Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens
The Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM is a compact and highly flexible standard zoom designed for Canon APS-C format DSLRs. Covering a 28.8-88mm equivalent focal range, this lens is a versatile tool for everything from broad landscapes to intimate portraits. Its sleek design and advanced autofocus technology make it a popular choice for photographers and videographers who value a lightweight, quiet, and stabilized kit.

Key Optical & Performance Features
STM Stepping AF Motor: Equipped with a specialized stepping motor and a high-speed CPU, this lens provides smooth, nearly silent, and rapid autofocus. This makes it an ideal choice for video recording, where mechanical noise can often interfere with audio.

Optical Image Stabilizer: The built-in stabilization system compensates for up to four stops of camera shake. This allows for significantly sharper handheld images, especially when shooting in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Aspherical Element & Super Spectra Coating: The optical layout includes one aspherical element to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations. Additionally, individual elements feature Super Spectra coating to suppress lens flare and ghosting, maintaining high contrast in difficult lighting.

Full-Time Manual Override: Even while in autofocus mode, the lens allows you to manually fine-tune your focus at any time without having to flip a switch.

Design and Handling
Compact Form Factor: This version of the 18-55mm features a significantly smaller profile than its predecessors, making your camera setup easier to carry for all-day use.

Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm: Designed to produce a soft, pleasing background blur (bokeh) when using selective focus techniques or shooting with a shallow depth of field.

Condition Note: “Heavily Used / Significant Fungus”
Optical Condition: Please be advised that this lens contains significant fungus within the internal glass elements. While the mechanical systems (autofocus and stabilization) remain operational, the presence of fungus will likely result in a loss of contrast, increased flaring, and a “soft” appearance in captured images.

Exterior Status: The lens barrel shows heavy signs of use, including visible scuffs and wear consistent with extensive field work.

Sale Terms: This item is being sold STRICTLY AS-IS. It is recommended for parts, repair, or for those who wish to use it as a learning tool for lens disassembly and cleaning.

Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 18-55mm (28.8-88mm equivalent)

Aperture Range: f/4-5.6 to f/22-32

Lens Mount: Canon EF-S

Filter Size: 58mm

Weight: Approx. 7.6 oz (215 g)

Minimum Focus Distance: 9.8″ (0.25 m)