Canon EOS 250D EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5,6 III

Canon EOS 250D

• Sensor: 24.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor, delivering good image quality for its class.

• Processor: DIGIC 8, enabling 4K video recording and decent performance.

• Autofocus: Dual Pixel CMOS AF with 9 AF points in viewfinder mode; up to 3,975 points in live view. Eye Detection AF available.

• ISO Range: 100-25,600 (expandable to 51,200), suitable for various lighting conditions.

• Video: 4K at 24fps (with a 1.6x crop), Full HD at 60fps. No 4K/30fps or clean HDMI output.

• Display: 3-inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD (1.04M dots), great for vlogging or shooting at odd angles.

• Connectivity: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for easy image transfer and remote control.

• Battery Life: Approx. 1,070 shots (viewfinder) or 320 shots (live view) per CIPA standards.

• Weight: 449g (including battery and card), making it one of the lightest DSLRs.

• Features: Guided UI for beginners, Creative Assist mode, and support for Canon’s EF/EF-S lens ecosystem.

EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 III Lens

• Focal Length: 18-55mm (equivalent to 28.8-88mm on APS-C), versatile for landscapes, portraits, and everyday shooting.

• Aperture: Variable f/3.5-5.6, not ideal for low light or strong background blur.

• Construction: Basic build, no image stabilization (unlike the IS STM versions), manual focus ring, 6 elements in 11 groups.

• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.25m (9.8 inches).

• Filter Size: 58mm.

• Weight: 190g, compact and lightweight.

• Performance: Decent sharpness at the center, but softer at edges, especially at 55mm. No STM for smooth video autofocus; uses a noisier DC motor.

Pros

• Lightweight and portable, ideal for travel or casual use.

• Beginner-friendly with intuitive controls and guided interface.

• Dual Pixel AF excels in live view and video.

• Good battery life for a DSLR.

• Affordable kit for those starting in photography.