Canon
Canon EF-S10-18 IS STM 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 Wide Angle Lens
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Capture Expansive Landscapes with Ultra-Wide Angle VersatilityThe Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens is the perfect companion for EOS cameras with an APS-C sensor. Its ultra-wide angle of view, combined with optical image stabilization and a smooth STM focusing system, makes it ideal for ev...
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Overview
Capture Expansive Landscapes with Ultra-Wide Angle Versatility
The Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens is the perfect companion for EOS cameras with an APS-C sensor. Its ultra-wide angle of view, combined with optical image stabilization and a smooth STM focusing system, makes it ideal for everyday photography, travel, stills, and video recording. The lens utilizes advanced optical elements and coatings to deliver high-contrast, high-resolution images with minimal aberrations.
- Focal Length: 10-18mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/4.5-5.6
- Lens Construction: 14 elements in 11 groups
- Angle of View: 107°30' – 74°20'
- Focus Adjustment: Rear focus system
- Closest Focusing Distance: 0.72 ft. / 0.22m
- Filter Size: 67mm diameter
- Image Stabilization: Optical Image Stabilizer (up to four stops)
- Focusing System: Stepping Motor (STM)
- Aperture Blades: 7 (circular)
- Dimensions: 2.9 x 2.8 inches
- Weight: approx. 8.5 oz. / 240g
- Mount: Canon EF-S
Key Features
EF S ultra wide zoom lens. Drive System Lead screw and rack system driven by stepping motor
Focal Length and Maximum Aperture: 10 18 millimeter, 1:4.5; 5.6
Closest Focusing Distance: 0.72 feet. ; 0.22 meter
Stepping motor for noise free video shooting
Optical image stabilizer
Specifications
Lens Type
EF-S Ultra Wide Zoom Lens
Focal Length
10-18mm
Maximum Aperture
f/4.5-5.6
Drive System
Lead screw and rack system driven by stepping motor (STM)
Closest Focusing Distance
0.72 feet (0.22 meter)
Image Stabilization
Optical image stabilizer
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers an ultra-wide zoom range from 10-18mm, ideal for capturing broad perspectives in tight spaces or grand scenery
- Features a stepping motor (STM) drive system, providing quiet autofocus performance particularly beneficial for video shooting
- Incorporates optical image stabilization, which helps to reduce camera shake and produce sharper images in various conditions
- The closest focusing distance of 0.72 feet (0.22 meters) allows for creative close-up wide-angle shots
- Designed as an EF-S lens, it's optimized for Canon APS-C DSLRs, ensuring good integration and performance
👎 Cons
- As an EF-S lens, it is specifically designed for Canon APS-C sensor cameras and is not compatible with full-frame DSLRs
- The variable maximum aperture of f/4.5-5.6 can limit its performance in low-light environments, especially at the telephoto end
- While the STM motor is quiet, it may not be as fast as some USM systems for very rapid still photography autofocus
- The lens does not include weather sealing, which could be a concern for outdoor photographers in adverse conditions
- Wide-angle lenses can sometimes introduce distortion at the edges of the frame, depending on the subject matter
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of camera bodies is the Canon EF-S10-18 IS STM lens compatible with?
This is an EF-S lens, meaning it is designed specifically for Canon DSLR cameras with an APS-C sensor, and is not compatible with full-frame cameras.
What is the focal length range of this lens?
The lens offers a versatile ultra-wide zoom focal length range of 10-18mm, making it suitable for landscapes, architecture, and interior photography.
Does this lens feature image stabilization?
Yes, the Canon EF-S10-18 IS STM lens is equipped with an optical image stabilizer to help reduce blur from camera shake, especially useful in lower light or at slower shutter speeds.
Is the autofocus system quiet, particularly for video recording?
Yes, the lens utilizes a stepping motor (STM) drive system which is known for its smooth and quiet autofocus operation, making it ideal for video shooting.
What is the closest focusing distance for this lens?
The closest focusing distance for this lens is 0.72 feet, or approximately 0.22 meters, allowing for close-up shots even with its wide-angle perspective.
What is the maximum aperture of the lens?
The maximum aperture of this lens is variable, ranging from f/4.5 at the wide end to f/5.6 at the telephoto end of the zoom range.
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