Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200??

maswan · 3rd April 2006

Hi all,
I'm a newbie with a D50. One daunting ques. Is it wise to get a Nikkor 18-200 and sell away my kit lense 18-55 and also my 55-200?? Is the only factor convenience that u don't have to change lens or the pic quality is of a difference??

Pls comment
Thanks

KNIGHT ONG · 3rd April 2006

some will say 2 is better than 1 ..

Dennis · 3rd April 2006

If it is to replace the 18-55 and 55-200 than the ans would probably be yes but again I don't have any experience with the 2 lens in the first place.

In all respect the 18-200 is a fine performer and is currently the best in its class.

yyD70S · 3rd April 2006

... but I think in this case a 1 is better than 2.

Don't own any of them though; so don't count on my judgement.

runes · 3rd April 2006

Buy 18-200 and sell the 18-55 & 55-200 if you :

1. Have $1000 to spare (after selling 18-55 & 55-200)
2. Don't mind carrying heavier gear
3. Don't want to change lens all the time
4. Rely on technology (VR) instead of skills

maswan · 3rd April 2006

Hi Runes,
Meaning besides technology the quality of photos is very comparible ya??

Thanks

espn · 3rd April 2006

If all you need is a all-in-1, go ahead,.

maswan · 3rd April 2006

Hi espn,
I don't mind the lens change. All i want to know is it worth to get the 18-200 ?? if i have already has the 18-55 and 50-200(will sell if getting the 18-200). quality of pics better is it with the 18-200??

Sorry newbie with stupid ques here.

Thanks

espn · 3rd April 2006

Originally Posted by maswan

Hi espn,
I don't mind the lens change. All i want to know is it worth to get the 18-200 ?? if i have already has the 18-55 and 50-200(will sell if getting the 18-200). quality of pics better is it with the 18-200??
Sorry newbie with stupid ques here.

Thanks

Hmmm I don't know how to tell you if it's worth, just think about how it will fit your usage and you try and justify if it is worth, ie: all-in-1, walk about, light, convenient, versatile etc.

As for image quality, I would say all three are average performers, but even the average nowadays are producing pretty good quality already, so you can rest assured they are all worthwhile buys.

I've only tested the 18-55/55-200 before, I'm pretty amazed at the performance of the 55-200, till date however, I don't have a chance to play with the 18-200VR so I cannot comment much liao.

zachmus · 3rd April 2006

So far both lenses not tat bad as i got both. Juz got the 18-70mm as well. Its a matter of preferences as espn had stated also that how "it will fit your usage and you try and justify if it is worth". Some like it light, while others prefer convenience. The man behind the cam plays a more impt part

runes · 3rd April 2006

Originally Posted by maswan

Hi Runes,
Meaning besides technology the quality of photos is very comparible ya??

Thanks

I mean VR technology will reduce your handshake effect so less likely to get blur pics.

Quality I think for $200 55-200mm lens is good. The lens is VERY light. My dislike is the front ring rotates when focussing, making use of CPL filter troublesome.

fierysnake · 3rd April 2006

I suggest you to have a feel with the 18-200 first. See if you like that or not. Then make your own decision.

longkangman · 3rd April 2006

I will keep the 17-55mm f2.8G, but if it is a 17-35mm f2.8d IF-ED I will swap with you for my 18-200mm VR.

buaytahhan · 3rd April 2006

As you mentioned that you are a newbie, I'd recommend that you keep both the 18-55 and 55-200 lenses. The 18-200 lens costs $1260, definitely not what anyone would consider as 'cheap'. It's not worth putting in that kind of investment when you're still pretty new to the photography hobby. You may realise later that photography may not be your 'thing'.

That aside, the 18-200 lens weighs almost twice as much as either of the lenses you've mentioned. Also, the filter size is larger at 72mm, compared to 52mm for both the 18-55 and 55-200 lenses.

espn · 3rd April 2006

Originally Posted by longkangman

I will keep the 17-55mm f2.8G, but if it is a 17-35mm f2.8d IF-ED I will swap with you for my 18-200mm VR.

Wahaha... let me know when you have the 17-35, I don't mind swapping a brand new 18-200VR with you

espn · 3rd April 2006

Originally Posted by buaytahhan

As you mentioned that you are a newbie, I'd recommend that you keep both the 18-55 and 55-200 lenses. The 18-200 lens costs $1260, definitely not what anyone would consider as 'cheap'. It's not worth putting in that kind of investment when you're still pretty new to the photography hobby. You may realise later that photography may not be your 'thing'.

That aside, the 18-200 lens weighs almost twice as much as either of the lenses you've mentioned. Also, the filter size is larger at 72mm, compared to 52mm for both the 18-55 and 55-200 lenses.

