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Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras USA

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The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens is a compact and lightweight telephoto zoom lens that is specifically designed for the range of EOS digital SLR cameras that use the smaller EF-S lens mount. Combining powerful performance with high image quality, this lens offers the equivalent of 88-400mm in 35mm format, and is ideal for photographers seeking an affordable, versatile lens for general-purpose telephoto photography.

The EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens incorporates Canon's 4-stop compensation Image Stabilizer technology. This allows the use of shutter speeds up to 4 times slower with no perceptible increase in image blur. Automatic panning detection automatically turns off the Image Stabilizer in either the horizontal or vertical direction when following moving subjects.

Note! Compatible with cameras that have APS-C size sensors

Image Stabilizer
4 step Image Stabilizer (IS) extends low light options to previously unavailable levels. Photographers normally shooting handheld at 1/250 sec can switch on IS to obtain a similarly steady and blur-free result with a shutter speed of just 1/15 second.
Superior Image Quality
One UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) lens element is used to suppress the effects of secondary chromatic aberrations - for crisp, sharp, high-contrast images without fringing throughout the zoom range.
Super Spectra Coatings
Optimized Super Spectra lens coatings and lens element shaping, suppress flare and ghosting - more prone to occur with digital cameras due to reflection off the image sensor. Coatings also help achieve true color balance and increase contrast for vivid hi-fidelity images.
Performance
Focal Length 55 - 250 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/4 - 5.6
Minimum: f/22 - 32
Camera Mount Type Canon EF-S
Format Compatibility Canon (APS-C)
Angle of View 27° - 6°
Minimum Focus Distance 3.61' (1.1 m)
Magnification 0.31x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:3.22
Groups/Elements 10/12
Diaphragm Blades 7
Features
Image Stabilization Yes
Autofocus Yes
Tripod Collar No
Physical
Filter Thread 58 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 2.8 x 4.3" (7.11 x 10.92 cm)
Weight 13.76 oz (390 g)
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras
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    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

    by PowerReviews
    CanonEF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras
     
    4.5

    (based on 1289 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (764)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (474)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (43)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (4)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (4)

    98%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Easily interchangeable (804)
    • Lightweight (766)
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus (721)
    • Consistent output (546)
    • Durable (391)

    Cons

    • Poor in low light (167)
    • Slow focus (151)
    • Weak casing (81)
    • Heavy (66)
    • Blurry focus (22)

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/scenery (676)
    • Wildlife photos (594)
    • Sports/action (586)
    • Weddings (236)
    • General purpose (146)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual photographer (435), Photo enthusiast (429), Semi-pro photographer (117), Enthusiast (95), Photography student (28)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (713), Yes (113)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Not bad at all!

    Let's get this straight. People who complain about Distortion and CA, get over it. With good software such as Lightroom or DXO, you have no need to worry. These all can be fixed...Read complete review

    Let's get this straight. People who complain about Distortion and CA, get over it. With good software such as Lightroom or DXO, you have no need to worry. These all can be fixed. Honestly this lens isn't as bad as some that I've seen really. Also when you complain about this being not so good in Low Light? Know what you're buying and what it's purpose is. That being said. I'll be honest, the reason why I purchased this lens was because it cost an extra $ on top of the body purchase I was making. This lens is simply filling a void right now till I can replace another Super-Zoom lens I once had. Keep in mind, this is not an L-Class, but for the money it WILL give you great images if you know what you're doing. It's clean, not too soft at either end and will perform quite well for what it is intended for. Outdoor Daylight or a very still night time shot. I have no complaints about the lens, I owned one before and was quite happy with it. The build quality is better than expected, it doesn't feel quite cheap. So if you're looking for a really cheap zoom, go for it. I'm not going to list any CONS with this lens because it is only meant for one purpose and it does its job quite well.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    A budget-friendly compromise

    I was looking for a lens to supplement the 18-55mm lens that came with my EOS Rebel T3i and with my tight budget, choices were limited. After a fair bit of research I ...Read complete review

    I was looking for a lens to supplement the 18-55mm lens that came with my EOS Rebel T3i and with my tight budget, choices were limited. After a fair bit of research I plumped for The 55-250mm because it seemed to offer a reasonable compromise - good performance at an affordable price.
    I have tried it in both auto and manual modes over distances ranging from about 2 meters (6' 6") to infinity and the results were more than adequate for my requirements. I'm sure more use will further improve the results.
    Once or twice in the beginning I thought I felt a bit of hesitation when using auto focus, but it hasn't repeated that.
    My only concern is the somewhat flimsy construction, but my last lens purchase was for a Canon AE-1 about 20 years ago, and things have changed since then so I might be treating it a little unfairly. With care I'm sure it will do what I ask of it and last the distance.
    I would have given the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLRs three-and-a-half stars if I was able, as it deserves more than a three.

