Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
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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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Technical Details
- Focal Length & Maximum Aperture - 55-250mm f/4-5.6- Lens Construction - 12 elements in 10 groups, including one UD-glass element
- Diagonal Angle of View - 27° 50'- 6° 15' (with APS-C image sensors)
- Focus Adjustment - DC motor, gear-driven (front focusing design)
- Closest Focusing Distance - 3.6 ft./1.1m (maximum close-up magnification 0.31x)
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By Bojan Tunguz (Greencastle, IN USA)
I had owned Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black) for about a year when I decided that the standard lens that it came with was rather limited in terms of what sorts of shots I was able to take, especially when it came to taking pictures of distant object. I was not willing to spend too much money on any of the higher end professional or prosumer cameras. I needed something that would take decent photographs under the normal shooting condition, something comparable to the performance of the standard lens. I also wanted image stabilization, as I had come to appreciate how important it was for making low-blur shots. This Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS telephoto zoom lens fit that description perfectly, and over the last year and a half it has met or exceeded all of my expectations.
The lens, as can be expected, shoots good high-zoom pictures, especially in broad daylight. The image stabilization greatly helps in lower light condition as it eliminates a lot of the blur. However, I have not had much success with using this lens at night, even with really long exposure while using a tripod and a remote control. In my experience I got the best result when using this lens for shooting (relatively) nearby objects at high zoom. This would give me a really large contrast and the pictures that I got that way are among some of the best I ever shot.
This is also a fairly heavy lens, especially if you are not used to interchangeable lenses, so you need to plan in advance if you are going to use at a particular shooting situation or not. I discovered that it just fits perfectly in my regular sized DSL camera bag. Also, if you are using more than one lens at the shooting session be very careful when exchanging the lenses. I recommend always trying to find a flat surface on which you can lay down any one lens at a time.
Whether you are interested in taking close-ups of distant objects or creating some interesting artistic effects, this is a perfect lens to invest into after you've gotten used to taking pictures with SLR cameras.
By Tiger (India)
I can place myself between an Amateur and a Semi-professional photographer. After a lot of Internet research and personal experience with this lens, I have bought it from Amazon.com. Its a wonderful Lens. I don't think that there is close competition to this particular model in this zoom and Price range.
AutoFocus: Although not as quick as a USM, if you get used to it, you can shoot birds on flight real fast.
Glass: At around $229, you cannot expect this glass to deliver the quality of a professional L Series Lens, But you can still get stunning images which surprised many.
ImageStabilizaiton: Again its one of the best in Class.
Over All: 5 stars out of 5 from my side and I highly recommend this lens as an upgrade from the standard Kit lens (18-55mm).
By D. Wallas
had this lens since christmas for my Rebel Si with the 18-55. This lens is a perfect complement. This is not a professional quality lens, but if you an amateur shooter on a budget, it is fantastic. If you just enjoy shooting and want a decent zoom for closeups, long distance shooting this is it. I also got the 250D closeup filter, and since i've never used a macro before, it is a lot of fun. I now have a great all round DSLR setup for a relatively small amount of money - a huge range of focal lengths for someone who just wants to play around with a camera and take some decent images. I would highly recommend the lens, just don't expect it to be pro quality or durability. Oh and the colours and sharpness won't be pro level but you'll still have fun with it.
By David A. Laborde (Fort Walton Beach, FL)
The purchased lens was mated with a Canon EOS Rebel XSi. When using the camera in automatic, indoor pictures are slightly under-exposed and pictures taken outdoors are slightly over-exposed. I have not evaluated the lens in any other mode other than automatic. Autofocus and image stabalization seem to work well.
By Qi Wang (palatine, IL)
Bought as new from Amazon, but received a defective one.
Right after open the box, I found:
There are eight dark dust spots sticking to inside glasses of the lens;
There is one scratch on the surface of glass in the rear end of the lens.
Immediately returned it.
Recently I received a couple of defective or used electronic items from Amazon for new items including the almighty Canon T2i.
I am wondering whether it is because of bad warehouse management, logistics or because I selected super saver shipping and got punished ?
Updates:
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Amazon is in processing to give me a full refund.
Amazon customer service remains ranking at the highest level.
However, I decided to give marketplace a try.
I ordered this lens from Gigabargin at slightly higher price when considering the 3% discount for Amazon item.
Got this lens from Gigabargin,
it has three dust spots inside the glasses which is better than the one that I bought from Amazon weeks ago.
based on my experience, canon 55-250 is not well built inside. outside is okay.
Took 30 pictures and 10 mins HD 1080p movie at 30p/s with my newly bought canon T2i at my kid's Awards Night,
the actual image and video quality is well beyond average.
I recommend canon 55-250 lens and T2i Body for entry level DSLR fans.
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