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Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM (Retail Box) Lens
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Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM (Retail Box) Lens
£289.00
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| Product code | CA40579 |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 4960999979373 |
| Barcode2 | 0013803220742 |
| Weight | 1 |
| Brand | Canon |
40 reviews for Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM (Retail Box) Lens
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Howard Faircloth –
I was curious to try this lens, having used a few STM lenses from Canon with my 70dThe lens is an update to the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens. After a week of field shooting I’ve come to conclude the lens is good, but better matched for video users (thanks to the STM update), it is better than the older version but at a fairly hefty price hikeStronger points:+ Build is somewhat improved over the IS II version (better quality plastics feels somwhat better in the hand) but it still has a plastic mount+ STM motor is very quiet/silent and won’t be heard during video recording, AF speeds are a bit quicker with less micro adjustements over the older version, at the 200/250mm mark AF speeds are a bit slower than at other focal lengths (still ok though)+ 58mm filter (common size) and non rotating front element+ Full time manual focus (note that you have to half press the shutter to overide focus, you can’t just grab the focus ring)+ Somewhat improved sharpness over the IS II version, sharp in the centre at all focal lengths, 100mm shows some improvement stopping down (seems to be the weakest focal length across the range) Edges and corners improve stopping down a little+ Vignetting is better at the 200-250mm focal range (was more of an issue on the older version)+ Compact and lightweight+ Quite good close up ability 1:3.4 (0.29x). at the 250mm endWeaker areas:- Has a plastic lens mount, not really acceptable for the price point- No lens hood supplied (add on purchase)- Bokeh isn’t amazing, some outlining in areas, it’s by no means bad, just average would likely benefit from more than 7 diaphragm bladesFor video shooters as your primary interest I would say yes go ahead and get this (for example using the 70d’s excellent on sensor phase detect AF)If you have the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens, and shoot stills mostly then it’s not really worth the upgrade (it’s improved optically but not so much you are likely to notice), or if you’re on a budget get the older version, and they’re available very cheaply second hand too.Other alternatives include the Tamron 70-300 Di VC, it’s a heavier lens by some margin and a bit more expensive, but has much much better build quality, a metal mount, comes with a hood, has quiet (but not 100% silent) USD AF, and you have a long warranty period as well as potential to use it on full frame. For not much more of an outlay. Tricky choice if you do stills mostly I’d look at the Tamron as your best option. Both lenses are good optically overall. If you can get a bundle kit deal with this lens that’s the best way to pick one up.
Veronica Linnett –
Pro: Very lightweight.Con: There is no focus lock.
Errol Woodhouse –
Compact zoom with internal focussing, seems to work well, jumps into focus
Rachana –
Plastic mount looks like it will snap with any force. If you own a crop cannon body look at 18-400 tamron as slightly more expensive but better alternative
thenealio –
Its amazing thank you i will return to your shop whenever i need a lens! It was like new! I have never bought reconditioned items for my camera in my life but thanks to you, you have helped me see the light of buying something recon that works as it should….thanks !
Catherine Rickards –
its a normal zoom nothing special, to get a nice sharp pictures you will need aroind 1000/s and higher, so zoom lens only on a nice sunny day and the right angle of the sun to the object , its a bit dark but when you shoot sport you need some aperture anyway to keep more planes in the view, its telescopic so be carefull how you store it in the bag or you can damage it. Its a shame it does not come with a sun shade , they also dont give you a pounch, like they used to in the past. (analog times). Af is not too bad, Stabilization is ok but nothing special, it would not handle photographing birds flying when handheld, you need a monopd for that
Terrier –
A fine lens for the money, but there are alternatives around
sally, easterton –
Telescope! Get this as your first lens.
K4Cam –
Its very good value for the money, the only thing that I dont like is the plastic mounting ring. It would be better if it was metal.
Jamess –
Value for money