Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Review

4.0
June 28, 2013 | Mark Goldstein |
  1. Ease
    of Use
  2. Sharpness:
    18mm
  3. 24mm
  4. 35mm
  5. 55mm
  6. Sample
    Images
  7. Lens
    Specs
  8. Rating &
    Conclusion
  9. Main
    Rivals
  10. Review
    Roundup
  11. Comments
    (10)
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Buy a 18 mm - 55 mm f/3.5 - 5.6 Zoom Lens for EF/EF-S (58 mm Attachment - 3.1x Optical Zoom - Optical IS - STM)

Lowest Price: $139.95

Specifications

OPTICAL FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONS

Image size APS-C
35mm film equivalent focal length (mm) 29-88
Angle of view (horzntl, vertl, diagnl) 64º 30' - 23º 20', 45º 30'- 15º 40', 74º 20' - 27º 50'
Lens construction (elements/groups) 13/11
No. of diaphragm blades 7
Minimum aperture 22 - 38(36)¹
Closest focussing distance (m) 0.25
Maximum magnification (x) 0.36 (at 55mm)
Distance Information Provided
Image stabilizer 4-stops
AF actuator STM

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Filter diameter (mm) 58
Max. diameter x length (mm) 69.0 x 75.2
Weight (g) 205g

ACCESSORIES

Lens Cap E-58 II
Lens hood EW-63C
Lens case/pouch LP1016
Magnification w/ Extension Tube EF12 II 0.65-0.23¹
Magnification w/ Extension Tube EF25 II 1.00-0.51¹
Extender Compatiblity NC
Minimum aperture ¹ Minimum aperture if using 1/3stop increments
Magnification w/ Extension Tube EF12 II ¹ Not compatible at wide angle
Magnification w/ Extension Tube EF25 II ¹ Not compatible at wide angle
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