Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

by Sigma

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 4.3 x 4.3 inches ; 10.9 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001VQ13I
• Item model number: 684-306
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 29, 2006

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

This compact telephoto zoom lens was exclusively designed for use with digital SLR cameras. The image circle was designed to match the size of the image sensors of digital SLR cameras that also allows compact body and lightweight with overall length of 84.6mm (3.3in.), and weight of only 310g/10.9 ounces. It has a filter size of 55mm, maximum diameter of 70mm (2.7in.). This remarkably compact high performance zoom lens is ideally suited to a wide range of subjects. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 110cm (43.3in.) and maximum magnification of 1:4.

Digital cameras having image sensors larger than APS-C size, and 35mm cameras, should not be used with these lenses. If such cameras are used, severe vignetting in the images may result. The angle of view varies depending on the camera the lens is mounted on.

Product Description

Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC zoom lens was exclusively designed to suit the characteristics of digital SLR cameras. The image circle was designed to match the size of the image sensors of digital SLR cameras. Made by Sigma, a company known for it's excellence in lens construction. The Sigma 55-200mm DC has an extended-range zoom of 50mm to a longer telephoto range of 200mm which offers true telephoto capability ideal for a variety of applications including sports and wildlife shooting. This remarkably compact high performance zoom lens is ideally suited to a wide range of subjects. The 50-200mm lens has a minimum focusing distance of 110cm (43.3 in.) and maximum magnification of 1:4.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars plastic build, light weight, surprising optics, September 23, 2007

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E. K. Arnold "amazon hunter" (yay area, usa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

i briefly had this lens and though i traded it in, it's actually a pretty good deal for the money. anyone expecting a pro-quality lens or a 2.8 at this price is insane.

the first thing you notice is that the build quality is super-plastic-y, even toy-like. that was a turn-off for me, but to get a better-made lens, you'll have to pay hundreds, if not thousands more -- the nikon 55-200 alternatives are also plastic, and sigma doesnt offer a 55-200 in an EX finish.

still, the sigma 55-200 does have some advantages if you're not overly concerned with name-brand snob appeal. it autofocuses very quickly due to its short barrel and excels at tracking moving subjects handheld due to its light weight. and the optics are clearer and sharper than you would think, although there is a bit of fall-off at 200mm. this lens would obviously appeal to budget-minded shooters, but it would also be a good backup lens for travel for someone who doesnt want to drag along a lot of heavy glass. and at the price it's being offered for, you could easily buy two in case one breaks.

note: unfortunately for d40 users, the sigma 55-200 has no internal motor, so your camera will not AF with it.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A word of warning., January 22, 2009

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LRHouston "Ray" (Ohio) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

This lens is great for the money, a word of warning, it will not autofocus with the D40, D40x, or D60.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars It's okay for the $$$$$, December 13, 2008

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L. Aderholt (Redondo Beach, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)

The lens is average. The zoom quality is mediocre and the edges do get a tad fuzzy. You get what you pay for. It will do what I need for the time in which I have it.