11x Zoom versatility
A remarkable 18-200mm one-lens solution—adept in a wide variety of situations. Picture angle equivalent of a 27-300mm lens in 35mm format.
Two Extra-low Dispersion (ED) elements
Offers superior sharpness and color correction by effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, even at wide aperture settings.
Zoom lock switch
Secures lens barrel at its minimum length.
Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
For fast, accurate and quiet autofocus.
Focus to 20 inches
Extends versatility.
Flower-shaped lens hood
Included HB-35 lens hood—shades the objective from unwanted, image-degrading light.
Nikon VR II (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
Vibration Reduction, engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens, enables handheld shooting at up to 4 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, assuring dramatically sharper still images and video capture.
Three aspherical lens elements
Virtually eliminates coma and other aberrations, even at wide apertures.
Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
Enhances light transmission and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.
Rounded 7-blade diaphragm
Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements.
M/A focus mode switch
Enables quick response to changing situations between manual and autofocus operation.
