topic Re: What exactly is the difference between these two lenses? in EF & RF Lenses

What exactly is the difference between these two lenses?

LilithLee — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:23:54 GMT

CanonEF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens

CanonEF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens

I'm stuck between a rock, and not sure what my best option would be...any help is greatly appreciated!!!

Re: What exactly is the difference between these two lenses?

cicopo — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 13:48:53 GMT

The difference is in the type of motor used to focus the lens. The focus motor in STM lenses are more or less silent to the camera's audio system. This is important when shooting video but not for still photography. This may help.

http://photo.stackexchange.com/questions/24109/what-does-stm-mean-on-a-canon-lens

Re: What exactly is the difference between these two lenses?

MikeSowsun — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:57:14 GMT

In addition to being "Silent", there are other important advantages to a "Stills" photographer with the STM version.

The STM AF motor changes the design of the entire AF assembly so it is now "Internal Focus" This means that the front element of the lens does not rotate or extend during focus. The focus ring also does not spin by itself during Auto Focus, and you can also make manual adjustments after focus has been achieved.

The STM version has also been reported to be sharper than the non-STM version.

These are all very good reasons to consider paying extra for the STM version.

Re: What exactly is the difference between these two lenses?

LilithLee — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 15:52:44 GMT

Thank you both...I knew it had to do with the internal focus. I'm self taught, and just looking at all my options. Thank you so much!

Re: What exactly is the difference between these two lenses?

ebiggs1 — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 22:17:07 GMT

It is also somewhat faster focusing.