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Canon 2044B002 EF-S 55-250mm Telephoto Zoom Lens IS
Canon 2044B002 EF-S 55-250mm Telephoto Zoom Lens IS
Canon 2044B002 EF-S 55-250mm Telephoto Zoom Lens IS
Canon 2044B002 EF-S 55-250mm Telephoto Zoom Lens IS
Canon 2044B002 EF-S 55-250mm Telephoto Zoom Lens IS
Canon 2044B002 EF-S 55-250mm Telephoto Zoom Lens IS
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Canon 2044B002 EF-S 55-250mm Telephoto Zoom Lens IS

Affordable telephoto zoom with built-in image stabilization for Canon APS-C shooters chasing distant subjects.

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Overview

The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS II is a compact telephoto zoom designed for Canon's APS-C DSLR lineup. Covering an equivalent focal range of roughly 88–400mm, it bridges the gap between a standard kit lens and dedicated super-telephoto glass — making it a practical choice for wildlife, sports, travel, and portrait photography where you need to isolate a subject from its surroundings. The built-in optical image stabilizer is a standout feature at this price point, actively counteracting hand shake to deliver sharper results when shooting handheld at the longer end of the zoom range.

Canon's Super Spectra coatings work to minimise lens flare and ghosting while maintaining neutral colour rendition across the zoom range. At just 13.8 ounces, the lens is light enough to pair with entry-level and mid-range APS-C bodies without creating a front-heavy rig. The 58mm filter thread is a common size shared with many Canon kit lenses, allowing you to reuse filters you may already own. While the variable f/4–5.6 aperture means it is not a low-light specialist, in daylight and moderately lit conditions the lens delivers clean, contrasty images with pleasing background separation at longer focal lengths.

Key Features

Canon EF-S Mount (not compatible with full sensor DSLRs)

Super Spectra coatings also help ensure accurate colour balance and sharp, high-contrast results

Ideal for emphasising subjects shot against distracting backgrounds

Specifications

Focal Length
55-250mm
Maximum Aperture
f/4.0-5.6
Lens Mount
Canon EF-S
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
58mm
Dimensions
4.25 x 2.76 x 2.76 inches
Weight
13.8 ounces
Coating
Super Spectra

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The EF-S mount is designed exclusively for Canon APS-C sensor DSLRs. It will not physically mount on full-frame Canon EOS bodies.
The IS system compensates for several stops of camera shake, letting you shoot handheld at slower shutter speeds than the focal length would normally allow — particularly useful at the 250mm end.
It accepts standard 58mm threaded filters for UV, polarizer, or neutral density use.
It can capture wildlife and casual sports at moderate distances. The 250mm reach (400mm equivalent on APS-C) is helpful, though the variable f/4–5.6 aperture may limit performance in low light or with very fast-moving subjects.
Yes, it features Canon's DC motor autofocus with full-time manual focus override so you can fine-tune focus without switching modes.

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