Comments on: Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Lens Reviews

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 21:31:13 +0000

@Amanda
Thank you very much for your advice! I was actually wondering if just buying the XS would be sufficient and yes it would save me some money up front!
Thanks again!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:58:22 +0000

@Carolyn
If you’re new to using SLR’s I would suggest you get the Canon Rebel XS to start off with. That, and it will save you much more. Not to mention, honestly the lens matters more than the body, so use what you save towards a good lens.
The XS is also a great camera and with your experience it will give you the same quality pictures and an easier time to learn how to use it. The T1i is a more advanced camera and isn’t really worth getting for some time.

as for the lens..
@Shekhar
@Aileen

It depends on what you’re using it for. The 55-250mm is more useful if you’re taking pictures with not the best lighting, and gives a general better picture, but the 75-300mm lets you zoom in more.
Personally I would suggest the 55-250 simply because it is rated a better lens overall and in my opinion the IS is well worth it.

@Sarah
Yes. it’s compatible. I would definitely suggest that lens for a first telephoto lens. It takes practice though, so don’t get frustrated if it doesn’t immediately give you the pictures you want. Experiment with settings, look up how to control your shutter speed and aperture, and whatever you do do not depend on the Auto setting on your camera. It’s a fantastic camera, but it’s not made to be a point and shoot.

By: Aileen

Aileen — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:22:58 +0000

Pls help me decide whether to buy the Canon EF 75-300mm III USM (w/o IS) or the EF-S 55-250m IS..

By: Sarah

Sarah — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 08:55:43 +0000

I have a Rebel XSi. mm, we bought the kit so it came with a 18-55mm. I’m not sure what everything means, “xsi”, “18-55mm”. But I’d like a lens with more zoom, for sports. Any recommendations?

Also, I know someone selling the Canon EF-S 55-250mm lens. Is that compatible with my camera? & if it is, is it good for sports?

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 03:42:03 +0000

Hello! I am about to purchase a Canon Rebel within the next couple of days, most likely the T1i. It comes with the 18-55mm IS lens but I am thinking that I will go ahead and purchase an additional lens with it as well. Any suggestions as to which lens I would be better choosing?

Canon EF-S 55-250 f/4-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens
OR
Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens??

I am confused!!! By the way, I am new to SLR so to be quite honest most of this makes no sense to me!!
Thank you very much in advance for any suggestions!

By: michael

michael — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:32:34 +0000

hi, ive just purchased the canon 500d. its mainly intended for home use but in june i will be visiting my local grand prix curcuit for the motogp (motorbike races) i will be sum distance away from the bikes but i want some good shots. canon ef 55-250 is? or canon 75-300 usm mk3? cheers.

By: khandaker opi

khandaker opi — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:37:16 +0000

Can anyone tell me the Canon EF-S 55-250mm lens will work on a Canon EOS 450d ?

By: Shekhar Das

Shekhar Das — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:07:43 +0000

I meant the Canon EFS 55-250 IS compared to the 70-300 USM without the IS

By: Shekhar Das

Shekhar Das — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:05:02 +0000

After going thru the reviews I am really confused. Please advise me as to what would be most suitable for me. Canon EFS 55-250 or 70-300 (not the IS). My budget is within $300.00

By: Dave

Dave — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:00:39 +0000

Thanks for your help, I’ll try and stretch to the 70-300mm IS lens and have a couple of Scott Kelby books to guide me through