Differences between these three lenses? I know it is on the comparison page, but can anyone explain it in simpler terms? Thanks so much!?

Question

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Answer 1

In simplest terms, your camera will accept any AF or EF-S mount lens. All those three lenses will work with your camera. The one with the STM feature is the most advanced due to a better internal focusing motor.

Answer 2

8546B008 - This lens uses Canon's latest and greatest STM motor technology which is great for video work because it's virtually silent.

Here's Canon's press release for the 55-250 II - http://www.dpreview.com/articles/7193853671/canon55-200-isii

Here's a few forum posts on the difference between both models - http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=1621.0

http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=4577.0

Answer 3

The link was "closed" when I tried it. The "next lens up" might be the one that extends your zoom, so it would be the 55-250mm. A different "up" would be to get a higher spec lens such as the new EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM, which would be good for shooting indoors or outside in dim light. Please understand that the 24mm means that it doesn't zoom at all.