The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS a telephoto zoom lens combining powerful performance with high image quality. Canon EFS 55-250mm IS a focal length equivalent of 88-400mm in 35mm format, it is ideal for photographers seeking an affordable, versatile lens for general-purpose telephoto photography.

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS offers the longest zoom range in the EFS series to date.

The 88-400mm equivalent focal length opens up new framing possibilities for owners of EF-S mount cameras shooting wildlife, sports and travel photography.
To combat the effects of camera shake, the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS incorporates Canon latest 4-stop compensation Image Stabilizer technology. This allows the use of shutter speeds up to 4 times slower with no perceptible increase in image blur. Automatic panning detection automatically turns off the Image Stabilizer in either the horizontal or vertical direction when following moving subjects.

Super Spectra coatings combat ghosting and flare by absorbing light that may be reflected off digital camera sensors or internal lens elements. Super Spectra coatings also help ensure accurate colour balance and sharp, high-contrast results.

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Features
Standard and telephoto zoom lens for D-SLR cameras  55-250mm focal range; fast f/4-5.6 aperture.
Canons latest optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology provides up to 4-stop compensation for image blur caused by camera shake and slow shutter speeds.
High Precision aspherical element for outstanding image quality.
Circular aperture helps create an even background blur when depth of field is minimized.
Automatic panning detection makes it easier for photographers to track wildlife and other moving subjects.
Super Spectra coatings to suppress flare and ghosting.