Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f/4-5.6 IS II
Canon Jun 2011
Canon APS-C

Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f/4-5.6 IS II

This is a APS-C zoom lens for Canon EF-S, covering 55-250 mm and a maximum aperture of f/4-5.6. It weighs 390 g and includes optical stabilization, and was released in 2011. That combination suits portrait photography.

It is a zoom lens designed for aps-c cameras. This standard-to-super-telephoto zoom lens features a f/4-5.6 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, street, events, sports, wildlife. The optical design incorporates 12 elements / 10 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/4-5.6
Aperture
55–250mm
Focal
390 g
Weight
Jun 2011
Released
Canon site

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Good for portrait
Street Events Sports Wildlife
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
55-250 mm
Maximum aperture
f/4-5.6
Minimum aperture
f/32
Number of diaphragm blades
7
Optical construction
12 elements / 10 groups
Minimum focusing distance
1.1 m (43.31 inches)
Filter size
58 mm
Lens mount
Canon EF-S
Dimensions
108 x 70 mm
Weight
390 g (13.76 oz)
Lens type
Zoom lens
Image stabilization
Yes
Max Format size
APS-C
Aperture ring
No
Usage
Portrait, Street, Events, Sports, Wildlife

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 40% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f/4-5.6 IS II
Egyptair Airbus A321neo
01 Egyptair Airbus A321neo by AMSfreak17
Saudia Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
02 Saudia Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner by AMSfreak17
Qatar Airways Boeing 777-300
03 Qatar Airways Boeing 777-300 by AMSfreak17
Emirates Airbus A380
04 Emirates Airbus A380 by AMSfreak17
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300
05 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300 by AMSfreak17
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300
06 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300 by AMSfreak17
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300
07 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300 by AMSfreak17
Ryanair Boeing 737 Max 8
08 Ryanair Boeing 737 Max 8 by AMSfreak17
KLM Cityhopper Embraer 195-E2
09 KLM Cityhopper Embraer 195-E2 by AMSfreak17
IMG_5733 - Grey heron
10 IMG_5733 - Grey heron by eugene-r
Saudia Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
11 Saudia Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner by AMSfreak17
Saudia Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
12 Saudia Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner by AMSfreak17
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300
13 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300 by AMSfreak17
Emirates Airbus A380
14 Emirates Airbus A380 by AMSfreak17
Emirates Airbus A380
15 Emirates Airbus A380 by AMSfreak17
Emirates Airbus A380
16 Emirates Airbus A380 by AMSfreak17
Swiss Airbus A220-300
17 Swiss Airbus A220-300 by AMSfreak17
Swiss Airbus A220-300
18 Swiss Airbus A220-300 by AMSfreak17
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300
19 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 777-300 by AMSfreak17
EasyJet Europe Airbus A320neo
20 EasyJet Europe Airbus A320neo by AMSfreak17
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Video reviews

1 on YouTube
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