Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon
86 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR AF-P 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Nikon
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
No customer feedback yet
Nikon NIKKOR AF-P 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
72 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The Nikon AF-P 18-55mm lens receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its sharpness, silent autofocus in video mode, and lightweight design, but compatibility issues with older Nikon cameras like the D5000 and D3300 (without firmware update) are a recurring complaint. Some users report defective units where autofocus fails entirely, while others find it a significant upgrade over older AF-S lenses for video work.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Silent autofocus in video mode
- Lightweight and compact design
- Fast autofocus speed
- Good value for money
Cons
- Compatibility issues with older cameras
- Autofocus failure on some units
- Zoom noise picked up by internal mic
- No VR or manual focus button on lens
- Requires firmware update for some cameras
Compatibility 4
Autofocus performance 6
Image quality 4
Noise level 4
Build quality 3
Value for money 3
Scores
Street
Budget
Macro
Travel
Portrait
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Landscape
Specifications
| Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM | Nikon NIKKOR AF-P 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 15 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 45 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 3 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | Canon coatings | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-M | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.46 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Pulse motor (stepping motor) |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 3.5 stops | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 45 mm★ | 83 mm |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
- Strong macro (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Nikon NIKKOR AF-P 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM wins 3 specs while Nikon NIKKOR AF-P 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR wins 3.