Superb lens enabling you to take quality, pin-sharp close-ups from long distances. The image stabiliser is very effective too. The only drawback is the relatively small aperture but that's only a problem if you're photographing in low light or indoors, and even then the quality of the images remains...

Updated from my 55-250, the quality of the pictures from this lens is so much better, highly reccomend.

Pin point focussing; Am in Costa Rica at the moment and couldn't be more pleased

Can't find anything bad to say

Is it compatible for canon eos 1200d?

I haven't had this lens long but have found it to be excellent. It is quite expensive so I gave it 4 stars for value. This is not a reflection of the quality but just the price. I did receive the money back from Canon quite fast this time in contrast to my previous experience.

I bought this because I do a bit of "birding" and I wanted a long lens. The non "L" version was a bit disappointing. This is substantially bulkier, and heavier but oh my, it is terrific!

Sharp as a tack; good fast focusing

Big; heavy; (compared to non L version

I bought this for a Canon EOS 750D and is a great compromise over buying separate lenses. It's not too heavy and has a lock to prevent movement when pointing up or down. Initial results are excellent and I'm looking forward to testing more of its features.

Excellent for mid range photography. Annoying noise on autofocus reflecting in video mode.

faster ; quick focus .Excellent for mid range photography

jerking noise on focus and while video capture

This lens is exactly what I was expecting. The quality of the photos is excellent. The IS works as advertised. I highly reccomend it. If you can't afford Canon's L glass, try this one. It's light and compact, and makes a perfect walk-around lens.

Item just as described. Very good value for money. Item well packed to ensure no damage during delivery.