Canon EF-S17-55IS
Canon
80 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
82 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-S17-55IS
78 out of 100 medium confidence 18 reviews
The Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast focusing, and constant f/2.8 aperture, making it a versatile choice for low-light and everyday photography on crop-sensor cameras. Users appreciate its optical quality, often comparing it to Canon's L-series lenses, though some note the lack of weather sealing as a drawback, with a few reporting dust or sand issues. Overall, it is considered a reliable workhorse lens, especially for indoor and event photography.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Excellent low-light performance
- Versatile zoom range
Cons
- No weather sealing
- Dust and sand ingress issues
- Not compatible with full-frame cameras
- Large size compared to mirrorless lenses
Image quality 6
Autofocus performance 4
Aperture and low light 5
Build quality and sealing 4
Compatibility 5
Versatility 4
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
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Specifications
| Canon EF-S17-55IS | Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 140 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 17 |
| Groups | 12 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Super Spectra | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | 22-40★ |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg | 0.32 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 3 stops | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 200 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 1:3★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-S17-55IS
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong bokeh (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Canon EF-S17-55IS0.091score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.153score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 82 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
