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

  • 7.3

    CNET Review

    June 27, 2008

    The Good: Lightweight and compact; affordably priced; very usable manual focus capability; optical image stabilization for sharper handheld photos at slow shutter speeds.

    The Bad: All-plastic construction, which is less durable than metal; sharpness falls off at 250mm where it is likely to see a lot of use.

    The Bottom Line: A lightweight, compact design coupled with its stabilized 400mm-equivalent focal length zoom and 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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Manufacturer: Canon USA

Part number: 2044B002

General

  • Length 4 in
  • Diameter 2.8 in
  • Weight 13.8 oz

Lens System

  • Lens System Telephoto zoom lens
  • Special Functions Tele, Zoom
  • Intended For Digital SLR
  • Focal Length 55 mm - 250 mm
  • Lens Aperture F/4.0-5.6
  • Minimum Aperture F/22 - f/32
  • Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 88 - 400 mm
  • Optical Zoom 4.5 x
  • Magnification 0.31
  • Image Stabilizer Optical
  • Min Focus Range 3.6 ft
  • Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
  • Zoom Adjustment Manual
  • Max View Angle 27.8 degrees
  • Min View Angle 6.25 degrees
  • Lens Construction 10 group(s) / 12 element(s)
  • Filter Size 58 mm
  • Diaphragm Blades 7
  • Lens Coating Super Spectra coating
  • Mounting Type Canon EF-S
  • Features UD glass

Miscellaneous

  • Included Accessories Dust cap, Lens cap

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

Buying Choices

55-250mm EF-S Lens from 7 online stores: Lowest Price: $229.95

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