Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens(White box, New)
The EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is ideal for video and still images alike, featuring refined Image Stabilization system that delivers up to four equivalent stops of shake correction throughout the zoom range; and offers a maximum magnification of 0.28x at the telephoto end. Product Features Focal length and maximum aperture: 18-135mm, 1:3.5-5.6 Closest focusing
The EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is ideal for video and still images alike, featuring refined Image Stabilization system that delivers up to four equivalent stops of shake correction throughout the zoom range; and offers a maximum magnification of 0.28x at the telephoto end.
Product Features
- Focal length and maximum aperture: 18-135mm, 1:3.5-5.6
- Closest focusing distance: 0.39 m/1.3 ft.
- Lens construction: 16 elements in 12 groups
- Diagonal angle of view: 11 Degree 30 ft. – 74 Degree 20 ft.
- Inner focusing system
EF-S 10-135 IS STM vs EF-S IS nano USM…Confused? Me too. So, I now own two new EF-S 18-135 US nano USM lenses…..and one new EF-S 18-135 IS STM. (long story, another time) These models are very confusing since the nano USM is often more expensive and marketed as the upgrade. Both lenses seem to weight the same, with the STM being a tad lighter. The STM is slightly smaller in barrel diameter, though the lens/optic parts are the same size. Both have metal mount rings, manual zoom locks, IS, and AF. They both seem comparable in image quality. So which one to buy? What’s the difference?The Nano USM also has the option of attaching a (sold separately) zoom module. It has the nano USM motor which is a hybrid of the STM/USM tech. It focuses about half a second faster for action or fast shooting, but with a less smoother motion that the STM. Also, the motor is very quiet, but does make a slight bit more noise than the STM.Opinion: the NANO USM is probably better for photographers sticking to still pictures or action…
Recommended for beginners and pros alike! I have only the kit lens and then this guy because I particularly enjoy taking my shots zoomed in. I plan to get a 75-300mm down the road but for now this camera has taken some stunning pictures! I recommend this as a versatile “walkaround” lens for anyone who is new to photography or is not shooting anything specialized. A friend who is more “pro” than I am recommended this to me, and this is even one of his go-to lenses. It is a wonderful replacement to the kit lens!
Perfect “Do Everything” Lens This is a perfect “do everything” lens. Wide enough to get the big group shots, long enough to get distant subjects or tight close-ups. On my 7D, autofocus is very quick. I photographed a helicopter flying overhead, and the autofocus nailed 9/10 shots. Sharpness is also very good. This competes very well with the EF-S 15-85 (actually matches overall according to DxOMark), and also the EF-S 17-55 (only one point less according to DxOMark). The plus is that you get much more range! Of course, inside with low light is not this lens’ friend, but for most situations, this is going to stay on your camera more often.