EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Lens *Is This New?*

Like the standard kit lens, the optional EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS offers users of Canon EOS Digital SLRs with APS-C type CMOS sensors an affordable, lightweight, high-performance lens with tremendous range and flexibility. Given the 1.6x conversion factor inherent in the APS-C sized sensor, the high zoom ratio of this EF-S 55-250mm lens actually achieves the equivalent focal length of 88-400mm (in 35mm format).

The optional EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS lens is available at an estimated retail price of US$299.99.