The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS and the Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM is the longer of the two lenses at 111mm. The Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS with a length of 108mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 70mm.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM weighs 375g, 3% (15g) lighter than the Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS's weight of 390g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Zoom Lenses in Canon EF-S Mount for size comparison purposes.
Super Telephoto Lenses in Canon EF-S Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS and the Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS and the Canon 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM has the same Canon EF-S lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF-S lenses are Canon T8i, Canon 90D and Canon SL3.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
55-250mm and the fastest aperture of
F4.0 - F5.6.