Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM

FOCAL 55-210mmAPERTURE f/5-7.1WEIGHT 270gFILTER 55mm

Sports & actionWildlife & animalsStabilised

New ≈£399

Used at MPB*£189–209

Overview

The Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM is a aps-c 55-210mm f/5-7.1 zoom lens for the Canon RF / RF-S mount. It weighs about 270g and takes 55mm filters, with built-in stabilisation.

It's a strong choice for sports & action, wildlife & animals. A 70–200mm-equivalent zoom; f/2.8 for indoor or floodlit games.

In our database it fits 5 camera bodies natively, 11 more in crop mode. Approximate new price is £399; used at MPB it sells for £189–209 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

Brand	Canon
Mounts	Canon RF / RF-S (First-party)
Coverage	APS-C
Focal length	55-210mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)	83-315mm
Maximum aperture	f/5-7.1
Focus	Autofocus
Stabilisation	Optical
Weather sealing	No
Weight	≈270 g
Filter thread	55 mm
Approx. new price	£399
Used at MPB (Canon RF / RF-S)	£189–209

Compatible camera bodies

5 native · 11 crop mode

Alternatives to compare

Pentax HD DA 55-300mm f/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE55-300mm · f/4.5-6.3 · 442g · K≈£399 new · used from £84

Nikon Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR50-250mm · f/4.5-6.3 · 405g · Z≈£299 new · used from £204

Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD18-400mm · f/3.5-6.3 · 710g · EF, F≈£599 new · used from £199

Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD18-300mm · f/3.5-6.3 · 620g · E, X, RF, Z≈£649 new · used from £394

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM compatible with?

It's available for Canon RF / RF-S. Native bodies here include Canon EOS R10, Canon EOS R7, Canon EOS R50, Canon EOS R100, Canon EOS R50 V.

Is the Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM weather sealed?

No, it has no weather sealing; protect it in rain.

Does the Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM have image stabilisation?

Yes, it has optical stabilisation, which helps on bodies without IBIS.

What is the Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM best for?

Sports & action, Wildlife & animals. A 70–200mm-equivalent zoom; f/2.8 for indoor or floodlit games.