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Canon - EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Telephoto Zoom Lens - Black
Average Customer Rating:
4.3
Rating breakdown 152 reviews
5 Stars
90
4 Stars
37
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
4
1 Star
4
90%of customers recommend this product.
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123 out of
136)
Customer Reviews for Canon - EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Telephoto Zoom Lens - Black
Customer Rating
5
Sharp Pics, Low Price
on June 28, 2012
Posted by: Jomaque
from Southern California
I had bought this lens for my SLR body, and overall it is a very good lens. The outcome of the photos are very sharp and I enjoy shooting with it. However, I do want to point out that ,under certain conditions, that the autofocus will not work or will go "hunting". But I do recommend this lens as a starter who has just transitioned from P&S cameras to DSLRs
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Super-sharp images
Cons: Poor build quality, hunting
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: KC Jones
from Black Hawk, CO
Verified Purchase:Yes
Amazing lens! Great for distance shots as well as close ups. I usually keep this lens on by default. The auto focus and image stabilization is phenomenal as well!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: dfergu
from Ohio
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really like this lens. It is so quiet I actually thought it wasn't focusing. Also very light.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Good starter lens!
on February 17, 2011
Posted by: Shooter
from Salt Lake City, UT
I actually like this lens. But it's not my favorite. I've used if for about a year now. And have impressed myself at some of the shots I've taken. I've had the chance to try our a couple L lenses and the only thing that I think I have missed is the build quality, and the better apertures. I like the fact that it at least has IS. It helps in low light, but is not excellent. I find myself raising the ISO frequently to compenste for the small apertures even with the IS. I think the range is great for general purpose, although, it wouldn't hurt to extend it to 70 or 85mm. Basically, I'm glad that this lens is included in the kit, but if you are serious about taking good pictures, you will want to upgrade if you have the means.
Pros: Fast auto-focus, low cost
Cons: Poor build quality
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: TheK2
from Hampshire, Illinois
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've had this for a few months and am very happy with the quality and value. Fine pics for a price that doesn't break the bank.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Excellent Starter IS Lens
on May 19, 2011
Posted by: StandsStills
from Honolulu,Hawaii
Had this lens four four months now,As with others is a little slow with autofocus on my T2i. Qualityof images is top notch for a non L lense.Has fairly good bokeh.Again this is not an L lense so for the value I feel it is a good choice.In my experience with it I get Excellent Quality Images with it about 85% of the time,Shooting Sports and Wildlife and even still life compositions.
Pros: Super-sharp images, excellent is, value
Cons: Slow auto-focus, slightly muted colors
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great zoom lens .
on July 18, 2011
Posted by: apocalypse
from My first 55-250 in Chicago
I use this lens to get great close up shots as well as far away shooting with really good results . The noise during the zoom will just fade away the longer you start using this nice lens .
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images
Cons: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: KGMN
from MN
Verified Purchase:Yes
We used this lens to take pictures on a recent trip to Israel and it did not disappoint! Easy to use and spot on focus this lens takes fantastic pictures.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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