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    4.0

    A good middle of the road

    By PConvictions

    from San Antonio, Texas

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
    • Lightweight
    • Nice Bokeh

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Macro Photography
      • Night Photography
      • Sports/Action
      • Video
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife Photos

      Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

      I am not surprised by the good image quality of the lens - but I am surprised by how good the IS is for such a focal length lens. I have a tamron 70-300 that is just phenomenal but the IS is kinda noisy, does the job, but noisy. But the IS in this lens, you can't even hear it.

      Very nice, very nice indeed.

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      • No

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      5.0

      Excelent price!

      By Luis

      from Ca

      About Me Photography Student

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Fast / accurate auto-focus
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Sports/Action
        • Wildlife Photos

        Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

        I found and excellent price for these lens! The product came on time.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        4.0

        Good and simple.

        By Vega

        from Northern Mariana Islands.

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

              It's a inexpensive zoom lens. The quality is good. Of course you can always get a better one if you have the money. If you're just an amateur photographer, I suggest you get this but if you are printing out larger formats formats and its your job, get the higher models.

              Share this review

               
              5.0

              Perfect fit for the T4i

              By Sylvain

              from Montréal, Canada

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              See all my reviews

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Consistent Output
              • Durable
              • Easily Interchangeable
              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
              • Lightweight
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Sports/Action
                • Weddings/Events

                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                I also own a 75-300 and as long as thi sone is a little more in cost it is worth the difference and easier to use.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Share this review

                 
                4.0

                Only tried the product once

                By Buns29

                from Strum, WI

                About Me Casual Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Easily Interchangeable
                • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                • Strong Construction

                Cons

                • Used Once

                Best Uses

                • Sports/Action

                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                Seems to be good so far.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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                5.0

                Great for Range

                By Gerttie the Graphic Designer

                from Milwaukee, WI

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easily Interchangeable
                • Fast / accurate auto-focus

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Sports/Action

                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                  Use for nature or where accessibility is hard.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  5.0

                  Outstanding quality

                  By Lexa

                  from Ariel, Israel

                  About Me Photography Student

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Consistent Output
                  • Durable
                  • Easily Interchangeable
                  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                  • Lightweight
                  • Nice Bokeh
                  • Rugged
                  • Strong Construction

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Landscape/Scenery
                    • Night Photography

                    Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                    Qoutstanding quality of lenses, very nice photos.

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • Yes

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                    5.0

                    a lot better lens than I thought

                    By astrogeekwannabe

                    from marengo, il

                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Consistent Output
                    • Easily Interchangeable
                    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                    • Lightweight
                    • Nice Bokeh

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Landscape/Scenery
                      • Macro Photography
                      • Night Photography
                      • Sports/Action
                      • Weddings/Events
                      • Wildlife Photos

                      Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                      Much better zoom than my canon non is 75-300mm III. Shot some astrophotography with it(comet pan-starrs) and definately is a great lens. I am glad I made this purchase as it works great on both my t4i and xti.

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

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                      4.0

                      Not bad for the price

                      By Micheal

                      from Oklahoma City

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      See all my reviews

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easily Interchangeable
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                      • Weak Casing

                      Best Uses

                      • Sports/Action

                      Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                      I bought this as a package deal with the Rebel t4i. It was a gift for my husband. The image stabilization is a Godsend. Image quality is okay. most issues and be resolved in software.

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • Yes

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                      4.0

                      Fine Telephoto

                      By Cyclist100

                      from A cave in the North Woods

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Lightweight
                      • Value

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Landscape/Scenery
                        • Wildlife Photos

                        Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                        A fine telephoto. Light in weight. Very fine VALUE.

                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No

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                        5.0

                        Great lens.

