Original Box About this model
The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM is a compact telephoto zoom designed for Canon's APS-C DSLRs. It covers a versatile 88-400mm equivalent range, ideal for portraits, wildlife, sports and travel. The optical Image Stabiliser compensates for up to four stops of camera shake, helping you shoot handheld at longer focal lengths. The STM (Stepping Motor) autofocus is smooth and quiet, making it well suited to video recording as well as stills. A UD lens element helps reduce chromatic aberration for sharp, clear images. This lens is a popular, affordable way to add serious reach to a Canon crop-sensor kit.
Key specs
| Type | Telephoto zoom lens (EF-S mount) |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 55-250mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/4-5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22-32 |
| Image stabilisation | Yes, up to 4 stops |
| Autofocus | STM (stepping motor) |
| Closest focus | 0.85m |
| Filter size | 58mm |
| Weight | approx. 375g |
| Format | APS-C only (EF-S) |
Compatibility
Fits Canon EF-S mount APS-C DSLRs only; not compatible with full-frame Canon DSLRs or EF-M mirrorless without an adapter. Works with Canon EF-EOS R adapter on EOS R mirrorless cameras (crop mode). Uses 58mm filters.
Questions about this model
Will this lens fit my full-frame Canon camera?
No, it is an EF-S lens designed for APS-C bodies. It cannot be mounted on full-frame Canon DSLRs.
Is the image stabilisation good for handheld video?
Yes, the 4-stop IS helps steady handheld shots, and the STM motor provides smooth, quiet autofocus for video.
What is the equivalent focal length on a crop sensor?
On Canon APS-C cameras, it gives an equivalent field of view of approximately 88-400mm in 35mm terms.
