Best Entry Level Lens of TIPA Award 2007----A high-quality compact 3.6x DX zoom lens that features Nikon's cutting edge Vibration Reduction (VR) system and exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM).--With optics designed for the Nikon DX Format digital SLR cameras this high-performance lens delivers a picture angle equivalent to that of a 35mm format 82.5-300mm zoom lens.------Features:----- A compact telephoto zoom lens featuring VR and SWM at an affordable price --- Vibration Reduction offers the equivalent of shutter speeds 3 stops faster --- A wide 55-200mm (picture angle equivalent to 82.5-300mm lens in the 35mm format) --- 3.6x zoom range offers high quality images --- An ED glass element helps minimize chromatic aberration --- The ED glass element provides superior contrast and higher resolution --- Compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet autofocusing --- Optical performance highly complements Nikon digital SLR cameras------Specifications:----- Focal length: 55-200mm (picture angle equivalent to a 82.5-300mm lens in the 35mm format)--- Maximum aperture: f/4-5.6--- Minimum aperture: f/22-32--- Lens construction: 15 elements in 11 groups (one ED glass element--- Picture angle: 28°50 - 8°--- Minimum focus range: 1.1m (3.6 ft.) (through the entire zoom range)--- Attachment size: 52mm--- Dimensions (approx.): 73.0 x 99.5mm (2.9 x 3.9 in.)--- Weight (approx.): 335g (11.8 oz.)