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Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Autofocus APS-C Lens, Black {58}

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Canon EF-S 55-250mm STM: the proven APS-C telephoto workhorse

On an APS-C Canon body, the 55-250mm focal range gives you an effective 88-400mm reach, which covers a lot of ground without requiring a second lens swap mid-shoot. The STM stepping motor drives autofocus quietly and continuously, making it a practical choice for video work where a conventional motor's chatter would be picked up by an on-camera mic. IS (image stabilization) extends your handheld keeper rate at the longer end, where 250mm at f/5.6 would otherwise demand a faster shutter speed than available light sometimes allows.

The 58mm filter thread is a common size, so polarizers and ND filters you already own will likely fit. Optically, this lens occupies a position in Canon's EF-S lineup as a telephoto complement to kit zooms that typically top out at 55mm, making the transition between the two lenses lossless in focal coverage. For a Canon APS-C shooter building out a two-lens travel kit, this has been the logical second piece for over a decade.

Who It's For

Canon APS-C shooters doing wildlife or birding from a distance get usable 250mm reach without the weight of a full telephoto prime. Video shooters benefit directly from the STM motor's quiet, smooth focus pulls during recording. Travel photographers pairing this with a 18-55mm kit lens get full focal coverage from wide to telephoto in two compact lenses. Sports photographers working in good light at shorter distances can rely on the image stabilization to compensate when shutter speeds dip at f/5.6.

Key Features

  • 55-250mm focal range on APS-C (88-400mm effective)
  • STM stepping motor for silent continuous autofocus
  • Image stabilization extends handheld shutter speed range
  • f/4-5.6 aperture across zoom range
  • 58mm filter thread fits standard accessories
  • Canon EF-S mount for APS-C bodies

FAQ

What's the effective focal length on a Canon APS-C body?
88-400mm. The 55-250mm range translates to roughly 1.6x magnification on APS-C sensors, which covers most telephoto needs without a second lens change during a shoot.
Why is STM autofocus better for video than traditional motors?
STM (stepping motor) focuses continuously and nearly silently, so an on-camera mic won't pick up the motor's mechanical noise. Conventional motors can chatter audibly during recording.
How much does image stabilization help at 250mm?
IS effectively lets you shoot 2-3 stops slower than you could handheld without stabilization. At f/5.6 and 250mm, that's the difference between 1/250s and 1/30-60s in marginal light.
Will my existing filters fit this lens?
Yes, if they're 58mm. The filter thread is a standard size, so polarizers, NDs, and UV filters you already own will mount without adapters.
Does this lens pair well with a kit zoom?
It's designed to. Most Canon APS-C kit lenses top out at 55mm, so the 55-250mm continues the focal coverage with no overlap gap. It's why this lens has been the second-lens choice for Canon APS-C shooters for over a decade.
Is this lens still competitive with modern telephoto options?
It remains optically sound and proven in field use. At its intended role-APS-C telephoto without breaking budget-it still delivers. If you need faster aperture or newer AF tech, you'd be looking at a different lens entirely.
SpecificationValue
Focal Length55-250mm
Max Aperturef/4
Min Aperturef/5.6
MountCanon EF-S

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Brand Name Canon
Filter Size 58mm
Focus Type Autofocus (lens motor)
Lens Mount Canon EF-S
Lens Type Telephoto / Long
Max Focal Length 250mm
Min Focal Length 55mm