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Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens USA
The Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens boasts a 35mm equivalency of 29-216mm when used with a Canon APS-C EOS Digital SLR. Measuring just 4" in length and weighing about a pound, the lens offers a convenient wide angle to telephoto focal length.
Containing 16 elements (including a UD-glass element) in 12 groups, the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens captures an angle-of-view (AOV) range of about 74.2° to 11.3°, which is wide enough for most landscapes and long enough to capture more distant subjects.
The lens features internal focusing down to 1.5', has an internal focusing system, and offers image stabilization for up to 4-stops of shake-control when shooting under lower lighting conditions.
- Wide Focal Range
- With 74.2° to 11.3° angle-of-view, the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens offers excellent wide angle to telephoto focal lengths with Canon APS-C EOS Digital SLRs.
- Lightweight and Compact Design
- Measuring just 4" in length and weighing about a pound, the lens boasts excellent portability without compromising optical quality.
- Optical Image Stabilization
- Canon's Image Stabilization system allows you to shoot sharp images with a 4-stop advantage under less-than-optimum lighting conditions.
- Optimized for Canon APS-C Sensor Cameras
- As with all Canon EF-S optics, the Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens is designed to deliver optimum sharpness edge-to-edge when used with Canon APS-C format DSLRs.
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18 - 135 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 - 36 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF-S |
| Format Compatibility | Canon (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 74° - 11° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.5' (45 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.21x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:4.7 |
| Groups/Elements | 12/16 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 6 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 67 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.0 x 4.0" (7.62 x 10.16 cm) |
| Weight | 1.00 lb (455 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 108 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (58)
- Lightweight (51)
- Easily interchangeable (44)
- Consistent output (43)
- Durable (37)
Cons
- Poor in low light (17)
- Heavy (10)
- Slow focus (9)
- Lens creep (6)
- Blurry focus (3)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (77)
- Weddings (45)
- Sports/action (44)
- Wildlife photos (43)
- Low light (35)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (53), Yes (7)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (57), Semi-pro photographer (24), Casual photographer (14), Pro photographer (4), Photography student (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good walk-around lens
I chose this lens over the Canon EF 28-135mm IS USM as a general walk-around lens. The lens is heavy, but well built, with little play in any moving parts. Picture quality ...Read complete review
I chose this lens over the Canon EF 28-135mm IS USM as a general walk-around lens. The lens is heavy, but well built, with little play in any moving parts. Picture quality was on par with the 28-135mm when I compared both lenses. I chose this lens for a number of reasons. The 28-135mm starts at an equivalent ~50mm on my crop body camera and uses an older IS system. The 18-135mm has a superior IS system, UD glass to help control CA, and allows me a wider perspective at it's widest focal length than the 28-135mm. This lens lacks USM and FTM focusing as well as a distance scale. Autofocus is fast and seemed almost as fast as the 28-135mm, but not nearly as quiet.
Overall I would recommend this lens to anyone who wanted to carry a single lens for their 1.6x crop body camera.
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Most Liked Negative Review
2.5 JPEG - 3.5 ~ 4.0 RAW
My results with the 18-135 are the similar as in the reviews of the Canon 18-135mm at, [@]. BTW [@] the only one I'm of aware that do their lens ...Read complete review
My results with the 18-135 are the similar as in the reviews of the Canon 18-135mm at, [@]. BTW [@] the only one I'm of aware that do their lens tests on the lens itself -- not images taken with a camera.My overall rating of JPEG images out of the camera (T2i) is 2.5 due to the lens is quite soft at the edges of the image, noticeable light fall-off at the corners with max apertures, and distortion at 18mm.You can get good (3.5 - 4.0) images providing that you:• Have enough light to use f/8 ~ f/11. Lens is quite soft at the edges of the image, and noticeable light fall-off at the corners with max apertures.• Shoot RAW to get the best results of removing CA and purple/blue color fringing.• Will need to PP to reduce the 18mm wide angle distortion.• It is quite sharp in the center.• The IS works quite well, though according [@] its around 3-stops, not the 4-stops as Canon specs.WOULD recommend ONLY with above caveats, and to buy as the "Kit" lens or the "White Box" version.
