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

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Standard Zoom Lens (Canon EF-S, Black)
Compact APS-C Standard Walkaround Zoom – Everyday 18-55mm Focal Range (28.8-88mm Full-Frame 35mm Equivalent), 4-Stop Optical Image Stabilizer (IS), Lead-Screw STM Stepping Motor for Smooth, Near-Silent Autofocus & Full-Time Manual Focus Override, Advanced Optical Formula with One Precision Aspherical Element, Super Spectra Multi-Coating for Contrast & Flare Suppression, Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm for Pleasing Circular Bokeh, Ultra-Compact Retracted Profile Weighing Just 7.6 oz, 58mm Front Filter Thread, Native Canon EF-S Mount for APS-C DSLRs & Mirrorless via Adapters (Excellent Condition)

The Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM is an agile, ultra-compact standard zoom lens engineered specifically for Canon APS-C format digital SLR cameras (providing a versatile 28.8-88mm full-frame 35mm equivalent focal range). Redesigned with a smaller physical footprint than previous 18-55mm iterations, this everyday walkaround zoom transitions effortlessly from 28.8mm wide-angle landscapes, street documentation, and interior scenes to a flattering 88mm short-telephoto portrait length. Weighing only 7.6 ounces and measuring under 2.5 inches in length when collapsed, it pairs comfortably with lightweight Canon EOS Rebel and enthusiast APS-C DSLR bodies for all-day handheld shooting.

Optical stability is anchored by Canon’s built-in 4-stop Optical Image Stabilizer (IS), which counteracts camera shake to deliver sharp handheld stills in low ambient light and steady video capture at slower shutter speeds. The optical construction features 12 elements in 10 groups, incorporating one high-precision aspherical element to correct spherical aberrations and geometric distortion for edge-to-edge clarity across the zoom range. Canon’s Super Spectra coating is applied to internal elements to reduce flare, internal reflections, and ghosting, maintaining rich contrast and neutral color accuracy under harsh backlighting. Driven by a lead-screw type STM stepping motor paired with a high-speed CPU, the lens delivers fast, whisper-quiet autofocus tracking optimized for both quick stills and smooth Movie Servo AF video recording. Featuring a rounded 7-blade circular diaphragm, full-time manual focus override, and a non-rotating 58mm front filter thread, this standard zoom provides dependable all-around performance in top-tier shape.

CONDITION DIAGNOSTICS & PHYSICAL NOTES

Included Components: STANDARD APS-C ZOOM LENS OUTFIT. Supplied with the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens, genuine Canon 58mm front snap-on lens cap (E-58 II), and genuine Canon rear EF-S lens dust cap (E). (Camera bodies, 58mm screw-in filters, dedicated EW-63C bayonet lens hoods, and storage pouches sold separately unless pictured).

Exterior & Barrel Status: EXCELLENT CONDITION. The matte black composite barrel, finely ribbed rubber zoom ring, forward manual focus ring, and composite EF-S bayonet mount show minimal to no signs of previous handling, with no deep scratches, dings, scuffs, or edge finish wear. All white laser-etched focal length numbers, Canon badging, and barrel switch markings remain crisp, clean, and fully legible.

Optical Status: EXCELLENT CONDITION. Both front and rear external optical glass surfaces are pristine and completely free of scratches, scuffs, cleaning marks, haze, fungus, or element separation. The internal optical assembly is clean and clear with only trace, negligible dust specks typical of standard handling; bench testing confirms these specks do not impact resolving power, edge contrast, or color fidelity across working apertures. Factory Super Spectra multi-coatings remain immaculate.

Mechanical & Electronic Diagnostics: FULLY FUNCTIONAL. The internal STM stepping motor acquires focus swiftly, accurately, and silently; full-time manual focus override responds smoothly; the physical AF/MF and Stabilizer ON/OFF toggle switches click firmly into place; the zoom mechanism rotates smoothly across the 18-55mm range with uniform factory resistance; the 4-stop optical Image Stabilizer engages cleanly with no jump or drift; the rounded 7-blade diaphragm stops down crisply without sticking or oil residue; gold-plated EF-S electronic contacts communicate Exif metadata and aperture commands reliably with zero camera error codes.