The Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Nikkor zoom lens is considered by many to be one of the best deals available to owners of Nikon's popular D-series of digital SLRs. Originally designed for Nikon's entry-level D50, the 55-200mm DX is surprisingly compact and lightweight (2.7" in diameter, 3.1" in length and weighs 9 oz.). The performance of the lens is equivalent to an 82.5- to 300-millimeter lens in 35mm format, giving you a lot of magnification for your money.

The Nikkor lens features a Silent Wave Motor (SWM), which provides for a smooth and quite auto focus. With such a wide magnification range, the lens is great for shooting a variety of subjects. If you search around you can usually find this lens for under $200, which is quite a bargain.

Key Features:

• Ultra-compact 3x zoom lens made exclusively for use with Nikon Digital SLR models
• 55-200mm focal length
• f4-5.6 maximum aperture
• Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare
• Silent Wave Motor