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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 448 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers love the outstanding image quality and impressive zoom capabilities of the AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Super Telephoto Zoom Lens. The fast focus speed and effective Vibration Reduction are also frequently praised, along with the lens's reach and value for its price. However, some find the lens to be large and heavy.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been wanting this lens and so glad that I finally got it. It is awesome. I am able to get amazing photos of the moon plus much more.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for sports photography and nature photography.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top-notch telephoto zoom at an unbelievable price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sharp as a tack, very well built. The VR system works like a charm, I use it hand-held 90% of the times. Works fantastically well with my D500.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have used it even in church and have not had the chance to go out in the yard to capture birds yet!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great For Birding

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to get some close up pictures for birding. Very sharp, I have been very happy with the results.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent quality Telephoto Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this Lens, it’s not too heavy for handheld shots, and the photos are crisp and sharp even at 500mm

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Phenomenal lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens, albeit a bit heavy at 5 lbs , is fantastic. It's clarity both near and far is exceptional. Looking forward to many beautiful shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality at an affordable price.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just got this lens for wildlife photography. It is amazing, easy to use and the quality is far superior to other lenses of similar costs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Alaska

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Used it in Alaska Worked Great got some good pictures

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Absolutely love it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The most versatile lens though it is a bit on the heavy side of lens category

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sharp lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was a little bigger than I thought it would be, and hand-holding it is not easy. However on a monopod or tripod the lens is perfect.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a little heavy, but great for taking photos and somewhat hard to hold while taking photos

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great on a full frame or dx body though it is larger than I expected.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had the opportunity to use for birding at the shore. Very clear and sharp shots. Amazing possibilities.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy purchase.

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this for my wife for her Nikon 7200 and although the lens is a full frame, it works flawlessly. In my opinion for a zoom lens, it’s even better because of the crop factor. You will definitely need a tripod or monopod for photos but this is my wife’s favorite lens for eagles and bird photography. I would say we are still beginners-moderate, but this is a fun lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    200-500

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens ! Good zoom, great for wildlife photography!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    High quality pictures

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent lens worth the money. Good quality images and construction.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A beast of a lens!

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this lens! Great for birds and wildlife. A little heavy but you get used to the weight.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    LONG SHOT

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    THE BEST FOR SPORTS OR NATURE FROM A DISTANT GO FOR IT

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best lens ever

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this lens, it’s a little heavy but takes excellent pictures.

    I would recommend this to a friend