Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
This kit lens is generally well-regarded as a versatile and affordable starter option for Canon DSLR beginners, delivering sharp images and effective image stabilization for the price. However, many users note its limitations in low light, slow and sometimes unreliable autofocus, and a plastic build that can wear out over time. While it's a great value for learning, most reviewers recommend upgrading to a faster or higher-quality lens as skills improve.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Effective image stabilization
- Versatile focal range
- Lightweight and compact
- Great value for beginners
Cons
- Slow autofocus in low light
- Plastic build quality
- Limited aperture at telephoto
- Autofocus hunting
- Noise during video recording
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 11 |
| Groups | 5 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | 6 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF-S |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | pulse stepping motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 249 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.34x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 2 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
