Will a Eos IX lens work on a rebel Xs

[joekk01]

I wont to know if an EOS IX lens will work on a Rebel XS?

[ebiggs1]

As I recall they have an EF mount, so it will bolt up.  But the real question is why?

[joekk01]

I saw as a 55-200 mm lens for $ 76.00 as I look into it . It said it was an IX . So now I'm thinking that I will not be getting that one. I do need a 55-200 mm lens.

[Skirball]

Not sure what your budget is, but you might consider a 55-250 IS (non-STM) instead.  This version has image stabilization and gets you a little more reach, in a more modern piece of equipment.  They released a new version not long ago so the original (it's actually a Mark II) is fairly cheap.  Here it is for $167 with a small accessory kit:

http://www.amazon.com/55-250mm-4-0-5-6-Telephoto-Protection-Accessory/dp/B003384ELM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UT...

You might be able to find a better deal if you look around.  I'd also look at getting one refurbished from Canon, but I just checked and their lens stock is practically depleted.