7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm
7Artisans
58 Overall Score
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Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM
Canon
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm
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Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM
72 out of 100 high confidence 320 reviews
The Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens is widely praised as an affordable ultra-wide zoom that delivers sharp images, fast and quiet autofocus, and effective image stabilization. Many users love it for landscapes, real estate, and vlogging, though some note soft corners, distortion, and a slow aperture that struggles in low light. A recurring complaint is the lack of a focus distance scale, which makes manual focusing in the dark difficult. Overall, it is considered excellent value for the price, especially for crop-sensor Canon cameras.
Pros
- Affordable ultra-wide zoom
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
- Lightweight and compact
Cons
- Slow aperture in low light
- Soft corners at wide angles
- No focus distance scale
- Plastic build quality
- Distortion and chromatic aberration
Value for money 25
Image quality 30
Autofocus performance 15
Image stabilization 10
Low light performance 20
Build quality 12
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Specifications
| 7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm | Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 10 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 6 | 14 |
| Groups | 5 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | multi-layer coatings | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 4.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 14★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-M | Canon EF-S |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg | 0.24 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 220 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:6.67★ |
Pros & Cons
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm
- Strong bokeh (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong macro (66th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average optical (34th percentile)
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Pricing
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm1.192score per dollar
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Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM0.340score per dollar
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm offers 3.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM
Scores 81 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.
