Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro vs Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro and Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM.
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Name | Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro | Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Manufacturer | Sony | Canon |
| SKU | SAL100M28 | 8546B002 |
Release Date and Price |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Release Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Release Date | 2006-06-05 | 2013-08-22 |
| MSRP | 799 USD | N/A |
| Last known price | 0 USD | 299 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Lens Type |
Telephoto Macro |
Telephoto |
| Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Mount | Sony A | Canon EF-S |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | Yes |
Focus |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Motor Type | Screw drive from camera | Stepper motor |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 35 cm | 85 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 1 | 0,29 |
| Macro 1:1 | Yes | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F4-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4 at 55 mm F5,6 at 250 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 7 |
Optics |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Construction | 8 elements / 8 groups | 15 elements / 12 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | UD element |
Focal Length |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Focal Length | 100 mm | 55-250 mm |
| Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
195 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | 4 stops |
Physical |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Length | 99 mm | 111 mm |
| Weight | 505 gr | 375 gr |
Other |
Sony 100mm F2.8 Macro |
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Not Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | Sony ALC-SH0007 | ET-63 |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |