Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM vs Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM | Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | canon-ef-s | canon-ef-s |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 10-18 mm | 55-250 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/4.5-5.6 | f/4.0-5.6 |
| Prime | No | No |
| Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
Verdict
Pick Model A if you need a wide-angle zoom for landscapes, architecture, or tight interiors and prefer a lower price. Choose Model B if telephoto reach for sports, wildlife, or distant subjects is more important and you can accept the slightly higher cost and dimmer maximum aperture at the long end.