                        By Frenchy

                        from Sarasota, Fl

                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Consistent Output
                        • Durable
                        • Easily Interchangeable
                        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                        • Lightweight
                        • Strong Construction

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Landscape/Scenery
                          • Sports/Action
                          • Wildlife Photos

                          Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                          I use it a lot when we go out on our boat to shoot wildlife.

                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • Yes

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                          5.0

                          I would buy this product again and again

                          By Carasco

                          from Ballwin, MO

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Lightweight

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                              Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                              Nice to work with it

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                              4.0

                              Great zoom!

                              By Jaime

                              from New York

                              About Me Photo Enthusiast

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Consistent Output
                              • Durable
                              • Easily Interchangeable
                              • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Landscape/Scenery
                                • Night Photography
                                • Sports/Action

                                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                I recently went to a baseball game, and this lens allowed for great close up shots of the action on the field! The photos look like I was sitting front row!

                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No

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                                5.0

                                Love it.

                                By JO

                                from Idaho, USA

                                Verified Buyer

                                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                Easy. Clean and smooth.

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                                4.0

                                good value

                                By grandpa

                                from salt lake city

                                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Easily Interchangeable
                                • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                • Weak Casing

                                Best Uses

                                • Landscape/Scenery
                                • Wildlife Photos

                                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                Not perfect and without consistent focus at the edges, but for the price I am happy with it. I am also anxious to use it more.

                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No

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                                4.0

                                Great Lens, complements Canon T4i Kit

                                By RP

                                from Houston, TX

                                About Me Casual Photographer

                                Pros

                                • Consistent Output
                                • Easily Interchangeable
                                • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                • Plastic Locking Ring

                                Best Uses

                                • Landscape/Scenery
                                • Sports/Action
                                • Wildlife Photos

                                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                Very easy to use. Zoom quality and auto focus is what should be expect from Canon quality. A minor displeasure is the plastic locking ring.

                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No

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                                4.0

                                NICE LENSE

                                By Dutcher

                                from NC

                                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Consistent Output
                                • Durable

                                Cons

                                • Slow Focus

                                Best Uses

                                • Indoors/Low Light
                                • Landscape/Scenery
                                • Macro Photography
                                • Night Photography
                                • Sports/Action

                                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                Got it for a good price

                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No

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                                4.0

                                Pretty Good

                                By Phicelo

                                from Brasilia, DF, Brazil

                                About Me Casual Photographer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Durable
                                • Rugged

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Sports/Action

                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                  The cost is good for a quality product.

                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No

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                                  5.0

                                  Good Value

                                  By Ankur

                                  from Atlanta, GA

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easily Interchangeable

                                  Cons

                                  • Weak Casing

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                    Zoom is awesome

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                                    5.0

                                    Great

                                    By Bruce

                                    from Charleston, SC

                                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Consistent Output
                                    • Durable
                                    • Easily Interchangeable
                                    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                    • Lightweight
                                    • Nice Bokeh

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Landscape/Scenery
                                      • Sports/Action
                                      • Video
                                      • Wildlife Photos

                                      Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                      I use this for surf videography and photography. It so far works perfectly for medium range shots.

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                                      REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

                                      by PowerReviews
                                      CanonEF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras
                                       
                                      4.5

                                      (based on 1289 reviews)

                                      Ratings Distribution

                                      • 5 Stars

                                         

                                        (764)

                                      • 4 Stars

                                         

                                        (474)

                                      • 3 Stars

                                         

                                        (43)

                                      • 2 Stars

                                         

                                        (4)

                                      • 1 Stars

                                         

                                        (4)

                                      98%

                                      of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

                                      Pros

                                      • Easily interchangeable (804)
                                      • Lightweight (766)
                                      • Fast / accurate auto-focus (721)
                                      • Consistent output (546)
                                      • Durable (391)

                                      Cons

                                      • Poor in low light (167)
                                      • Slow focus (151)
                                      • Weak casing (81)
                                      • Heavy (66)
                                      • Blurry focus (22)

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Landscape/scenery (676)
                                      • Wildlife photos (594)
                                      • Sports/action (586)
                                      • Weddings (236)
                                      • General purpose (146)
                                        • Reviewer Profile:
                                        • Casual photographer (435), Photo enthusiast (429), Semi-pro photographer (117), Enthusiast (95), Photography student (28)
                                        • Was this a gift?:
                                        • No (713), Yes (113)

                                      Most Liked Positive Review

                                       

                                      Not bad at all!

