Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon
86 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR
Nikon
80 Overall Score
Scores
Portrait
Macro
Budget
Video Cinema
Street
Landscape
Travel
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 15 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 45 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 3 | 16 |
| Groups | — | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Canon coatings | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 3.5-4.5 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-M | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weight | 0.46 kg★ | 0.47 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 3.5 stops | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 45 mm★ | 380 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.22x★ |
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-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM0.663score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR0.160score per dollar
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM offers 4.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Scores 86 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
