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Brand: Canon

Located in: Photography, Camera Lenses

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 new wide zoom ratio EF-S lens delivers excellent high-speed performance at an affordable price.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.5 stars

(based on 6 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Consistent output(6), Durable(4), Fast / accurate auto-focus(6), Strong construction(3)

Best Uses:

General purpose(3), Wildlife(3)

Does everything I want it too.

By My ruby

from Colorado Mountain High on 9/2/2010

Pros:

Champion product, Consistent Output, Fast / accurate auto-focus

Cons:

Haven't found any yet

Best Uses:

Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Wildlife Photos

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens:

Great long shots without the tri-pod

Good travel lens..

By rajece

from Austin, tx on 7/14/2009

Describe Yourself:

Getting started

Pros:

Consistent Output

Cons:

Lens Creep

Best Uses:

Landscape Photography

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens:

With this lens, I don't have to carry two lenses. And the image stabilizer is great.

worth it...see it to believe it!!!

By Shane

from New York, NY on 7/9/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Special Effects, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens:

it is amazing!!!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great, versatile lens

By GeorgeW

from Lititz, PA on 4/15/2009

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction

Best Uses:

Sports/Action

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens:

This is my first lens with image stabilization. I was reluctant to take the step but am completely pleased with the results. I bought it to cover soccer games. I needed a lot of zoom as the players can be up close or on the other side of the field. For the high zoom cases, the image stabilization makes a major positive difference.
The only downside I have noticed is that it seems to run down my battery a bit faster (probably the IS drawing extra current). I consider this a small price to pay for otherwise excellent performance and results. I always carry a spare battery anyway.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great All Around Lens

By Melissa Koren

from Exeter, NH on 2/9/2009

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Pros:

All Purpose, Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus

Best Uses:

General Use, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens:

I've only used this lens on a few instances so far, but I love the versatility and the range. Its disappointing that it's an EF-S but I ended up purchasing it to use on my XTi while I use my other IS lenses on my 5D. So far I have no complaints!

great all purpose

By SheenL

from FL on 12/30/2008

Describe Yourself:

Getting started

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Strong Construction

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

General Use, Wildlife

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens:

this lens is great for a daily all purpose. nice wide angle and telephoto capabilities. Nice construction feels really nice. Bit heavy, but to be expected with this kind of construction.

Customer Reviews about the EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens at Abes of Maine