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    Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6
    Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

    Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

    18–55mm · f/3.5–5.6

    Overview

    The Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is a budget kit lens with a full plastic build and no image stabilization, which dpreview notes is a drawback for novices prone to camera shake. Optical quality is reasonable for the price: sharpness is decent at wide angles but significantly softer at 55mm wide open, improving when stopped down. Distortion ranges from 1.5% barrel at 18mm to slight pincushion at telephoto, and vignetting is moderate. It suits entry-level users on a tight budget who can manage its limitations.