I purchased this lens when I purchased my D5200, about 2013, I have been using it ever since, it is a great travel lens, one stop fits most all, sharp lens with and versatile zoom ratios, on the dx cameras, the 200 works out to be about 300 so I have found that I seldom need much more long range...

I have a D3000 and originally had the 18-55 as well as the 55-200 lenses. I purchased this lens for travelling as I would have the same range covered without having to carry two lenses and switch back and forth. The picture quality with this is excellent and the lens feels very well made.

I received excellent support as I needed specifics on delivery times and on co-ordinating it with an overseas trip. Smifu gave me a way that enabled me to have a lens that complemented what I currently had while waiting for the new lens which only missed arriving in time by a few hours.

I have not had the lens for long now, but I am very please with the lens to date. The VR function works well and the lens is easy to zoom when you want to zoom in to focus then zoom out to take a more appropriately cropped image.

First of all, I also own the magnificent AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ED, so thats my comparison reference for the 18-200mm. The 24-70 is truly a beast, weighing in at a full two pounds, so I dont understand why so many people think the 18-200 is heavy when it weighs nearly half as much.

I bought this lens to replace the kit 18-55mm lens. My hopes for this lens were that it would be relatively compact and light and that it would outperform the kit lens as far as contrast and of course much better zoom. It meets most of my expectations.

Durable; Great Zoom; Reliable

Heavy; Not Silent

By far I have taken the most pictures (Thousands) with this lens. It is my go to when on vacation. I like this lens so much I kept it when I bought my D800. As you may be aware the D800 is excellent at showing you any inconsistencies or mistakes in your equipment or skills.

I went with the higher end lens for convenience and quality. It works just fine. I am a newb to DSLR and such so take my input with a grain of salt. I have no complaint and works well. Everyone else talks highly about it as well. Get a good Sigma UV lens to protect it too!

It's Like a Married Couple..............I am talking about Nikon D7000 and Nikon 18-200mm Lens . Now we all know that D7000 is the best SemiPro DSLR ever made and it sold like Hot cake but seriously this lens just adds a new dimension to it.

Pros: I now have two go-to lenses. My Nikkor 12 - 24mm and my new 18 - 200mm which I take on all hikes and outings. This combo provides maximum versatility and minimizes the amount of weight I'm carrying.