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Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 is II Telephoto Zoom Lens

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Focal Length Description 55-250
Lens Type zoom
Compatible Mountings Canon EF-S
Camera Lens Description 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS II

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  • Canon EF-S Mount (not compatible with full sensor DSLRs)
  • Super Spectra coatings also help ensure accurate colour balance and sharp, high-contrast results
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Price $239.00 $199.00 $158.99 $204.99 $249.00
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Item Dimensions LxWxH 4.25 x 2.76 x 2.76 inches 4.8 x 2.8 x 2.8 inches 8.9 x 5.35 x 5.4 inches 4.4 x 2.8 x 2.8 inches 6.69 x 4.33 x 4.33 inches
Item Weight 0.86 lbs 1.06 lbs 1.10 lbs 1.05 lbs 0.86 lbs
Lens Type zoom Telephoto Telephoto Telephoto Telephoto
Maximum Aperture f/5.6 f/4 f/4.0 1.4 millimeters f/4
Maximum Focal Length 250 millimeters 300 millimeters 300.00 millimeters 250 millimeters 250 millimeters
Maximum Aperture Range F4.0 - F5.6 F4.0 - F5.6 F4-5.6
Maximum Format Size APS-C / DX 35mm full frame Full Frame APS-C APS-C
Minimum Aperture 32 f/45 f/45.00 22 5.6
Minimum Focal Length 55 millimeters 75 millimeters 75.0 millimeters 55 millimeters 55 millimeters
Minimum Operating Distance 1.1 meters 1.5 meters
Photo Filter Thread Size 58 millimeters 58 millimeters 58.0 millimeters 58 millimeters

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    Incorporating Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology, this Canon 55-250mm telephoto zoom lens captures long distance, low-light shots far better than many comparable lenses, helping you photograph the far-off action of athletes or zoom in for an intimate portrait with a blurred background. The high-zoom-ratio lens is equivalent to a focal length of 88-400mm in the 35mm format (when used on Canon EOS cameras compatible with EF-S lenses). More significantly, the image stabilizer effect creates an equivalent shutter speed of roughly four stops faster than the same size lens without an image stabilizer. In other words, if the slowest shutter speed you can hold a 250mm lens steadily is normally 1/250th of a second, this Canon lens will let you hand-hold shutter speeds as slow as 1/15th of a second. The lens also boasts a UD-glass lens element to correct chromatic aberration to create excellent image quality throughout the zoom range. Delivering an excellent performance at an affordable price for all photographers, the 55-250mm lens carries a one-year warranty.

    Specifications

    • Focal length: 55-250mm
    • Maximum aperture: f/4 to f/5.6
    • Lens construction: 12 elements in 10 groups, including one UD-glass element
    • Diagonal angle of view: 27 degrees (at 50 feet) to 6 degrees (at 15 feet), with APS-C image sensors
    • Focus adjustment: DC motor, gear-driven (front focusing design)
    • Closest focusing distance: 3.6 feet (0.31x maximum close-up magnification)
    • Filter size: 58mm
    • Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter and 4.3 inches long
    • Weight: 13.8 ounces
    • Warranty: 1 year This telephoto zoom lens is designed with Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology while retaining compactness and lightness, in response to demands of photographers. This high zoom ratio lens is equivalent to a focal length of 88-400mm in the 35mm format (when used on Canon EOS cameras compatible with EF-S lenses), and the image stabilizer effect equivalent to a shutter speed about 4 stops faster than the same size lens without Image Stabilizer. In other words, if the slowest shutter speed you could formerly hold a 250mm lens steadily was 1/250th of a second, with Canon's 4-stop stabilization correction, you could hand-hold at shutter speeds as slow as 1/15th of a second. It also uses a UD-glass lens element to correct chromatic aberration for excellent image quality throughout the zoom range. This new EF-S telephoto lens with great features delivers excellent performance at an affordable price for all photographers.

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    4.0 out of 5 stars Lens For The Budget Conscious
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2010
    The Canon EF-S 55-250mm is a perfect choice if you shoot mostly wide angle shots and don't want to blow a ton of money on a telephoto zoom lens that you only use occasionally. This lens offers you reasonably sharp photos at a very, very good price. Here's a more indepth evaluation of this lens.

    - Sharpness
    The sharpness is on par with that of the 18-55mm kit lens. In the right conditions, it's almost (but not quite) pro-grade. For a budget lens, it's really about as sharp as they come. I think it's safe to say in terms of sharpness this lens will satisfy all but the most fastidious of prosumers.

    You best bet for seeing how sharp this lens is is to seek out professional review sites that show you a 100% crop of pictures taken with this lens and then decide for yourself.

    - Chromatic Aberration (CA)
    In bright sunlight, where chromatic aberration is most pronounced, the chromatic aberration on this lens is barely noticeable and probably imperceptible to the untrained eye. In more even lighting, this lens shows no signs of CA.

    - Auto-Focus (AF)
    The auto-focus is fast enough for still subjects, but for very fast-moving subjects, it's a hit-or-miss. I gave this lens a good workout shooting cheetahs running close to their top speeds at the Animal Ark, Reno, NV (OT: cheetahs can run at speeds of 70 mph or greater). Most of my shots came out blurry (and that's not due to motion blur) because the auto-focus wasn't fast enough.

    Like the kit lens, the auto-focus has trouble in lowlight conditions. It also has trouble with surfaces that lack texture. The motor whirs back and forth trying to lock on to a focus. It can be a little annoying at times.

    - Image Stabilization (IS)
    The image stabilization is amazing, even at 250mm. Interestingly, you can hear a click when the image stabilization mechanism kicks in. For handheld shot, especially at the 250mm end, the IS is immensely helpful for steadying your shots. I'm very impressed. (Bear in mind, too, the rule of thumb: the shutter speed should be at least as fast as the reciprocal of the focal length.)

    - Internal Focus (IF)
    The lack of IF would not ordinarily be a problem unless you're using circular polarized filters. The turning of the barrel throws the filter out of adjustment, so you would have to readjust the filter after the subject is brought into focus.

    - Build
    In terns of build quality, the lens is built a lot like the kit lens. There are complaints that it looks plasticky - maybe so - but it doesn't look cheap to be sure. It's lightweight but it feels well-built and sturdy. The zoom ring feels tight, but not overly so, so there is no zoom creep.

    - Alternative
    Just FYI, the [[ASIN:B0007Y794O Canon EF 70-300mm]] is reputed to be sharper than this lens. You might want to give this lens some consideration if the focal range is right and if you can afford to splurge a little.

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    I suspect the Canon EF-S 55-250mm is the best mid-telephoto zoom lens you can get at this price. For the budget conscious, and for people who need telephoto zoom only once in a while, this lens is a very good choice.
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