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

Canon

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

📏 55-250mm 🔌 Canon EF Mount 🔍 Zoom

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Market Position 20% 65.0
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📖 Overview

The Canon EF-S 55-250mm is a telephoto zoom lens designed for APS-C cameras, offering a useful reach for distant subjects. It's best suited for sports and wildlife photography on a budget. It's relatively inexpensive, but the image quality and build reflect that.

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📋 Specifications

Focal Length 55-250mm
Lens Type Zoom
Mount Canon EF
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus Yes
Weather Sealed No

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🖼️ Sample Photos

Real-world photos taken with the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS, sourced from SampleShots.

📷 Compatible Cameras

Native Mount

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🔄 Via Adapter (24 cameras)

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