Again, I won't say it's not worth the investment or not. It's a different niche totally. I know of people with 10.5, 12-24, 17-55 all the way to 70-200VR but they still buy 18-200VR.

The most important thing is that 18-200VR is a good glass, but it does not replace every other piece of glass out there.

longkangman · 3rd April 2006

Originally Posted by espn

Wahaha... let me know when you have the 17-35, I don't mind swapping a brand new 18-200VR with you

Walau eh pro tio si pro.

espn · 3rd April 2006

Originally Posted by longkangman

Walau eh pro tio si pro.

Not as pro as you leh, I don't even own the 17-55

JHRfoo · 3rd April 2006

Originally Posted by maswan

Hi all,
I'm a newbie with a D50. One daunting ques. Is it wise to get a Nikkor 18-200 and sell away my kit lense 18-55 and also my 55-200?? Is the only factor convenience that u don't have to change lens or the pic quality is of a difference??

Pls comment
Thanks

I sold off my 18-55 and 55-200 and got the VR 18-200. I personally found the 18-200 VR lens to be much better and sharper. Also could take better low light shots with the VR. If you can afford it, I would seriously recommend the 18-200 VR despite it being more expensive. If you can't afford it, then stick with your lenses and save up for one!
I don't think I would ever take the VR lens off my camera unless I require a specialty lens.

itsybitsyspidy · 5th April 2006

I also just got a copy of the 18-200 and am having great fun with it. What's important to me is how sharp a lens is when taking photos. Having VR helps when you are in situations where you dont have time to review the photos you take and you're in need of taking sharp photos. I'm also an amature and sometimes take a few blur photos here and there every now and then with my other lens, the 24-85. Both the lens i have are all sharp lens and i am very satisfied with them.

How are the photos you take at 200mm using your 55-200? I havent used one before though but i can tell you VR helps me alot at 200mm.

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maswan Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Punggol Posts: 71	Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? Hi all, I'm a newbie with a D50. One daunting ques. Is it wise to get a Nikkor 18-200 and sell away my kit lense 18-55 and also my 55-200?? Is the only factor convenience that u don't have to change lens or the pic quality is of a difference?? Pls comment Thanks

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Dennis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Singapore Posts: 3,862	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? If it is to replace the 18-55 and 55-200 than the ans would probably be yes but again I don't have any experience with the 2 lens in the first place. In all respect the 18-200 is a fine performer and is currently the best in its class.

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yyD70S Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 2,057	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? ... but I think in this case a 1 is better than 2. Don't own any of them though; so don't count on my judgement. __________________ AI 16mm f3.5 \| AiS 35mm f1.4 \| AiS 50mm f1.2 \| AI 105mm f2.5

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runes Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 286	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? Buy 18-200 and sell the 18-55 & 55-200 if you : 1. Have $1000 to spare (after selling 18-55 & 55-200) 2. Don't mind carrying heavier gear 3. Don't want to change lens all the time 4. Rely on technology (VR) instead of skills

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espn Deregistered Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Planet Nikon Posts: 22,045	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? If all you need is a all-in-1, go ahead,.

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zachmus Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tanah Merah Posts: 245	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? So far both lenses not tat bad as i got both. Juz got the 18-70mm as well. Its a matter of preferences as espn had stated also that how "it will fit your usage and you try and justify if it is worth". Some like it light, while others prefer convenience. The man behind the cam plays a more impt part

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fierysnake Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 119	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? I suggest you to have a feel with the 18-200 first. See if you like that or not. Then make your own decision.

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longkangman Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: sewage drain/manhole Posts: 4,957	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? I will keep the 17-55mm f2.8G, but if it is a 17-35mm f2.8d IF-ED I will swap with you for my 18-200mm VR.

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buaytahhan New Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 36	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? As you mentioned that you are a newbie, I'd recommend that you keep both the 18-55 and 55-200 lenses. The 18-200 lens costs $1260, definitely not what anyone would consider as 'cheap'. It's not worth putting in that kind of investment when you're still pretty new to the photography hobby. You may realise later that photography may not be your 'thing'. That aside, the 18-200 lens weighs almost twice as much as either of the lenses you've mentioned. Also, the filter size is larger at 72mm, compared to 52mm for both the 18-55 and 55-200 lenses.

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itsybitsyspidy Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 1,238	Re: Selling Nikkor 18-55 and 55-200 for 18-200?? I also just got a copy of the 18-200 and am having great fun with it. What's important to me is how sharp a lens is when taking photos. Having VR helps when you are in situations where you dont have time to review the photos you take and you're in need of taking sharp photos. I'm also an amature and sometimes take a few blur photos here and there every now and then with my other lens, the 24-85. Both the lens i have are all sharp lens and i am very satisfied with them. How are the photos you take at 200mm using your 55-200? I havent used one before though but i can tell you VR helps me alot at 200mm.