Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Sony G 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens is widely praised for its excellent sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a fantastic value for amateur photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. Many users highlight the impressive image quality at the long end and the effective image stabilization, though some note softness beyond 200mm and noticeable vignetting at full zoom. A few reviewers experienced quality control issues like blurry images or a non-functional focus ring, but the overwhelming consensus is that this lens delivers outstanding performance for its price point.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness for the price
- Fast and silent STM autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Effective image stabilization
- Great value for money
Cons
- Softness beyond 200mm
- Noticeable vignetting at full zoom
- Plastic build quality
- Electronic manual focus requires camera power
- Slow maximum aperture (f/5.6 at 250mm)
Sony G 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS
The Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS lens is overwhelmingly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent image quality, making it a top choice for wildlife and bird photography. Users highlight the internal zoom design, which keeps the lens sealed and balanced, and note that while it is heavy, it is manageable with a monopod or tripod. A few reviewers mention issues with weight, low-light performance, and occasional quality control problems, but the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many calling it great value for the price.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Internal zoom design
- Great value for money
- Excellent for wildlife and birds
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Slow aperture for low light
- Large size
- Tripod or monopod recommended
- Occasional quality control issues
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM | Sony G 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 200 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 250 mm | 600 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 24 |
| Groups | 12 | 17 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 5★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | Nano AR Coating and Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/36 |
| Min Aperture | 4-5.6 | 5.6-6.3 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.38 kg★ | 2.11 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 95 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Direct Drive Super Sonic Wave AF Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 850 mm★ | 2.40 m |
| Max Magnification | 0.29x | 0.66x★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average macro (31st percentile)
Sony G 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong versatility (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average aperture (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average bokeh (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average build (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average macro (29th percentile)
Pricing
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM offers 10.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
