Manufacturer's Description
The EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USM is a lightweight telephoto zoom lens, redesigned to give a better grip and improved electronic circuitry. An ideal addition to an EOS SLR photographer's arsenal.
Product Description
The EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USM is a lightweight telephoto zoom lens, redesigned to give a better grip and improved electronic circuitry. An ideal addition to a EOS SLR photographers arsenal.A compact, redesigned telephoto zoom lens for both digital and analog EOS SLR photography.Like all EF lenses, the EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USM works with all Canon EOS cameras. When mounted on a digital SLR with APS-C size sensor, its effective focal length provides the equivalent of 88-320mm in 35mm format. ItTs an excellent additional lens to the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 the standard lens for the EOS 300D.Superb technology and ergonomicsThe EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USM is compact and lightweight, with 13 lens elements in 13 groups resulting in consistent image sharpness. It incorporates Ultra Sonic Motor USM technology and improved electronic circuitry to provide high-speed Auto-focus. Externally, the lens has an ergonomic rubber pattern zoom ring thatTs easy to grip, while its black body and distinctive markings match the design of the latest EOS cameras.High-speed Auto-focusThe EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USMTs fast Auto-focus is the result of an improved AF drive pattern, a new type of Central Processing Unit CPU for faster communication, and a new AF algorithm.Optimised lens coatingsThe EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USMTs lens coatings have been optimised to minimise ghosting and flare something thatTs more prone to occur with digital cameras than film cameras. The coatings reduce reflections off the rear of the lens to deliver crisp, undistorted digital images.Lead-free glass optical systemOnly environment-friendly lead-free glass is used in the construction of the EF 55-200 f/4.5-5.6 II USM.FeatureProduct FeaturesLens systemLens structure13/13 Image stabilizerN Focal length55 - 200mm Closest focusing distance1.2m Minimum aperture22 - 27 Packaging contentSoft travel pouchY Technical detailsFilter size52mm Magnification0.06 Colour of productBlack AF actuatormicro USM Weight & dimensionsWei