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Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I purchased this lens as an amateur photographer using it for mainly family photos and some video. The lens truly is great for all types of shots and makes framing a great shot very easy. Great purchase for my needs
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- None
Cons
- Blurry Focus
- Color Distortion
- Color Striping
- Horrible Noise
- Poor in Low Light
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
Yes, you heard it correctly. I shoot video (mostly indoors) and the noise and color distortion on this lens at the widest aperture (3.5-5.6, depending on your zoom), is just awful. I just shot a home for a client, and I made the mistake of using this lens. I now have to rent a new lens, and reshoot the home, due to the poor quality of the image. I would never recommend this lens to any professional.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
- Lens Creep
- Poor in Low Light
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Outdoor photography
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I like this lens it is reasonably priced. It works well outdoors. Indoors I would reccomend shooting with a flash. Overall it gives you a wide range to play around with. The only drawback is the bokeh is not the greatest.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Sharp
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I recently upgraded to this lens from my kit lens (15-55) and I'm loving it. Depth of field is much better and the wide angle is perfect for what I need in a "walking around" lens. This thing lives on my camera now, just need a vacation to take some stunning images.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
since I got the lens I am happy with the results. clear and sharp pics.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lens Creep
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
filter it up with polarizer and uv and you have a fantastic clear sharp image. Definitely best all round lens. Great for Christmas and grandkids and outdoor landscapes.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I agreed to shoot a wedding and needed this lens. No one local had it in stock, and it turned out to be a blessing. B&H had it for $150 less. It arrived 2 days before the wedding and I got some amazing shots of the bride and groom's special day. The clarity of the shots are spectacular. It has great range and made my job as the wedding photographer so much easier. I would definitely recommend this lens!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Wedding rings in their Bible
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Price
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
Excellent lens (especially for the price!) works perfectly on my Canon 7D, definatly recommend it for beginners and pros!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
Prefect all purpose lens. Great for wide angle and zoom. Had 17 to 85 and was not enough zoom for across a medium size room. the 135 zoom is perfect. Same size a weight as other small zooms.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Zoom Range
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
Excellent zoom range if you want to travel with only one lens. Sure it's not an L, but the quality is good enough to get started and the zoom range is fantastic.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I just bought my EF-S 180135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens and use it for the first time on my trip to Hawaii. I have captured some great images and it was so much nice to have that lens in my gear. Excellent buy!!!
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
Cons
- Pricey but worth it
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
This is a very functional lens, great for multi purpose use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I've owned a DSLR for only about 6 months; it is a Canon EOS D1000. I used the kit lens (18-55mm IS) to take hundreds of photos and found that it was a substantial improvement over my point and shoot camera. But over time I saw that I was a bit limited in what I could do which led me to purchase the 18 - 135mm lens. I feel that it is a very nice upgrade to the kit lens. The pictures just seem to be be sharper; the extra zoom capability is handy too. This will definitely be my main lens. I may just sell my kit lens because I don't see why I would go back to it.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I use my camera for general, non-professional photos. The image stabilization is a must for me due to tremors.
This lense is easy to install and use. I am extremely pleased and have found no negatives with either the lense or B&H Photo.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
Great in many applications.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Nice Bokeh
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
It is a good lens, however do not expect a premium image. L series lenses are for that.
Good walk around lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
Easy to operate and excellent picture results
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
I was using an 18-220 and recently moved to this lens. So far it has been great for me. I use it daily to take pictures of my family/children, and have been able to capture them perfectly!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
- I haven't noticed any yet
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
In full disclosure I am a very new DSLR user (Canon EOS XS/D1000). I've taken about 1,500 pictures since the summer with my kit lens 18 - 55mm IS. Compared to what I had before I was quite pleased with the results. The more I played with it though I found that I was limited in what I could do. This lead me to purchase the EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens. My hope was that I would get more zoom and some other improvements; the reviews showed that the glass was a bit nicer in this lens compared to that of the kit lens. I've taken about 100 or so shots with it so far and I have to say I am quite satisfied. It's met my expectations; this will be my all purpose lens going forward.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Good AF for non-USM
- Good Zoom Range
- IS Good
- Lightweight
Cons
- Distortion
- Soft at wider aperatures
Best Uses
Comments about Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens:
My results with the 18-135 are the similar as in the reviews of the Canon 18-135mm at, [@]. BTW [@] the only one I'm of aware that do their lens tests on the lens itself -- not images taken with a camera.My overall rating of JPEG images out of the camera (T2i) is 2.5 due to the lens is quite soft at the edges of the image, noticeable light fall-off at the corners with max apertures, and distortion at 18mm.You can get good (3.5 - 4.0) images providing that you:• Have enough light to use f/8 ~ f/11. Lens is quite soft at the edges of the image, and noticeable light fall-off at the corners with max apertures.• Shoot RAW to get the best results of removing CA and purple/blue color fringing.• Will need to PP to reduce the 18mm wide angle distortion.• It is quite sharp in the center.• The IS works quite well, though according [@] its around 3-stops, not the 4-stops as Canon specs.WOULD recommend ONLY with above caveats, and to buy as the "Kit" lens or the "White Box" version.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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