Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Desiontal 420-800mm
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
This lens is widely praised for its excellent optics, lightweight design, and quiet STM autofocus, making it a great everyday and travel lens. Users note it rivals Canon's L-series in image quality while being much more affordable, though some mention the plastic mount and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Verified buyers highlight its sharpness, effective image stabilization, and value for money, especially when purchased as a kit lens. However, a few users report limitations with autofocus points on certain camera bodies and note it is not a true macro lens.
Pros
- Excellent image quality rivaling L-series
- Lightweight and compact design
- Quiet and smooth STM autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
- Great value for money
Cons
- Plastic mount instead of metal
- No weather sealing
- Limited autofocus points on some bodies
- Not a true macro lens
- Inferior image quality to 18-135mm
Desiontal 420-800mm
This 420-800mm manual telephoto zoom lens receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its value for astrophotography and long-distance shots, noting good build quality and lightweight design. However, some report issues with color accuracy at long range, difficulty focusing, and one case of incompatibility. Overall, it is seen as a budget-friendly option for amateur photographers willing to work manually.
Pros
- Budget-friendly for astrophotography
- Lightweight and portable design
- Good build quality
- Versatile 420-800mm range
- Effective for moon and stars
Cons
- Color accuracy issues at long distances
- Difficult to focus manually
- Heavy for some users
- Incompatibility with some cameras
- Requires tripod and remote shutter
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM | Desiontal 420-800mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 420 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 800 mm |
| Elements | 12 | — |
| Groups | 10 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | Ultra Multi Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4-5.6 | 8.3-16 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weight | 0.21 kg★ | 0.80 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 800 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average bokeh (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Desiontal 420-800mm
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong versatility (70th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average af (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 62 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 20 specs.
