Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II vs Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II | Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | canon-ef-s | canon-ef-s |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 18-55 mm | 55-250 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/3.5-5.6 | f/4.0-5.6 |
| Prime | No | No |
| Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (g) (difference) | — | 375,000 g |
Verdict
Pick Model A if you need a lightweight, budget-friendly walk-around lens for everyday shooting and wider scenes. Model B stays the better choice if you prioritize telephoto reach for distant subjects and can accept its higher price and weight.