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.

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

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

fast focus, is works great and stm is very quiet

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the price is to much for this lens .... it's original price is 8k then why they are showing 12000 there which not good for this lens ... so plzz do its price 9k or 8k

Available for less than $300, the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS is a lightweight, affordable first or second lens to complement your entry-level or midrange digital SLR. With its 400mm-equivalent focal length, you get the reach and angle of view desirable for shooting portraits and sports, or just...

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

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

We've had this for over two years, still use it a couple of times a month. No issues.

Crystal clear; no issues in storage; easy to go from one to the other

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Being a proud of owner of Canon EOS 500D and this lens makes me overwhelmwed with the output of the photos that I am clicking. 10X Zoom is the best and the clarity of the picture taken is so great,each and every detail can be identified.This lens is must to have when you are using a SLR.

Very happy with this lens so far. The image stabilization (IS) truly separates it from the other economical options out there.

I bought this lens a couple weeks ago and was very surprised how great this lens is. I was even more surprised on how great it did taking macros. This is one lens that everyone should have in there bag.

Consistent Output; Easily Interchangeable; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Nice Bokeh; Rugged; Strong Construction

I had ordered this item from a different site and never received it. I was really very frustrated because they had charged me 4 something I never got and I really need it but couldn't wait long. So I ordered from you, guys, but never believed it will come on time 4 the trip that I needed it.

Canons' 55-250mm EF-S zoom lens with image stabiliser. A Nice reasonably compact size zoom lens which complements the Canon 18-55mm lens nicely. Described in some reviews as being light in weight due to its main plastic body I found it felt quite substantial, albeit not as heavy as an all metal...