Testseek.com have collected 20 expert reviews of the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS.
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20 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Lightweight and compact, Affordably priced, Very usable manual focus capability, Optical image stabilisation 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
A lightweight, compact design with its stabilisation and an 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. ...
Abstract: Canons new EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS is designed specifically for cameras with APS-C sized sensors and combines light weight with a very low price tag for an optically-stabilised lens. On the EOS 400D and 40D cameras we used for our tests, its foca...
Abstract: Further similarities include the same latest-generation Image Stabilizer, which combines a highly effective four-stop advantage with quiet operation and minimal battery drain, along with automatic detection for panning and tripod use.It also features t...
Abstract: The Canon EF-S 55-250mm IS puts in a very good performance for a very attractive price.The Canon EF-S 55-250mm IS is a long lens which is perhaps unsurprising considering the additional focal range it offers. The build is solid with a large rubberised ...
Performance is impressive, and image quality is unbelievably good. At a snip over £200, this lens rates pretty highly. It may not look quite as impressive as the pro spec lenses but most of us in the Photo Answers office would happily sacrifice style f...
Abstract: All in all, my personal take on both lenses that they are awesome, and easily deserve 10 out of 10 stars each, both achieving an Ultimate PC Reviews award. These lenses are highly recommended..
Abstract: Optical image stabilisation is actually more important for telephoto lenses than it is for wide-angle lenses as camera shake gets amplified at telephoto...
