Reddit reviews Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Telephoto Zoom Lens International Version (No Warranty)

Probably. I bought mine from Amazon. I guess you might be at a higher risk than normal of getting a fake or something? I wouldn't do it for an L lens or something, but for the 55-250 it seemed like too good of a deal to pass up.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EP71ETU

that price is doable. What's the best wa to review and compare these? I'm finding it difficult to find a comparison of all the compatible lenses but am sure it is online somewhere (like someone you can see specific compatible lenses for my specific camera, and what each lense does).

Also, what do u think about these ones:

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-EF-S-55-250mm-4-0-5-6-Telephoto/dp/B0011NVMO8

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-EF-S-55-250mm-F4-5-6-Cameras/dp/B00EFILVQU/ref=pd_sbs_421_t_1/134-5466414-1810016?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00EFILVQU&pd_rd_r=1dddaed1-c70b-4c21-b73a-7c43a7f32c18&pd_rd_w=JDAGN&pd_rd_wg=ZWFkR&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=SSKMF1R1GSJFDCH4PDSG&psc=1&refRID=SSKMF1R1GSJFDCH4PDSG

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-55-250mm-Telephoto-International-Warranty/dp/B00EP71ETU/ref=pd_sbs_421_t_2/134-5466414-1810016?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00EP71ETU&pd_rd_r=1dddaed1-c70b-4c21-b73a-7c43a7f32c18&pd_rd_w=JDAGN&pd_rd_wg=ZWFkR&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=SSKMF1R1GSJFDCH4PDSG&psc=1&refRID=SSKMF1R1GSJFDCH4PDSG


Sorry, for all the questions, just want to be sure. But for a second lens, what is your general suggestion? Telephoto, wide angle? Etc...

like this? https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Shops/Canon-8546B002-EF-55-250-STM-Lens/B00EP71ETU/ref=pd_sim_421_2?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=DK2CXS4M3VW61AY6AYVH&th=1

> The 55-250mm STM is very good for $300.

Is that not this? For significantly less than $300?

There are three versions of the 55-250mm IS: original IS, IS II, and IS STM. Be sure you get the STM version, it's very sharp, quiet, and focuses instantly.

$140 on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Canon-55-250mm-Telephoto-International-Warranty/dp/B00EP71ETU/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491491143&sr=1-3&keywords=canon+55-250mm+stm

Depending on where you live, you might be able to get it used for $100.

Is there a difference between this lens that someone can get new for $60 less?

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-55-250mm-Telephoto-International-Warranty/dp/B00EP71ETU

i got a couple this month. Grabbed a 50mm. Nothing fancy but certainly an upgrade from my kit lens. Also bought a 55-250mm. Again nothing overly expensive but gives me better range. Took this picture with it, close up of something near my house.

A DSLR at your budget is still an option as well - in fact, more so, if you want to look for telephoto (long range/large focal length) lenses. You can find really good deals on telephoto lenses in store, at amazon or at sites like craiglist - probably because these lenses don't have much use everyday, except maybe if you go to the zoo. For example, for your budget, you can pick up an entry-level DSLR, Canon 1200D - 2014 model - £250 new - includes 18-55mm kit lens (that's the focal length you will be using most of the time), and pair it with a Canon 55-250mm lens for £140. Also, bear in mind, a 55-250mm lens for a Canon really equates to 88mm-400mm in "35mm focal length". As all cameras see things differently, they have been standardised to its '35mm/full frame' equivalent. Now, off course, you can go for the Nikon equivalent, which would be the Nikon D3300 (widely acknowledged to be the best entry level DSLR), which goes for £320 with 18-55 kit lens. And pair it with one of many zoom lenses, such as this one from Tamron, 70-300mm, new for 80£. Also note that when looking at lenses for DSLRs, apart from looking at whether it's the correct mount, also check whether it has autofocus or not. You probably will want autofocus, especially if you haven't come from using manual focus before, and that you will be taking a lot of photos, not just one or two carefully composed pics!

Now, the reason why I didn't mention DSLRs previously is because they are pretty big! So keep that in mind. Also, the telephoto lens from Canon and Nikon are really cheap, even new. Quality wise, the're not 'wedding lenses' which are typically telephoto lenses with a really large aperture. But... they will be completely fine, and exceed, at taking pictures in normal lighting conditions. Given that both Canon and Nikon DSLRs have a large sensor, these budget telephoto lens will be able to take nice photos even in the evening. Also, you can switch out to the kit lenses which should be more than sufficient.

I agree that you should probably hold off on buying lenses until you know what you're doing. You get into gear too early and it distracts you from photography. Don't be a gear whore.

Also it gets you into this horrible habit of blowing loads of money on camera gear. Oops.

That said, that 55-250mm he linked to should be at the top of your shopping list. It is such a drastically different focal length that it will open up entirely new kinds of shots that your 35-55 cannot do.

That's my benchmark for deciding whether to buy new gear - do I just want new toys, or will this thing actually expand my options and let me do things that I couldn't possibly have done before?

The 18-135, by comparison, would pretty much replace your current lens. It would expand your capabilities a bit, but not as much. It would get you some wider shots though, which is sometimes very nice.

Everyone starts somewhere :) I would really hold off on buying another lens apart from the one provided, as it is all you NEED at the moment. I suggest mastering your 35-55mm and waiting a few months to upgrade. However, since you said it is something that you want, here are a couple of lenses I would suggest in that focal range... 1 2