OVR TP
OVR TP

THE GOOD
Optical image stabilization delivers sharper handheld photos at slow shutter speeds; lightweight, compact, and affordably priced; good optics for its class.

THE BAD
Poor manual focus ring design; plastic construction less desirable than metal; 55mm maximum focal length may leave you short.

THE BOTTOM LINE
The Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS kit lens is a solidly performing medium-zoom lens, with good optics and image stabilization, that will appeal to more than just the entry-level crowd.

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  1. June 9, 2008 03:54
    Good
    1.5/5
    I purchased this lens and after three weeks light usage the Focus Mode Switch/Image Stabiliser Switch housing became detached from the lens body and was lost. The lens is at present being examined by Canon with a view to repairing it if possible. Di...  read more »

    - liamsisk


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