Nikon Nikkor 13mm f/5.6 Ai-S

Nikon "Kit" Lens Yes this is a kit type lens. Nikon doesn't ,make bad lenses, some just less expensive than others. This a "f:4" lens, that means it needs some light to work right. And being a "55-200", it's similar to a 35mm 90-300. So, understand that this is not the lens for dimly lit indoor shots. This is a great single lens option to be outside in the daylight. That low 55 will give you a picture that looks the same as what you saw- the 200 part is almost a 4x magnification. You usually won't need or want to carry a bag of extra lenses, just this one. The "VR" means Vibration Reduction"; it gets rid of some of the shakes and blurs. I bought this for a kid whose camera came with the 18-55 VR. It was a very economical addition to what he had, fills in the upper range blank, and it is his "outside" lens. He's very happy with it. I bought this used from an eBay seller. It came in surprisingly beautiful shape. YMMV, of course, but this looked and felt barely used at all. I tested it on my d7100, and it was flawless. I may get me one ... Yea you could spend another $1000 and get something that does something else, but IMNSHO this lens will do most people right, as long as you're outside in daylight. Quick to focus, quick to zoom, and it's a "real" Nikon lens, so it works right on your camera. Read full review

My Initial Inspection of Refurbished Nikon 55-200 DX VR II Lens On my initial Inspection of my purchase of the refurbished Nikon 55-200 DX VR II Lens it was packaged well, very clean looking, all glass looked clean and in good condition. Now I was to compare the initial operation of the Barrel movement compared to my Nikon 18-55 DX VR II lens, it was different; 1. the barrel release Button seemed to not have necessary spring back action when depressed to unlock the Lens barrel, although it did work, but did not feel right. 2. The Barrel movement seemed to have a drag to it, it did not feel like a smooth movement when zooming lens out and in. Now since I have never had this lens before, or handled one of this model Lens, I am not sure if I should be overly concerned with the above mentioned issues. I was a bit surprised due to this lens was sold to me as a Refurbished Lens, so I feel it should operate as well as my Nikon 18-55 kit lens. I would like a response to my concerns.Read full review

Amazing deal! Despite being a refurbished product, it appeared brand new. For an amateur photographer, this lens is just what I needed as the next step up from the 18-55 mm kit lens that came with my camera. Focus speed is adequate and the photos are clear and sharp. See photos I took at the Columbus Zoo. For the price of approximately $100, this lens is highly recommended!