This is an all round 11.1x zoom lens, ideal for dedicated amateurs, and (semi-) professionals to use for countless situations and occasions, such as landscape, architecture, portrait, wedding, wildlife, holidays, expeditions and general travel photography. It is therefore also ideal for news- and press photographers.

With a zoom range of 27-300mm (35mm equiv.) the user does not need to carry multiple lenses and therefore can it be seen as the perfect total package. On top of this the lens is equipped with "VR II" the second generation of Nikon’s VR technology that enables the lens to shoot 4 stops slower (instead of 3 stops with the former VR system), ideal for shooting in low light conditions and/or without a tripod. At the time of launch it is the industry’s first VR II lens with 4 stops slower shutter speed.

Features

Offers broad 18 - 200mm focal range for use in a variety of situations (equivalent to a 27-300 lens in 35mm format)

11x zoom coverage offers a perfect compact and lightweight, one lens solution

VR II system offers the equivalent of using a shutter speed 4 stops faster

Two ED glass and three aspherical lens elements minimize chromatic aberration,astigmatism and other forms of distortion, while ensuring high resolution and contrast

Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) offers superb color reproduction while minimizing ghosting and flare

Incorporates a SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for fast quiet focusing Delivers high-level optical performance designed for use exclusively with Nikon DX format digital

Employs a seven-blade rounded diaphragm opening that achieves a natural blur for out-of-focus elements

Enables focusing from as close as 50cm (20") from the subject through its entire focal range

M/A mode for rapid switching between autofocus and manual focus operation

Flower-shaped Lens Hood HB-35 (provided) greatly reduces stray light

Includes

LC-72 72mm snap-on front lens cap

LF-1 rear lens cap

HB-35 bayonet hood

CL-1018 flexible lens pouch