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- Image stabilised ultrasonic motor (USM) makes for silent and reliable operation
- Lets you focus right down to 45 cm / 1.5 ft
- Switch between autofocus and manual operation
- Comes with 1 year manufacturer's warranty
- Filter Size: 72 mm
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
Zoom lenses are very convenient. The equivalent of two or more fixed focal length lenses in one unit. The maximum aperture of some zoom lenses changes as you alter the focal length, but through-the-lens (TTL) metering takes this into account to give correct exposure.
Compact, lightweight and a wide magnification range - this standard zoom lens features a wide focal length range from normal to telephoto equivalent to 29-320mm in the 35mm format. It features an optical image stabilizer for up to 4-stops of effective correction even at full zoom.
Since Canon's optical image stabilization system is in the lens, not in the camera, you can see the stabilized, steadier images through the viewfinder. And the circular aperture can give beautiful background blur effects.
This wide zoom ratio EF-S lens delivers excellent high-speed performance at an affordable price.
Product Description
EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom LensThe EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS is a compact EF-S lens with high magnification – approx. 11x. It features an 18-200mm zoom ratio (the 35mm film equivalent focal length is 29-320mm) and has a maximum aperture of f/3.5-5.6. Designed to appeal to entry-level and advanced amateur users looking for a lens with an optical Image Stabilizer and large focal length range it weighs just 595g and measures 78.6 x 102mm. The lens offers 0.45m minimum focusing distance at all zoom positions * 11x zoom lens – 18-200mm * 4 stop Image Stabilizer * Automatic panning and tripod detection * Close focusing distance of 0.45m * Aspherical and UD lens elements * Super-Spectra lens coatings combat ghosting and flare * Zoom lock maintains minimum size * Circular aperture for pleasing background blur
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
108 of 110 people found the following review helpful
I'm only writing this to correct any mis-representation in previous reviews. Some people only write to complain...and aren't using the product correctly. This is a compromise lens, designed to cover a wide and commonly used focal range. As such it can't be optically 'perfect' but for the majority of peoples needs I believe it does the job superbly. I'm more than impressed with its optical performance. What it does provide is convenience and speed, great for taking those opportunist pictures that all too often seem to vanish whilst fiddling to change to other lenses of different focal length. It will be great for traveling and holidays as a 'one only' lens.
The image stabilisation is impressive and also works well with panning. Autofocus is fast although it lacks USM...which would have cost more. The build quality is much better than I expected...it is surprisingly chunky and weighty...and there are no untoward rattles! As stated, the image quality is good.
If I had one criticism it's a general Canon one...they never supply a lens hood for the price (unlike Nikon), and the lens specific hoods are always ridiculously over-priced for bits of plastic. Canon take note!
'Zoom creep' as described by another reviwer isn't really an issue, any more than with any other weighty zoom lens...even of 'L' quality. A zoom lock is built into the lens if required. I must say I haven't had to use it.
I have already had a photograph on local television with this lens within a couple of days of owning it. I think it's great...and no regrets.
The image stabilisation is impressive and also works well with panning. Autofocus is fast although it lacks USM...which would have cost more. The build quality is much better than I expected...it is surprisingly chunky and weighty...and there are no untoward rattles! As stated, the image quality is good.
If I had one criticism it's a general Canon one...they never supply a lens hood for the price (unlike Nikon), and the lens specific hoods are always ridiculously over-priced for bits of plastic. Canon take note!
'Zoom creep' as described by another reviwer isn't really an issue, any more than with any other weighty zoom lens...even of 'L' quality. A zoom lock is built into the lens if required. I must say I haven't had to use it.
I have already had a photograph on local television with this lens within a couple of days of owning it. I think it's great...and no regrets.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
I bought this for one reason. When travelling, I was forever missing shots whilst fumbling to change from the wide angle kit lens to my Sigma telephoto. This lens gives you the complete range of the two so you don't have to miss a shot without the risk of dust getting into the camera body while exposed.
Purists will argue that there are lens aberrations at the extremes of wide-angle and zoom. This may be true, but for the majority of users this will not be an issue and is more than compensated by the ability to do it all out of one lens. After all if you miss a shot because of changing lenses, lens aberrations are irrelevant. I cannot see any defects in the shots I have taken.