                                      Let's get this straight. People who complain about Distortion and CA, get over it. With good software such as Lightroom or DXO, you have no need to worry. These all can be fixed...Read complete review

                                      Let's get this straight. People who complain about Distortion and CA, get over it. With good software such as Lightroom or DXO, you have no need to worry. These all can be fixed. Honestly this lens isn't as bad as some that I've seen really. Also when you complain about this being not so good in Low Light? Know what you're buying and what it's purpose is. That being said. I'll be honest, the reason why I purchased this lens was because it cost an extra $ on top of the body purchase I was making. This lens is simply filling a void right now till I can replace another Super-Zoom lens I once had. Keep in mind, this is not an L-Class, but for the money it WILL give you great images if you know what you're doing. It's clean, not too soft at either end and will perform quite well for what it is intended for. Outdoor Daylight or a very still night time shot. I have no complaints about the lens, I owned one before and was quite happy with it. The build quality is better than expected, it doesn't feel quite cheap. So if you're looking for a really cheap zoom, go for it. I'm not going to list any CONS with this lens because it is only meant for one purpose and it does its job quite well.

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                                      Most Liked Negative Review

                                       

                                      A budget-friendly compromise

                                      I was looking for a lens to supplement the 18-55mm lens that came with my EOS Rebel T3i and with my tight budget, choices were limited. After a fair bit of research I ...Read complete review

                                      I was looking for a lens to supplement the 18-55mm lens that came with my EOS Rebel T3i and with my tight budget, choices were limited. After a fair bit of research I plumped for The 55-250mm because it seemed to offer a reasonable compromise - good performance at an affordable price.
                                      I have tried it in both auto and manual modes over distances ranging from about 2 meters (6' 6") to infinity and the results were more than adequate for my requirements. I'm sure more use will further improve the results.
                                      Once or twice in the beginning I thought I felt a bit of hesitation when using auto focus, but it hasn't repeated that.
                                      My only concern is the somewhat flimsy construction, but my last lens purchase was for a Canon AE-1 about 20 years ago, and things have changed since then so I might be treating it a little unfairly. With care I'm sure it will do what I ask of it and last the distance.
                                      I would have given the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLRs three-and-a-half stars if I was able, as it deserves more than a three.

                                      Reviewed by 1289 customers

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                                      4.0

                                      A good middle of the road

                                      By PConvictions

                                      from San Antonio, Texas

                                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                      See all my reviews

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Consistent Output
                                      • Durable
                                      • Easily Interchangeable
                                      • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                      • Lightweight
                                      • Nice Bokeh

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Macro Photography
                                        • Night Photography
                                        • Sports/Action
                                        • Video
                                        • Weddings/Events
                                        • Wildlife Photos

                                        Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                        I am not surprised by the good image quality of the lens - but I am surprised by how good the IS is for such a focal length lens. I have a tamron 70-300 that is just phenomenal but the IS is kinda noisy, does the job, but noisy. But the IS in this lens, you can't even hear it.

                                        Very nice, very nice indeed.

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                                        • No

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                                        5.0

                                        Excelent price!

                                        By Luis

                                        from Ca

                                        About Me Photography Student

                                        Verified Buyer

                                        Pros

                                        • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                        • Lightweight

                                        Cons

                                          Best Uses

                                          • Sports/Action
                                          • Wildlife Photos

                                          Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                          I found and excellent price for these lens! The product came on time.

                                          • Was this a gift?:
                                          • No

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                                          4.0

                                          Good and simple.

                                          By Vega

                                          from Northern Mariana Islands.

                                          About Me Casual Photographer

                                          Verified Buyer

                                          Pros

                                            Cons

                                              Best Uses

                                                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                It's a inexpensive zoom lens. The quality is good. Of course you can always get a better one if you have the money. If you're just an amateur photographer, I suggest you get this but if you are printing out larger formats formats and its your job, get the higher models.

