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    Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM
    Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM

    Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM

    55–200mm · f/4.5–5.6

    Overview

    The Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM is a lightweight, compact telephoto zoom with fast, quiet autofocus. Its build quality is poor, with a plastic mount, no manual focus ring, and a wobbly extending barrel. Optically, it suffers from color fringing on older cameras but can be competitive on modern bodies with in-camera correction. It suits budget-conscious users needing a portable telephoto for casual use, especially on APS-C cameras.