Canon EF 55-200 mm f/4.5-5.6 USM
Canon Mar 1998
Canon Full frame

Canon EF 55-200 mm f/4.5-5.6 USM

This is a full-frame zoom lens for Canon EF, covering 55-200 mm and a maximum aperture of f/4.5-5.6. It weighs 310 g, and was released in 1998. That combination suits portrait photography.

It is a zoom lens designed for full frame cameras. This standard-to-telephoto zoom lens features a f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, street, events, sports. The optical design incorporates 13 elements in 13 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/4.5-5.6
Aperture
55–200mm
Focal
310 g
Weight
Mar 1998
Released
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Good for portrait
Street Events Sports
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
55-200 mm
Maximum aperture
f/4.5-5.6
Minimum aperture
f/22-27
Number of diaphragm blades
6
Optical construction
13 elements in 13 groups
Minimum focusing distance
1.2 m (47.24 inches)
Filter size
52 mm
Lens mount
Canon EF
Dimensions
70 x 97 mm
Weight
310 g (10.93 oz)
Lens type
Zoom lens
Max Format size
Full frame
Usage
Portrait, Street, Events, Sports

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 14% of the frame width

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