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Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II Lens for EOS Digital SLR Rebel XT, XTI, 20D & 30D Digital Cameras | 
| Brand: Canon
Buy New: $119.00
New (10) Used (3) from $89.00
Rating:  10 reviews
Media: Electronics
Maximum Focal Length: 55
Minimum Focal Length: 18
MPN: 25962-00
Model: EF-S 18-55mm II
UPC: 410100268833
EAN: 0410100268833
ASIN: B000R96FP8
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Approximately a 28-90mm lens in 35mm format. | | • | This lens produces high image quality with superb resolution at all focal lengths. | | • | Effectively minimizes the chance of flare and ghosting. | | • | Dimensions (DxL): 2.7" x 2.6" (69mm x 66mm) | | • | Note on packaging: This is a lens that was originally packaged with the Canon Digital Rebel XTi Digital SLR Camera, and never included its own Manufacturer's outer box. It still includes ALL original accessories (the Canon full Warranty Card, Instruction Manuals and Lens Caps). This lens is all BRAND NEW and has NEVER been used. |
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Product Description
Canon's redesigned compact EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II autofocus zoom lens (approximately a 28-90mm lens in 35mm format) is smaller and lighter than conventional lenses because of the shorter back focus distance. By reducing the distance from the rear of the lens to the imaging sensor and reducing the size of the image circle to accommodate the camera's imaging sensor size, the lens produces high image quality with superb resolution at all focal lengths. By optimizing the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II lens coatings, Canon's engineers have effectively minimized the chance of flare and ghosting which are more prone to occur with digital cameras than with film cameras. The coatings reduce reflections off the rear of the lens to deliver crisp, undistorted digital images. By optimizing the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II lens coatings, Canon's engineers have effectively minimized the chance of flare and ghosting which are more prone to occur with digital cameras than with film cameras. The coatings reduce reflections off the rear of the lens to deliver crisp, undistorted digital images. >>> Note on packaging: This is a lens that was originally packaged with the Canon Digital Rebel XTi Digital SLR Camera, and never included its own Manufacturer's outer box. It still includes ALL original accessories (the Canon full Warranty Card, Instruction Manuals and Lens Caps). This lens is all BRAND NEW and has NEVER been used.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 Solid basic lens, akward when used with polarizing filter August 21, 2007
Steven Stiles (Hollywood, CA)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I purchased this lens after buying an EOS 30D body-only, and discovering that the 1.6 crop factor was far too severe for my shooting requirements and existing EF lenses. This lens was intended to be used as the equivalent of my old EF 28-105mm, and in wide angle, it does an extremely good job getting me just as wide as I'm used to going, plus just a bit more, even if I don't get quite the reach on the zoom end even after the 1.6 crop factor.
Intending to use it as a knock-around low-end lens, I bought mine used, and couldn't be happier with what I got for the price, and frankly was amazed at the sharpness and clarity and comparable quality of image I'm getting as compared to my more expensive EF lenses.
The only awkward thing about this lens is that the focal ring is on the outer edge of the lens. If you use a polarizing filter, where the orientation of the filter is critical, you'll find that the act of focusing will spin the filter along with the focal ring. There's not enough resistance on the focal ring to allow for filter adjustment after AF has been locked on target. In essence, this renders this lens incompatible for use with any sort of adjustable filter.
This is easily my lightest weight lens I now own. It feels like nothing at all at the end of my camera, which took some getting used to. Despite good performance, feels a bit like a toy, like something you'd expect to screw onto a Kiddie camera not a Canon.
This lens is plenty quiet and quick focusing for my needs although a quieter, faster fousing USM version is also available.
 OK starter lens, but there are better choices April 20, 2008
S. Michael (Conyers, GA USA)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I agree totally with the other reviewers who say that it's fine for basic "snapshots" but that's about all. If you're simply looking to step up to a Digital SLR from a point and shoot, then buy the Canon Digital Rebel XT kit that comes with this lens. It's lightweight and fine for nice quality landscapes and snapshots. This however would NOT be my first choice.
If you want exceptional pictures or if you think that you might ever step up to a nicer camera, buy only the camera body and get an images stabilized all purpose lens like the Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens. This lens will let you take hand held pictures that will be sharp 2 whole shutter speeds slower than a non-stabilized lens will. The zoom range will allow every thing from nice wide angle landscapes at the lower end to moderate telephoto and excellent portraits at the higher magnification end.
You'll probably end up keeping this on your camera as your default lens. I have an IS 75-300 and a 60mm macro that I use on occasion, but the 28-135 is my workhorse.
Good, for the price. June 13, 2007
Michael J. Jordan (Michigan, US)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I received this as a kit lens with my Rebel XTi.
This is by no means a high-performance lens, but it provides a good range in focal length from wide to telephoto. It's good for beginners like me who haven't yet invested in nicer prime lenses of various focal lengths.
The downside is that it is a slow lens. Indoor shots are virtually impossible without the use of a flash.
Overall, it's a good lens to start out with if you're new to SLRs, but once you know what you're doing you'll want to upgrade to something nicer.
 No better than a point-n-shoot camera lens February 12, 2008
Triplet Dad (Pennsyl-Tucky)
2 out of 7 found this review helpful
I've had the Rebel XT and this "kit" lens for over a year, and the lens seems to be mediocre at best. I stuck with Canon when buying my first DSLR based on loving the optics of my old Canon Powershot S20. Sometimes I think the old S20 had better optics than this kit lens (although the many other limitations of that camera pushed me to the DSLR market).
I also have the 50mm f1.8 lens and the 75-300mm 4-5.6 lenses. The 50mm lens is better WHEN it focuses right, and the 75-300mm is amazing (except for when my hands are too shaky...I definitely need an Image Stabilization lens).
For anyone looking to buy a Rebel, buy the body only and spend a little extra on a better lens than this one. I will soon be getting the EF-S 17-85 f4-5.6 lens as my replacement for this lens.
If I were to make a suggestion to someone looking for their first DSLR from Canon, I would actually suggest starting with the 40D with it's "kit" 28-135 IS lens.
 Nice Lens for the price tag June 22, 2007
whirlpool (TX, USA)
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought a used one from amazon. Remember to check how much warranty is left.
Covers a wide verity of photo: wide angle to telephoto range. Very light and small lens, my neck thanks me for this. Overall its a good lens.
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