Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
Canon
76 Overall Score
vs
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sony
89 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Street
Video Cinema
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Portrait
Professional
Landscape
Macro
Specifications
| Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 16 |
| Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Super Spectra | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.33 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 3 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.29x★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong aperture (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM0.088score per dollar
vs
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS0.189score per dollar
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 2.1x better value for money
Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Verdict
Winner: Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
