Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 Telephoto IS

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18 May 2009 Easy to use I have been using this lens more than any other. It woorks great for both close-ups and telephoto shots. I have been using it with the automatic setting on along with the vibration reduction and the pictures have been great.... –Doug Allanfrom Amazon.com
16 May 2009 Great lens if you will be satisfied with reach I bought this lens when I got my XSI based on the mostly glowing reviews. One reviewer noted that the 55-250 can be used with the Canon 250 D to shoot macro, and I did purchase the diopter as well and have enjoyed doing some macro with this lens. However, my big disappointment has been at the other end of the spectrum. While 250 mm on a APS-C sensor seems like a long reach, I found that I've missed opportunities to capture wildlife and especially birds because the telephoto just isn't long eno... –M. Terrellfrom Amazon.com
15 May 2009 No regrets I bought this lens to go with the 18-55 kit lens on my 40D and I have used it for sports and some portraits and I must say I'm impressed, my daughters play outdoor field hockey so having the range from 55mm to 250mm is great, the pictures are very sharp and I can't complain about the saturation or contrast, when used for portraits the bokeh is very nice, all this from a $255.00 lens? Like I said ....No Regrets!
P.S. You will need to buy the Precision Design ET-60 lens hood for $12.95 –Mikefrom Amazon.com

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