This is by far the worst Nikon lens I have ever purchased. I have calibrated the AF on three camera bodies, the D7500, D850 and Z7II. None of these bodies produce a sharp image with this lens.
DAN L.
2023-01-07T13:50:29
This lens is inherently soft and will not provide a sharp photo. I have used this on three different cameras and have calibrated the AF for this lens on each camera and it still doesn't provide the sharp image I have come to expect from my nikon equipment. I have used this on a tripod to try and eliminate user error, but the image quality does not change.
DAN L.
2023-01-07T12:25:19
I bought it very excited, I'm from Chile and when it arrived 3 weeks later, the box came with bumps and the lens works but it doesn't have the sharpness it should. I had this lens years ago and I know it didn't come good. it's really disappointing :(
Javier D.
2022-12-15T06:26:55
Love this lens!
Michael S.
2022-12-14T16:58:09
Huge range with this lens. I use it with a Z 7 II/adapter II and all you loose is AF. With that lens I prefer manual focus anyway for more control. Really like the sharpness and how you can bring things in really tight without being that close. The more that I use it the more it is becoming my go to lens. Great commercial applications, so many ways to use it's potential.
Michael H.
2022-12-14T08:43:15
It?s a great lens - very sharp. The only downside is that it?s pretty heavy, but for the quality of the images, I?m willing to put up with the extra weight. Nice to have the bundle with the filters and the cleaning kit.
LISA B.
2022-12-08T07:11:43
Bought this refurbished from Nikon in November. So far it has proven to be a wise investment. I am satisfied with the decision to stick with the fixed aperture vs the variable one throughout the focal lengths. Not saying that's a terrible thing but I prefer the fixed. I bought this for wildlife, primarily birds. It will be going onto a Gimbal as it is quite heavy, especially attached to my D750...The VR helps tremendously when hand holding. All in all, if you're looking for a lens that is not going to break the bank or take half of your life savings to buy for birding, wildlife, etc this will suffice. Pictures I have been taking are sharp and clear with no Chromatic aberration, purple fringing, etc that I am seeing in them. AF is decent and keeps up with subject. The cons I would guess is the lens is not fully weatherproof, it is quite heavy and the zoom adjustment from 200-500 seems to take forever to get there, it takes me almost 2 full turns. Other than that, it's a great lens at a great price and I would highly recommend it.
Hankwilliams101
2022-12-04T08:10:02
best telelens with fair price
Kaiyuan N.
2022-11-21T18:05:28
Very sharp. VR worked very well with D780. Only downside is the size and weight.
AARON S.
2022-11-20T14:57:27
Works well! Still getting the hang of it! One we get it dialed it it will be awesome.
john a.
2022-11-06T07:52:03
Delivered as advertised. Fast AF with 5.6 throughout. Paired with my D5 sharp details shooting outdoor sports. A monopod is a must for fast action sports.
Ron A.
2022-10-19T06:14:46
I primarily use this lens on my D780 for wildlife and sports photography. I'm amazed at the contrast and sharpest at all focal points and aperture settings including low light conditions. The materials of construction are top notch and have no issues with the lens. I'm considering a prime telephoto however with the performance of this lens, it's difficult to justify. I've uploaded a recent photo of a Bull Elk in the Chequamegon National Forest taken on a cloudy and rainy evening in very low light conditions at a distance of ~60 yards.
Kevin
2022-09-27T08:32:05
This is the perfect lens for someone interested in starting out in wildlife photography. Its clarity is excellent, and fixed aperture not suggests its quality of construction and potential image quality, but also makes it much easier to capture challenging photos, as you don't have to think about the changing max aperture while zooming. While heavy, it's not unwieldy. It's versatile and the best access to 500mm you'll find at this level of optical performance.
Zach B.
2022-09-22T08:19:50
I do lots of wildlife photography and this is a great lens for it. I couldn't be happier.
Danny H.
2022-09-11T04:03:31
Great lens for the value and reach as a Zoom and wildlife lens
RONALD L.
2022-07-18T14:05:30
A masterpiece lens from Nikon for sure. I have used this lens extensively on my Z6 for the past couple of years and recently with the zfc (crop). It performs super well and fast. The sharpness is consistent from 200mm throughout 500mm. With a crop sensor the reach is more with the same sharpness. i have been using this lens mainly for wildlife, sports and moon photography. Super happy. It's heavy but the build quality is worth it.
