Description
Overview
The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM is the ideal telephoto zoom lens for Canon APS-C DSLR owners (Rebel series, 70D, 80D, 90D, 7D series). It provides an effective focal range of approximately 88-400mm — perfect for sports, wildlife, portraits, and getting closer to distant subjects .
This lens features Canon’s STM (Stepping Motor) technology for smooth, quiet autofocus during video recording, and Optical Image Stabilizer (IS) rated for approximately 3.5 stops of shake correction . It’s widely considered the best budget telephoto zoom in Canon’s lineup.
This unit is in 97% excellent condition – fully tested, minimal signs of use, works perfectly.
Key Specifications
55-250mm focal length (88-400mm equivalent on APS-C)
f/4-5.6 maximum aperture
STM autofocus motor (smooth, quiet, ideal for video)
Optical Image Stabilizer (approx. 3.5 stops)
12-group, 15-element optical design
7-blade aperture diaphragm (rounded)
58mm filter thread
0.85m minimum focus distance
111.2mm length, approximately 375g weight
What’s in the Box
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens
Front and rear caps
Lens hood (ET-63B)
Accessories as shown
Why This Lens
This is one of the best value telephoto lenses Canon has ever produced. For under $100 used, you get useful telephoto reach (400mm equivalent) with effective image stabilization and silent autofocus.
The STM motor makes this lens particularly suitable for video work — focus transitions are smooth and the motor is virtually silent. The optical stabilization allows handheld shooting at slower shutter speeds, especially useful at the 250mm end.
For beginner photographers, this lens opens up creative possibilities that kit lenses cannot reach: compressed backgrounds, wildlife and sports photography, and candid portraits from a distance.
Honest Note
This is an EF-S lens, meaning it only works on Canon APS-C DSLR bodies. It will not mount on full-frame Canon DSLRs (5D, 6D) or Canon mirrorless cameras without an adapter.
At 97% condition, this lens shows minimal signs of use — clean glass, smooth zoom ring, accurate autofocus, and functional image stabilization.
Market Data
Japanese used market average: ¥11,614 (~$80)
Amazon 3rd Party Used (US): $348
MPB EU used: €69-304 depending on condition
New retail (when available): $300-400
Your price at $85 is well below global retail comps and aligned with the Japanese used market average — excellent value.
Who Should Buy This
Canon APS-C DSLR owners needing telephoto reach
Beginner photographers wanting to explore wildlife or sports
Videographers needing a quiet autofocus telephoto zoom
Those looking for the best telephoto value in Canon’s lineup
Parents shooting kids’ sports and events.
