Canon EF-S 8114B002 18-55mm
Pentax HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 Limited DC WR Wide Zoom 40mm
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-S 8114B002 18-55mm
This kit lens is a decent entry-level option for beginners learning DSLR photography, offering good image quality and image stabilization at a low price. However, many users report that the autofocus is slow and unreliable in low light, and the build quality feels cheap and prone to breaking after several months. While it serves well as a starter lens, most reviewers recommend upgrading to a faster or better-built lens as skills improve.
Pros
- Good image quality for the price
- Effective image stabilization
- Lightweight and compact design
- Versatile focal range for everyday use
- Great starter lens for beginners
Cons
- Slow and unreliable autofocus in low light
- Cheap plastic build quality
- Autofocus motor noise in video
- Soft image quality at telephoto end
- Limited maximum aperture (f/5.6 at 55mm)
Pentax HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 Limited DC WR Wide Zoom 40mm
The Pentax HD DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR lens is highly praised for its superb build quality, sharpness, and beautiful color rendition. Users love it as a versatile walk-around lens for street photography and landscapes, especially on APS-C bodies like the K-3. The main drawbacks are its variable aperture and a price that many feel is too high for the performance gain over kit lenses.
Pros
- Superb build quality
- Excellent sharpness
- Beautiful color rendition
- Weather resistant
- Versatile focal range for street and landscape
Cons
- Variable aperture (f/2.8-4)
- High price for performance gain
- Limited zoom range
- Not as wide as some kit lenses
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EF-S 8114B002 18-55mm | Pentax HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 Limited DC WR Wide Zoom 40mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | standard | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 9 |
| Groups | 6 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | optimized lens coatings | HD coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | 22-38★ | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 2.8-4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Pentax K |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Micromotor-type AF motor | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.34x | 1:5★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-S 8114B002 18-55mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
Pentax HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 Limited DC WR Wide Zoom 40mm
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Canon EF-S 8114B002 18-55mm offers 3.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