                                                Share this review

                                                 
                                                5.0

                                                Perfect fit for the T4i

                                                By Sylvain

                                                from Montréal, Canada

                                                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                See all my reviews

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Consistent Output
                                                • Durable
                                                • Easily Interchangeable
                                                • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                • Lightweight
                                                • Strong Construction

                                                Cons

                                                  Best Uses

                                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                                  • Sports/Action
                                                  • Weddings/Events

                                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                  I also own a 75-300 and as long as thi sone is a little more in cost it is worth the difference and easier to use.

                                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                                  • No

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                                                  4.0

                                                  Only tried the product once

                                                  By Buns29

                                                  from Strum, WI

                                                  About Me Casual Photographer

                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                  Pros

                                                  • Durable
                                                  • Easily Interchangeable
                                                  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                  • Strong Construction

                                                  Cons

                                                  • Used Once

                                                  Best Uses

                                                  • Sports/Action

                                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                  Seems to be good so far.

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                                                  • No

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                                                  5.0

                                                  Great for Range

                                                  By Gerttie the Graphic Designer

                                                  from Milwaukee, WI

                                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                  Pros

                                                  • Easily Interchangeable
                                                  • Fast / accurate auto-focus

                                                  Cons

                                                    Best Uses

                                                    • Landscape/Scenery
                                                    • Sports/Action

                                                    Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                    Use for nature or where accessibility is hard.

                                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                                    • No

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                                                    5.0

                                                    Outstanding quality

                                                    By Lexa

                                                    from Ariel, Israel

                                                    About Me Photography Student

                                                    Verified Buyer

                                                    Pros

                                                    • Consistent Output
                                                    • Durable
                                                    • Easily Interchangeable
                                                    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                    • Lightweight
                                                    • Nice Bokeh
                                                    • Rugged
                                                    • Strong Construction

                                                    Cons

                                                      Best Uses

                                                      • Landscape/Scenery
                                                      • Night Photography

                                                      Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                      Qoutstanding quality of lenses, very nice photos.

                                                      • Was this a gift?:
                                                      • Yes

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                                                      5.0

                                                      a lot better lens than I thought

                                                      By astrogeekwannabe

                                                      from marengo, il

                                                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                      Verified Buyer

                                                      Pros

                                                      • Consistent Output
                                                      • Easily Interchangeable
                                                      • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                      • Lightweight
                                                      • Nice Bokeh

                                                      Cons

                                                        Best Uses

                                                        • Landscape/Scenery
                                                        • Macro Photography
                                                        • Night Photography
                                                        • Sports/Action
                                                        • Weddings/Events
                                                        • Wildlife Photos

                                                        Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                        Much better zoom than my canon non is 75-300mm III. Shot some astrophotography with it(comet pan-starrs) and definately is a great lens. I am glad I made this purchase as it works great on both my t4i and xti.

                                                        • Was this a gift?:
                                                        • No

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                                                        4.0

                                                        Not bad for the price

                                                        By Micheal

                                                        from Oklahoma City

                                                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                        See all my reviews

                                                        Verified Buyer

                                                        Pros

                                                        • Easily Interchangeable
                                                        • Lightweight

                                                        Cons

                                                        • Weak Casing

                                                        Best Uses

                                                        • Sports/Action

                                                        Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                        I bought this as a package deal with the Rebel t4i. It was a gift for my husband. The image stabilization is a Godsend. Image quality is okay. most issues and be resolved in software.

                                                        • Was this a gift?:
                                                        • Yes

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                                                        4.0

                                                        Fine Telephoto

                                                        By Cyclist100

                                                        from A cave in the North Woods

                                                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                        Verified Buyer

                                                        Pros

                                                        • Lightweight
                                                        • Value

                                                        Cons

                                                          Best Uses

                                                          • Landscape/Scenery
                                                          • Wildlife Photos

                                                          Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                          A fine telephoto. Light in weight. Very fine VALUE.

                                                          • Was this a gift?:
                                                          • No

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                                                          5.0

                                                          Great lens.

                                                          By Frenchy

                                                          from Sarasota, Fl

                                                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                          Verified Buyer

                                                          Pros

                                                          • Consistent Output
                                                          • Durable
                                                          • Easily Interchangeable
                                                          • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                          • Lightweight
                                                          • Strong Construction

                                                          Cons

                                                            Best Uses

                                                            • Landscape/Scenery
                                                            • Sports/Action
                                                            • Wildlife Photos

                                                            Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                            I use it a lot when we go out on our boat to shoot wildlife.

