OK, I can accept PayPal payment ($300 + $15 for UPS shipment in the US) to foxhal@comcast.net.Let me know where you want it shipped to and if you have any further questions about the lens.

I've sold the D200 body but the lens is still available. It's still a great deal for the lens since it was just refurbished and adjusted with a new VR mechanism (by Nikon)last May.

Correct, the only difference is the zoom lock that keeps it in the WA position (closed). It doesn't lock in any other position so it is of limited utility.

Nikon D200 Body, 12.500 shutter activations, excellent condition, Complete with original Nikon box and all accessories as well as two spare Nikon Batteries (all US mkt). $200 plus $15.00 for US shipment.
Nikon Dx lens, 18-200 ED VRII (US model refurbished by Nikon Melville 05/2013 (for $168), UV filter, with box, caps, etc.Like new condition. $300 plus $15.00 for US Shipment.
Buy both together for $500 with Free Shipment to US address.
Recent images taken with this combo available on request.
Great walk-around or backup camera. I have a D800 and D7000 or I'd keep it, everything works and looks like new.

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D200 body has been sold. Lens is still available.

I've tried it both ways with a D800 (36 mp) vs a D7000 (16 Mp). Both have similar pixel density,the D800 has 16 mp in crop mode. i used my 80 to 400 (new) lens and shot with tripod at ISO 640. I didn't see any appreciable difference. Slightly lower noise with the newer sensor (D800), no difference in resolution although by using the center of the image on the Dx I might be getting the "sweet spot" on the lens. I cose the D800 for wildlife because the wider field of view gives me sa better chance of catching the subject.

I have recently upgraded from a D200 to a D800. I do most of my PP with Capture NX2 (I also have PSE11). My computer has been crashing with the D800 NEF files.Any recommendations on what I need to handle the handle the 45 mb files?

I'm currently using an Intel Duo Core 2200 Ghz chip with 4 GB of SDRAM.

Great photos, looks like you had nice weather as well. When (what month) were you there, we will be in Alaska late May to mid June 2014 and we're trying to figure out what weather to expect.

Bravo! BTW I have never seen water boiling in a closed car.

I think we are all worrying about heat too much! The warnings about high temperature primarily were due to heat sensitivity for film. Cameras, and most electronics equipment are shipped and stored at ICC requirements (50 degrees C maximum) and individual components are generally tested at much higher temperatures in Military "shake and bake" tests. I lock mine in the trunk in a padded (read insulated) camera case with a light colored towel (see n3eg). Condensation, due to cooling, is a much more important issue. A more workable solution for heat is to buy a light colored car (not black). A black car can be 20 F. warmer inside than a white one.

I sent my Nikon 18 to 200 to Melville for repair recently. Price and turnaround were reasonable and service was excellent.

Lovely photo! Lighting was tough but nicely balanced.

My wife has some cervical vertibrae issues and has used the Cotton Carrier for the past several years with a Nikon D7000 and 18 t0 400 lens. Much more comfortable when adjusted properly and completely secure when you use the provided safety straps that attach to the camera toggles. We live in Florida and heat is no more of an issue than anything else you can use.

!Thanks for good info! I have a Pelican for my P&S and I found it floating alongside the Kayak in Costa Rica. The camera was bone dry. Since my primary need is to keep the gear dry so that I can get it to shore, a Pelican sounds like it will be the right answer.

I'm going to be doing some photography from kayaks and I'm looking for a secure method of getting my camera gear in and out of the kayak and protecting it when not in active use. I'll be carrying my D7000 w/18 to 200 and D200 with 80 to 400 lens. I recognize the risks I face while I've got the camera in use but I'm more concerned about keeping them dry and protected from bumps etc. while they are in the case. I've tried roll top dry bags with less than ideal results. Any suggestions?

I had the identical Exacta VxIIa for many years and, as a leftie, I have complained about the shutter release position for every other camera I have owned since then. The weight factor (inertia) is another issue. Manufacturers keep trying to make DSLRs lighter to make them "easier to carry" which doesn't help getting steadier shots. I'm waiting for Nikon to sell a D400 to replace my D200 because I don't like the low weight or small "hand feel" of my D7000 (even though it is a great camera). Unless I am using a high shutter speed I routinely shoot in Ch and find the 2nd or 3rd shoot id frequently sharper because it eliminates mirror bounce and initial shutter push movement.