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Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

A more portable standard zoom lens, for those who like to take their EOS out and about.

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Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

A versatile standard zoom lens that won’t weigh you down

The ultra-portable EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lets you take your EOS to more places, delivering sharp punchy images even in low light thanks to a 4-stop Image Stabilizer. And it’s good for movies too, using STM autofocus for smooth focus transitions.

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Ultra-compact design

Take your EOS DSLR to more places with a shorter, lighter standard zoom lens that’s designed for portability.

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Versatility & performance

The EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM can tackle a variety of subjects, from landscapes to portraits, and delivers great looking photos you’ll be proud of.

Versatility performance portrait
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Smooth movies

A smooth performer with movies too

The lens focuses more gradually when shooting movies, for smooth focus transitions. Its Image Stabilizer removes camera movements for steadier footage.

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Easy to use

A great choice for those just starting out in photography or looking for an affordable but high quality lens. A manual focus ring provides additional creative control.

Easy to use
Taken with Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
  • f/5.6
  • 1/160
  • 200

Specifications

18-55mm

Zoom range

f/4 - 5.6

Maximum aperture

4-stop

Image Stabilizer

STM

Autofocus

Spectra

Super Spectra Lens Coating

Lens hood

Optional

66.5 x 61.8

Max. diameter x length (mm)

215

Weight (g)

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Taken with Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
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Taken with Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
  • f/5.6
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  • 200
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Taken with Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
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Taken with Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
  • f/5.6
  • 1/160
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Taken with Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
  • f/2.8
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Taken with Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
  • f/5.6
  • 1/160
  • 3200

Accessories

Canon LP1016 Lens Pouch

Protective soft case for your lens

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Canon E-58II Lens Cap

Protect your Canon lens when it’s not in use

Canon EW-63C Lens Hood

Prevent unwanted glare from affecting your photos

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