                                                            • Was this a gift?:
                                                            • Yes

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                                                            5.0

                                                            I would buy this product again and again

                                                            By Carasco

                                                            from Ballwin, MO

                                                            Verified Buyer

                                                            Pros

                                                            • Lightweight

                                                            Cons

                                                              Best Uses

                                                                Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                Nice to work with it

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                                                                4.0

                                                                Great zoom!

                                                                By Jaime

                                                                from New York

                                                                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                                Verified Buyer

                                                                Pros

                                                                • Consistent Output
                                                                • Durable
                                                                • Easily Interchangeable
                                                                • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                                • Lightweight

                                                                Cons

                                                                  Best Uses

                                                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                                                  • Night Photography
                                                                  • Sports/Action

                                                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                  I recently went to a baseball game, and this lens allowed for great close up shots of the action on the field! The photos look like I was sitting front row!

                                                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                                                  • No

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                                                                  5.0

                                                                  Love it.

                                                                  By JO

                                                                  from Idaho, USA

                                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                  Easy. Clean and smooth.

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                                                                  4.0

                                                                  good value

                                                                  By grandpa

                                                                  from salt lake city

                                                                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                                  Pros

                                                                  • Easily Interchangeable
                                                                  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                                  • Lightweight

                                                                  Cons

                                                                  • Weak Casing

                                                                  Best Uses

                                                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                                                  • Wildlife Photos

                                                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                  Not perfect and without consistent focus at the edges, but for the price I am happy with it. I am also anxious to use it more.

                                                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                                                  • No

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                                                                  4.0

                                                                  Great Lens, complements Canon T4i Kit

                                                                  By RP

                                                                  from Houston, TX

                                                                  About Me Casual Photographer

                                                                  Pros

                                                                  • Consistent Output
                                                                  • Easily Interchangeable
                                                                  • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                                  • Lightweight

                                                                  Cons

                                                                  • Plastic Locking Ring

                                                                  Best Uses

                                                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                                                  • Sports/Action
                                                                  • Wildlife Photos

                                                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                  Very easy to use. Zoom quality and auto focus is what should be expect from Canon quality. A minor displeasure is the plastic locking ring.

                                                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                                                  • No

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                                                                  4.0

                                                                  NICE LENSE

                                                                  By Dutcher

                                                                  from NC

                                                                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                                  Pros

                                                                  • Consistent Output
                                                                  • Durable

                                                                  Cons

                                                                  • Slow Focus

                                                                  Best Uses

                                                                  • Indoors/Low Light
                                                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                                                  • Macro Photography
                                                                  • Night Photography
                                                                  • Sports/Action

                                                                  Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                  Got it for a good price

                                                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                                                  • No

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                                                                  4.0

                                                                  Pretty Good

                                                                  By Phicelo

                                                                  from Brasilia, DF, Brazil

                                                                  About Me Casual Photographer

                                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                                  Pros

                                                                  • Durable
                                                                  • Rugged

                                                                  Cons

                                                                    Best Uses

                                                                    • Sports/Action

                                                                    Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                    The cost is good for a quality product.

                                                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                                                    • No

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                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Good Value

                                                                    By Ankur

                                                                    from Atlanta, GA

                                                                    Verified Buyer

                                                                    Pros

                                                                    • Easily Interchangeable

                                                                    Cons

                                                                    • Weak Casing

                                                                    Best Uses

                                                                      Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                      Zoom is awesome

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                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Great

                                                                      By Bruce

                                                                      from Charleston, SC

                                                                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                                      Verified Buyer

                                                                      Pros

                                                                      • Consistent Output
                                                                      • Durable
                                                                      • Easily Interchangeable
                                                                      • Fast / accurate auto-focus
                                                                      • Lightweight
                                                                      • Nice Bokeh

                                                                      Cons

                                                                        Best Uses

                                                                        • Landscape/Scenery
                                                                        • Sports/Action
                                                                        • Video
                                                                        • Wildlife Photos

                                                                        Comments about Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens for Digital SLR Cameras:

                                                                        I use this for surf videography and photography. It so far works perfectly for medium range shots.

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