Canon EF 22–55mm lens vs Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC

Both are Canon EF zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Canon · 1998

EF 22–55mm lens

f/4175 g

Full specs

Sigma

55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC

f/4

Full specs

Pick the Canon EF 22–55mm lens if

You want a wider view: 22mm vs 55mm at the wide end
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.35 m vs 1.11 m

Pick the Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC if

You need more reach: 200mm vs 55mm at the long end

Spec differences

11 differences

Specifications that differ between the Canon EF 22–55mm lens and the Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC
	Canon EF 22–55mm lens	Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC
Brand	Canon	Sigma
Focal length	22-55mm	55-200mm
Weight	175 g	not listed
Length	59 mm	not listed
Diameter	66 mm	not listed
Filter thread	58 mm	55 mm
Min focus distance	0.35 m closer	1.11 m
Max magnification	not listed	0.22×
Aperture blades	not listed	8
Optical design	not listed	12 elements / 9 groups
Released	1998	not listed

4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Canon EF both
Type: Zoom both
Max aperture: f/4 both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Canon EF 22–55mm lens

The Canon EF 22–55mm lens is a standard zoom lens covering 22-55mm at f/4 for Canon EF mount cameras. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.

Our notes

Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC

The Sigma 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC is an APS-C short-telephoto zoom lens covering 55-200mm at f/4-5.6 for Canon EF mount cameras. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.