Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens
The Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II is a versatile and lightweight standard zoom designed to be the go-to lens for Canon APS-C DSLR shooters. Covering a 28.8-88mm equivalent focal range, it handles everything from wide-angle landscapes to flattering portraits with ease. This “Mark II” version continues Canon’s tradition of balancing portability with high-quality imaging, making it an ideal choice for everyday photography, travel, and learning the fundamentals of composition.

Key Optical Features
Image Stabilization (IS): The built-in Optical Image Stabilizer provides up to four stops of compensation against camera shake. This is a crucial feature for achieving sharp results during handheld shooting, especially in low-light environments or at longer focal lengths.

Aspherical Precision: One aspherical lens element is integrated into the design to minimize spherical aberrations and distortion. This ensures consistent sharpness and clarity across the entire zoom range.

Super Spectra Coating: Individual elements are treated with Canon’s Super Spectra coating to suppress flare and ghosting, maintaining high contrast and neutral color balance even when shooting toward light sources.

Close-Up Capability: With a minimum focusing distance of just 9.8″ throughout the zoom range, this lens is excellent for capturing fine details and close-up subjects.

Reliable Handling & Design
Micro Motor Autofocus: The dedicated AF system provides quick and responsive focusing, while the physical AF/MF switch allows for instant transitions between automatic and manual control.

Natural Background Blur: A rounded 6-blade diaphragm helps create a soft, pleasing quality in the out-of-focus areas of your images, perfect for isolating subjects in portraits.

Ultra-Portable Build: Its compact form factor ensures it won’t weigh down your camera bag, making it a perfect companion for long days in the field.

Condition & Included Accessories
This lens is fully functional and ready for use, with the following notes:

Optical Status: There is internal dust present within the lens elements. This is typical for zoom lenses of this age and does not affect image quality or appear in your photographs.

Included Extras: This lens comes complete with both front and rear caps, as well as a lens hood to help block stray light and provide extra physical protection for the front element.

Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 18-55mm (28.8-88mm Full-Frame Equivalent)

Aperture Range: f/3.5–5.6 to f/22–38

Lens Mount: Canon EF-S

Stabilization: 4-Stop Optical Image Stabilizer

Filter Size: 58mm

Weight: Approx. 7.1 oz (200 g)