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Canon EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS

Rating 4.5 78 reviews
Manufacturer: Canon
CNET
11 years ago

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4.0-5.6 IS lens

Available for less than $300, the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS is a lightweight, affordable first or second lens to complement your entry-level or midrange digital SLR. With its 400mm-equivalent focal length, you get the reach and angle of view desirable for shooting portraits and sports, or just...
Pros:
  • Lightweight and compact
  • affordably priced
  • very usable manual focus capability
  • optical image stabilization for sharper handheld photos at slow shutter speeds
Cons:
  • All-plastic construction, which is less durable than metal
  • sharpness falls off at 250mm where it is likely to see a lot of use
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buydig.com
11 years ago

lens for all

Pros: Been looking for this lens and finally found it with a good price, got it the very next day and it great. the pictures are so clear, the zoom is great I just love it. Can't sy Anything bad about it!!! Cons: Other thoughts:
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ePHOTOzine
12 years ago

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens Review

Gary Wolstenholme reviews this new telephoto zoom lens from Canon, the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM.
Pros:
  • Great sharpness in the centre throughout the zoom range
  • Lightweight
  • Fast focusing
  • Effective stabiliser
Cons:
  • Plastic lens mount may put some buyers off this lens
  • Quite expensive compared to its predecessor
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Circuit City
12 years ago

Disapointed

The information stated that if used with an eos cannon the zoom would be 85 t0 400mm and it is not I should have gottin the 75 to 350 for a $150.00 half the price and better zoom.
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TigerDirect
12 years ago

Disapointed

The information stated that if used with an eos cannon the zoom would be 85 t0 400mm and it is not I should have gottin the 75 to 350 for a $150.00 half the price and better zoom.
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Newegg
12 years ago

Works Great

We've had this for over two years, still use it a couple of times a month. No issues.
Pros:
  • Crystal clear
  • no issues in storage
  • easy to go from one to the other
Cons:
  • None I can think of
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PC Magazine
12 years ago

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM ($349.99 direct) is a telephoto lens for Canon APS-C D-SLR cameras . It covers a field of view that's roughly equivalent to an 88-400mm zoom on a full-frame camera, delivering impressive telephoto reach at its maximum zoom.
Pros:
  • Impressive sharpness
  • STM focus motor
  • 4.5x zoom range.
Cons:
  • Modest aperture
  • Plastic lens mount.
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itreviews.com
12 years ago

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM ($349.99 direct) is a telephoto lens for Canon APS-C D-SLR cameras. It covers a field of view that's roughly equivalent to an 88-400mm zoom on a full-frame camera, delivering impressive telephoto reach at its maximum zoom.
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zopper.com
12 years ago

The Lens You Must Have ....

Being a proud of owner of Canon EOS 500D and this lens makes me overwhelmwed with the output of the photos that I am clicking. 10X Zoom is the best and the clarity of the picture taken is so great,each and every detail can be identified.This lens is must to have when you are using a SLR.
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naaptol
13 years ago

Lightweight and compact; affordably priced; very usable manual focus capability; optical image stabilization for sharper handheld photos at slow shutter speeds. Affordable price make the canon ef-s 55-250mm f4-5. 6 is a versatile lens for entry-level shooters and amateurs on a budget.
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