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Tamron Autofocus 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di II Macro Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras | 
 enlarge | Brand: Tamron
Category: Photography
List Price: $490.95
Buy New: $260.00
You Save: $230.95 (47%)
New (10) Used (3) from $198.00
Rating:  16 reviews
Media: Electronics
Optical Zoom: 11.1
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 6 x 5 x 4
Warranty: 6 years warranty
MPN: Nikon AF
Model: Nikon AF
UPC: 725211147237
EAN: 0725211147237
ASIN: B0007WK8NA
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Since the lens is designed exclusively for digital SLR photography, it provides high image quality in terms of resolution, contrast and flatness of image field | | • | It employs a new optical system designed to confine the changing angles of incidences of light rays reaching the imager within a certain scope over the entire image field from the center to the periphery, by considering the effects of variances due to zooming | | • | Peripheral light fall-off is minimized when compared with that of conventional lenses for film cameras so that images are uniformly bright from the center to the periphery | | • | Complicated mechanisms are built in the compact body thanks to new mechanical artifices. The lens is a multi-purpose zoom lens, yet excellent portability and ease of use are assured. A number of invisible engineering innovations required to downsize the lens, produce high precision parts and increase durability are incorporated in the new AF18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di-II LD Aspherical (IF) MACRO | | • | Compatible w/ the following D-SLR cameras: Nikon D50, D70s, D80, D200, D2Xs, D2Hs & earlier models plus the Fuji S5 Pro & earlier models |
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Product Description
Lenses are designed for exclusive use on digital cameras with smaller-size imagers and inherit all of the benefits of the Di products. These lenses are not designed for 35mm film cameras and digital cameras with image sensors larger than 24mm x 16mm.At Tamron, quest has always been to make the ideal zoom lens. As a result of this ongoing challenge, Tamron has introduced the concept of the high-power zoom lens in the new AF18-200mm XR Di II for exclusive use with digital SLRs. Tamron's original development of proprietary core technologies such as Aspherical element production, Multiple Cam Mechanism and Integrated Focus Cam design lend to the creation of the world's lightest, most compact 11.1X zoom lens made for digital SLR cameras.The 18-200mm (28-300 when converted to 35mm) provides the digital photographer with the versatility of a true wide to ultra tele-zoom in an amazingly easy to use design.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 11 more reviews...
 Not The Best Working Lens December 6, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
When I purchased my D80 2 years ago Tamron lens came with it, so I decided I would purchase their 18-200mm lens because I NEVER had problems.(I purchased the lens in October 2008.}Most of the time I leave the settings on auto. I went to a hockey game and that is when it happened. The camera would not take a photo. On the menu the F stop would show "F - -" and the flash icon was blinking. I could not believe this was happening. Well I sent it back for a replacement. After I got the replacement from Amazon, I was going to take pictures of my nices soccer game and guess what happned. Yes it happened again. I did read my manual and the "F - -" means there is not lens or the lens is not attached. I have not found anything on the internet of anyone else having this problem. I have updated the firmware on the camera. It worked fine for a while. The last time that this happened I unattached the lens then attached it back and it worked. I do plan on contacting Tamron. I am glad it has a 6 year warranty. It does take some great pictures. My instructor says "Its not the camera that takes a bad pictures its the person taking the photo". I do hope that one else has had the same problem.
Good Range...but...no Image Stability and Plastic build May 29, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Good zoom range and price...but no Image Stabilizer, and made from plastic. The pros are that it is half the price of Canon lens, and a good all-in-one lends. Rather than carry two lens (e.g. 18-85 and 70-200)this lens is a good wide angle plus walk around plus zoom all-in-one. Cons is that the glass is not comparable to mid-line Canon lens; the plastic body allows dust to collect under the glass; Image Stabilizer is needed (esp. for travel); a metal body is needed for durability (esp during travel). That said, what this lens has going for it: its price, it's range, and its decent output quality. A worthwhile lens for those with discerning budget and photos needs.
Tamron 18-200 Di II Zoom lens May 16, 2008
Having used Tamron zoom on my Nikon N80 , I was already familiar with brand and features. Macro is very useful. A really good lens, especially if you don't like carrying around a whole bag of lenses ! Very versatile.
 Might be good just not for a D40X January 8, 2008
4 out of 8 found this review helpful
i Got this lens as a christmas present and it ended up being catastrophic. The lens fit onto the camera fine but when you tried to use the auto focus it just doesnt work. The lens is not compatible with any NIKON that does not have the auto focus motor built into the camera in example the D40X. So i cant really say i was happy with it. Took about 2 months to get the correct lens
BUYERS BEWARE November 27, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Another cheaply made plastic lens, including a PLASTIC MOUNT, from Tamron, but without the great optics found in their 55-200mm, also plastic throughout.
If you want a Lens in this range go with Sigma. The optics are just as good if not better and you get a good quality build lens.
What a shame Tamron was willing to put their name on this product! I was lucky enough to use this lens without having to purchase it. It is no where near the lens of the 18-250mm, of course you pay for it,but I would rather pay an extra hundred and have a lens that could last many, many years than invest nearly 4 hundred in something made so poorly.
If you really want an 18-200mm lens, try the Sigma. It gets decent reviews see this link : http://www.ephotozine.com/article/Sigma-18-200mm-f35-63-DC
But if you want a decent walk around lens that really gives you something surprising for the money go with the Sigma 28-200mm. Sure you lose the 10mm up front,but in exchange you get surprising optics that can be had for around $200 on the web depending on where you shop.
See the review at : http://www.ephotozine.com/article/Sigma-28-200mm-f35-56-DG-Macro
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