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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 1092 reviews

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Customers value the zoom and image quality of the EF-S55-250mm F4-5.6 IS STM Telephoto Zoom Lens, frequently praising its performance for the price. Many also appreciate its ease of use, lightweight design, and generally positive autofocus experience. While some users noted limitations in low-light performance and aperture, the overall feedback highlights the lens's strengths in delivering good image clarity and versatility.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hi quality, easy to use telephoto lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I found this lens to perform exactly as advertised. the combination of telephoto capability with a variety of exposure setting perfect in capturing my grandchildren's performance at swim meets and soccer games.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    looking for cheap telephoto lens here it is!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for the beginner like myself. Its lacks the essence of quality, but still recommend it. GREAT FOR PHOTOS OUTSIDE AND GOOD FOR OUTSIDE VIDEO, NOT GOOD FOR INSIDE BECAUSE OF THE APERTURE CHANGING, STILL GREAT AND CHEAP!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic Lens !

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am very pleased with the lens ... it's sharp and fast and the colors are gorgeous. I had version one and this is an upgrade to version two. No regrets !! Love the Lens .. Love Canon !!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use, Image quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for a beginner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sharp pictures and easy to use. I like the automatic stabilizer feature

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice inexpensive lens with some length to it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great way to get into longer focal lengths without spending a ton of money. The build quality is a little plastic-ey, but everything functions perfectly. The image quality is good but is certainly not going to rival a high-end lens like the Canon 70-200 L. I am please with this lens. Oh, remember to keep your shutter speeds up when you are shooting way out on the range of this lens!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent lens!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This has been an excellent lens! Took it on a five week trip to Europe and found it to be flexible for compositions and good under a variety of lighting conditions. This matches well with my 35mm-200mm lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I like it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to use with my Canon Rebel t6i and haven't had any problems with it. Picture clarity is great, I can even zoom in all the way and take clear pictures of three craters on the moon. All in all I'm happy

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Len's

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have a Canon Rebel EOS XTi Digital camera and I've been using a 28 - 90 lens is great not only because of the telephoto capacity but the IS makes it even easier to take shots on the fly without getting blurry images

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens to start your photo hobby!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is an excellent tele-photo lens. The action shots I am able to take with this at ball games are fantastic. Another great product for a great price from Best Buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this lens at a discount as part of a package with a Canon Rebel T5i, and it is such a good addition to the 18-55mm lens that comes with the Rebel body. Having a full range of up to 250mm made my photos come out great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Zoom

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to go on a Cannon SL3. It is great for outdoor use as it gives you a lot more distance and still gives clear, nice looking photos.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Lens for the Money

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent lens for the money. Pairs perfectly with an entry-level DSLR. Crisp, clean pictures. Would definitely recommend to a friend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Lens!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This 55-250 lens is Great for when you're in between needing a short zoom lens or a long zoom lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful for Outdoor Photos

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have 3 cameras and recently purchased the extra lens to allow my friend to take pictures outdoors with me. Best Buy had a sale and I went with the 55-250 mm version. It has been great! The pictures are clear as can be.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I took it on my trip to South Africa to capture animals on Safari. It takes a bit of getting used to with the camera but...amazing pictures. I would highly recommend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens is good for regular photography. Not the sharpest but ok. Kind of expensive for the average plastic build quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for many photo ops. Brings objects up close. Clear photos. Well worth the money.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good quality lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very nice lens. It's perfect distance for everyday picture taking.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This lens works well.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It does all that it was advertised to do. The automatic focus works well and is pretty quick to adjust. If you have the camera set to Aperture priority or Time priority it works well. It was reasonably priced too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value for the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome lens, haven’t had much of a chance to use it yet. But I’ve already take some awesome pictures of the moon with it!

    I would recommend this to a friend