Incorporating Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer technology, this Canon 55-250mm telephoto zoom lens captures long distance, low-light shots far better than many comparable lenses, helping you photograph the far-off action of athletes or zoom in for an intimate portrait with a blurred background.

The 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).

More significantly, the image stabilizer effect creates an equivalent shutter speed of roughly four stops faster than the same size lens without an image stabilizer.

In other words, if the slowest shutter speed you can hold a 250mm lens steadily is normally 1/250th of a second, this Canon lens will let you hand-hold shutter speeds as slow as 1/15th of a second.

The lens also boasts a UD-glass lens element to correct chromatic aberration to create excellent image quality throughout the zoom range. Delivering an excellent performance at an affordable price for all photographers, the 55-250mm lens carries a one-year warranty.

This Canon 55-250mm telephoto zoom lens is currently on sale on Amazon through this link only.


Technical Details

  • Focal length: 55 to 250mm
  • Maximum aperture: f/4 to f/5.6
  • Construction: 12 elements in 10 groups
  • Diagonal angle of view: 27 degrees (at 50 feet) to 6 degrees (at 15 feet)
  • Focus adjustment: DC motor, gear-driven (front focusing design)
  • Closest focusing distance: 3.6 feet
  • Filter size: 58mm
  • Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter and 4.3 inches long
  • Weight: 13.8 ounces
  • Warranty: 1 year
  • If you want to buy this telephoto lens, you can get it for nearly 50% off on Amazon through this link here.

    Let me show you what current owners have to say about it.
Joanne C.,
So, this is my only telephoto lens, so I can't really compare to others. I do own 2 different types of lenses, & I find myself going right back to this one. I think for the price, quality, & features it has won't disappoint you. I have some great shots with this lens & I'm always so happy using it. I'm an amateur photographer on a budget & this lens is perfect for me right now. If I could've afforded the extra 50mm for a longer range, I would've, but I'm still in love with what I have.

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