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Nikon
20058
Nikon AF-S
Black
Telephoto Zoom
Nikon
Full Frame
Auto Focus
N/A
86" / 220cm
N/A
Yes
200-500mm
8 - 3 deg. 10 minutes (Nikon DX-format)
12 - 5 deg. 20 minutes (Nikon FX-format)
Not Applicable
N/A
f/32
f/5.6
0.23x
N/A
N/A
N/A
95mm
19 Elements / 12 Groups
N/A
4.2 x 10.5" ( 108 x 267.5mm)
81.2oz / 2300g
VR
Yes
N/A
N/A
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Models | SKU: NK200500TK MFR: 20058 TK $1,636.95 $1,774.44 Save:$137.49 (8%) In Stock | $1,399.00 In Stock |
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Compatibility | Nikon D2Hs, Nikon D2X, Nikon D3, Nikon D300, Nikon D3000, Nikon D300S, Nikon D3100, Nikon D3200, Nikon D3300, Nikon D3400, Nikon D3500, Nikon D3X, Nikon D4, Nikon D40, Nikon D4S, Nikon D5, Nikon D500, Nikon D5000, Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200, Nikon D5300, Nikon D5500, Nikon D5600, Nikon D600, Nikon D610, Nikon D700, Nikon D7000, Nikon D70s, Nikon D7100, Nikon D7200, Nikon D750, Nikon D7500, Nikon D780, Nikon D80, Nikon D800, Nikon D800E, Nikon D810, Nikon D850, Nikon D90, Nikon DF | - |
Special Features | Fluorite Lens Elements, Image Stabilization | Image Stabilization |
Kit Style | Lens & Tripod Kit | Base |
Lens Type | Telephoto Zoom | Telephoto Zoom |
Filter Size | 95mm | 95mm |
Fixed Focal Length | NA | NA |
Lens Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Maximum Aperture | f/5.6 | f/5-6.3 |
No Disappointment
By Thetreeman
I pre ordered the lens and got it a few days ago. I was excited from the reviews I had read so when it came I was ready for it. My first thoughts was " that's a big lens" but the packaging is a little misleading since the hood is packaged in it's separate cardboard container and set on top of the lens in the main box. So it wasn't quite as large as first thought but when I got it out of the box and it's bubble wrapped bag I thought, "That's still a big lens" It wasn't as heavy as I was expect...
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Phenomenal lens!
By Perry
There is a huge debate on whether the Tamron and Sigma 150-600 mm lenses are better because of the longer focal length and Tamron's cheaper price. There has been reports of softness in both Tamron and Sigma's offerings at the far ends of the focal lengths as well, so I see not gain in having 150 more millimeters in it's total focal length if it produces less than desirable images in those ranges. Let me say that this lens not only competes with them even though it's priced right in the middl...
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When it comes to capturing stunning, detailed images of distant subjects, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens stands out as a superior choice. This high-quality, versatile lens offers both FX and DX-format photographers the opportunity to expand their creative horizons with its impressive zoom capabilities and crystal-clear clarity.
Designed for capturing everything from birds and wildlife to sports and motorsports, this compact super-telephoto zoom lens brings your subjects closer than ever before. On FX-format Nikon cameras, it provides a maximum reach of 500mm, and on DX-format cameras, it offers an astounding equivalent reach of 750mm.
The lens features a maximum aperture of f/5.6, enabling photographers to fill a significant portion of the frame with their subject, while creating a pleasing background blur. This is particularly useful in challenging lighting conditions.
Equipped with Nikon's Electromagnetic Aperture, the lens ensures consistent exposures, while the VR with 4.5 stops of image stabilization helps to reduce camera shake. The VR also includes a Sport Mode, perfect for capturing vibrant, sharp images of fast-moving subjects at high frame rates or when panning.
The NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens allows for close focusing up to 7.2 ft. across the entire focal range, making it ideal for capturing unexpected close-up shots or intricate details of nature.
Despite its powerful capabilities, this lens is surprisingly lightweight at just 5 lbs 1.2 oz. (2300 grams), including the tripod collar. This makes it easy to use handheld for extended periods. For photographers seeking even more reach, the lens is compatible with optional Nikon 1.4x, 1.7x, or 2x E series Teleconverters.
The lens's optical formula includes three ED elements to enhance sharpness and minimize chromatic aberration. A 9-blade aperture provides a desirable, smooth bokeh, while Nikon's Silent Wave Motor technology ensures quick, quiet focusing.
This bundle also includes a 3Pod TREK Series Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod, A17 Gimbal Tripod Head, 95mm Filter Kit, and Cleaning Kit, making it a comprehensive solution for all your photography needs. Whether you're a professional photographer or a passionate enthusiast, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens bundle offers the tools you need to capture the world in stunning detail.
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