Others have spoken about the lens extending under its own weight, and this is true. However, you quickly learn to carry the camera by the lens or flick the zoom lock switch on /off with your middle / third finger so this really is not an issue.
In addition, the image stabilisation built into the lens can also sharpen images, reducing the need for a tripod - although that's still a necessity for extreme zoom and low light. Finally your camera bag will be a lot lighter, because you can leave the separate wide angle and zoom lenses behind. This lens is now permanently on my camera (Canon EOS) 450D.
Purists will argue that there are lens aberrations at the extremes of wide-angle and zoom. This may be true, but for the majority of users this will not be an issue and is more than compensated by the ability to do it all out of one lens. After all if you miss a shot because of changing lenses, lens aberrations are irrelevant. I cannot see any defects in the shots I have taken.
Others have spoken about the lens extending under its own weight, and this is true. However, you quickly learn to carry the camera by the lens or flick the zoom lock switch on /off with your middle / third finger so this really is not an issue.
In addition, the image stabilisation built into the lens can also sharpen images, reducing the need for a tripod - although that's still a necessity for extreme zoom and low light. Finally your camera bag will be a lot lighter, because you can leave the separate wide angle and zoom lenses behind. This lens is now permanently on my camera (Canon EOS) 450D.
41 of 42 people found the following review helpful
I recenltly purchased the Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS as a replacment for the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens that came with my Canon EOS 450D. The build quality is very good especially compared to kit lens which feels a lot cheaper by comparison. The auto focus speed is reasonable, IS is excellent and the wide focal length zoom range very useful.
I see that a lot of people are compaining about the lens self-extending under its own weight. It personally doesn't bother me too much. Holding the zoom ring in place does the job. Plus the zoom lock is handy when the camera isn't being used.
All in all, a great general purpose lens for the money considering the wide zoom range available and reasonable optical quality.
I see that a lot of people are compaining about the lens self-extending under its own weight. It personally doesn't bother me too much. Holding the zoom ring in place does the job. Plus the zoom lock is handy when the camera isn't being used.
All in all, a great general purpose lens for the money considering the wide zoom range available and reasonable optical quality.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great All-Purpose Lens!
I got myself the Canon 18-200mm lens as a replacement for the 18-135mm lens that was part of the EOS 550D kit I bought a few months ago. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Marghe
Far better than I thought it would be !
I bought this lens to go with a 7D ... and have been really impressed. It is not quite as well made as some or as solid but where it matters - in image quality, it is superb... Read more
Published 1 month ago by John H
Not great at all
I get massive fringing all the way through, i guess i have a dud. I have had both a Sigma and Tamron equivalent and both were a million times better.
Published 1 month ago by grillyx
Great lens
I have this on my camera all the time. Its a great all purpose lens and I have taken some great shots with it, many getting top marks in competition and sales. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Hammy
Perfect for a beginner
I bought this lens for my Canon 550D and am thoroughly pleased with the purchase. Originally I went for the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ajay Clare
18 to 200mm Canon lens
Glad I bought this lens to take on recent holiday - very versatile, it was the only lens I used for everything from landscapes to birds to action photos when dog sledding - not too... Read more
Published 2 months ago by abcd
amazing
i love this product
looks a little big on my canon 400d but with a battery grip to balance it out it looks better
my photography has got a lot better just because of this... Read more
looks a little big on my canon 400d but with a battery grip to balance it out it looks better
my photography has got a lot better just because of this... Read more
Published 4 months ago by hbirch
CANON 18 200 is
Bought this lens as kit lens,18 55, just doesn't cover the range I wanted as a walk about lens. This feels well made and is a little heavy but to have a range up to 200 mm its a... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Kevin
A real Zoom lens
This lens has all the inevitable disadvantages of its type. Compared to a standard lens it is large, and heavy, and frustrating to try to fit into a normal size camera bag. Read more
Published 11 months ago by tattiebogle
Excellent Lens- Highly Recommended
Until recently I have been using a Canon 28-138 (Great for weddings and portraits) and a Tamron 18-200 Zoom with my Canon 500D. Read more
Published 13 months ago by S. P. O'GORMAN
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