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On an APS-C camera (those designed for EF-S lenses) - a 55-250mm zoom lens is equivalent to a focal length of 88-400mm with a full frame 35mm camera. On bright days, you have therefore with this lens a lightweight portable zoom with quite some reach when using the cameras for which it was designed. A 400mm lens with Image Stabilisiation would cost the "Earth" yet this lens has it The stabilising is quiet - and it works great. Auto focusng is also very quiet and very quick. Manually focusing - well, that works too, but it is seldom required; but for specific applications. All in all - simply fantastic.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
I can’t say if it’s durable because I’ve only had it a couple of weeks, however it is pin sharp and light. This lens is in great condition and has given great results in the field, it it quick to focus and quiet, nice and light and is a perfect addition to my kit
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I was concerned that the lens would not be very sharp having read a comparison web site. However, I wasn't prepared to pay for an L-series lens which it gave a higher rating to. It produces images sharp enough for my use and. I have been impressed with the Image Stabilization - which cuts down blur from camera shake. I would recommend this lens to all but professional photographers.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Excellent image quality, equal to an L class lens in real world use. Not as durable but very decent...not too plasticky or loosely held together Focussing not as fast as an L 99% sure anyone would be happy with it
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Well this piece of glass is a terrific lens. I think that it could be one of the most inexpensive lens for its image quality. Although it as a slow aperture and a middle quality bokeh, this lens has a stunning sharpness and an impressive IS system. You can surprisingly take shots at 250mm handheld with slow shutter speeds like 1/125 or even stopped down. For those who are in doubt with this one and the 70-200 f4 non IS, this is far better choice in every single aspects for APC cameras. It is smaller, lighter, far cheaper, has IS and similar IQ compared to the L lens.
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