Lens type |
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Lens mount | Canon EF-S |
Aperture max | 3.5-5.6 |
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Aperture min | 22-38 |
Aperture ring | no |
Number of diaphragm blades | 6 |
Construction | Zoom |
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Elements | 11 |
Groups | 9 |
Special elements / coatings | Optimised lens coatings |
Power zoom | no |
Zoom method | Expanding |
Weight | 6.7 oz |
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Diameter | 2.72 in |
Length | 3.15 in |
Filter size | 2.28 in |
Max Format size | APS-C |
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Focal length | 18 - 55 |
Maximum magnification | 0.1 x |
Image stabilisation | no |
Focus method | Extending front |
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Autofocus | yes |
Autofocus motor type | Micromotor |
Full-time Manual focusing | no |
Closest focusing distance | 0.28 |
Distance scale | no |
Depth of field (DoF) scale | no |
Colour of product | Black |
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Body materials | Plastic |
Optional accessories | Soft Case LP814 |
Zoom lock | no |
Tripod collar | no |
Filter thread | yes |
Sealing | no |
The Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is one of the better starter lenses out there, but it has the same flaws that are common in similar lenses.
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The standard stabilised zoom lens for Canon's entry-level digital SLR cameras.Supplied as a basic kit lens with entry-level Canon DSLRs, the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens covers a focal length range equivalent to 28.2 to 88mm in 35mm format. This is a good choice of focal lengths for general photography and will suit subjects as diverse as scenery and portraiture. Equipped with built-in image stabilisation (which Canon claims offers up to four f-stops of shutter speed advantage) it will focus as close as 25 cm at all focal length settings.
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