Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 is Standard Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras (New, White Box)

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars | 619 ratings

Price: 316.49

Last update: 09-01-2024


About this item

18-135mm lens with f3.5-f.5.6 aperture; for use with APS-C cameras
35mm equivalent to 29mm-216mm focal length range
Dedicated image stabilization
Lens construction of 16 elements in 12 groups
Compatible with 67mm filters

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Top reviews from the United States

CallaWolf
5.0 out of 5 stars Great side lens, even if it IS an EF-S and NOT USM
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
I got this lens to be my go to wide-angle. I was using a 24-135mm before this one, which was a USM. This 18-135 EF-S is a bit lighter than the is, and you can also definitely feel a difference in the mechanical workings when it starts auto-focusing. The EF-S may not be as robust on the insides, but EF-S is still REALLY good.

This is a GREAT lens to get a wide shot, and is nice to have a lighter wide-lens when you're carrying a number of other lenses in your bag. It's a great starter lens if you're a beginner and relatively affordable. I've been enjoying taking it out with me whenever I go out and don't need a telephoto lens.
Ivan Barakumba
5.0 out of 5 stars Good multipurpose zoom lens for Canon T1i/500D.
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2009
Week after buying Canon T1i camera I went to Mt St Helens National Park and realized how much I need extra zoom. So I ordered the new Canon 18-135IS. My first impressions are very positive:
- The build quality is pretty decent.
- The lens is relatively light and feels pretty balanced on the T1i body.
- Front of the lens doesn't turn during auto focus which is a plus if you use a polarized filter.
- AF is quick and very accurate - it easily finds focus even in dark conditions.
- Image Stabilizer supports horizontal and vertical panning.
- I think sharpness is comparable with the kit 18-55IS (looks like corners are a bit softer).
- Zoom range is perfect for vacation/outdoor photography.
- There is no zoom creep (so far).
- Very smooth bokeh (background blurring)

Few cons:
- No zoom lock.
- Doesn't have USM/full-time manual focus - this is the feature I'd expect in the $500 lens.
- Distortions on the wide end (18-24mm)
- More CA than 18-55IS.

P.S. I've spent the last couple of weeks reading endless forum posts and reviews. Here are my notes about the similar/competing products:
1. Canon 55-250IS - My friend got this lens - it's sharp but some shots have bad color saturation/contrast. He also told me that he needs to change lenses too often.
2. Canon 28-135 IS USM - sharp, has full-time manual focus, but the lens is quite big and heavy for T1i and has a zoom creep. 28mm is too much for the wide shots on the x1.6 cameras.
3. Sigma 18-125 OS HSM - good zoom range/color/price, relatively sharp. I almost bought this lens but then I noticed that almost every review mentions the constant background noise produced by the image stabilizer. Sometimes I use the camera for short videos so that was a deal breaker for me.
4. Sigma 18-200 - good zoom range/color/price, but too heavy. Sharpness is very inconsistent. Also not much extra zoom comparing to the 135mm.

Overall I think this lens is a good choice for nonpro photographers looking for a multipurpose zoom lens.
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Ivan Barakumba
5.0 out of 5 stars Good multipurpose zoom lens for Canon T1i/500D.
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2009
Week after buying Canon T1i camera I went to Mt St Helens National Park and realized how much I need extra zoom. So I ordered the new Canon 18-135IS. My first impressions are very positive:
- The build quality is pretty decent.
- The lens is relatively light and feels pretty balanced on the T1i body.
- Front of the lens doesn't turn during auto focus which is a plus if you use a polarized filter.
- AF is quick and very accurate - it easily finds focus even in dark conditions.
- Image Stabilizer supports horizontal and vertical panning.
- I think sharpness is comparable with the kit 18-55IS (looks like corners are a bit softer).
- Zoom range is perfect for vacation/outdoor photography.
- There is no zoom creep (so far).
- Very smooth bokeh (background blurring)

Few cons:
- No zoom lock.
- Doesn't have USM/full-time manual focus - this is the feature I'd expect in the $500 lens.
- Distortions on the wide end (18-24mm)
- More CA than 18-55IS.

P.S. I've spent the last couple of weeks reading endless forum posts and reviews. Here are my notes about the similar/competing products:
1. Canon 55-250IS - My friend got this lens - it's sharp but some shots have bad color saturation/contrast. He also told me that he needs to change lenses too often.
2. Canon 28-135 IS USM - sharp, has full-time manual focus, but the lens is quite big and heavy for T1i and has a zoom creep. 28mm is too much for the wide shots on the x1.6 cameras.
3. Sigma 18-125 OS HSM - good zoom range/color/price, relatively sharp. I almost bought this lens but then I noticed that almost every review mentions the constant background noise produced by the image stabilizer. Sometimes I use the camera for short videos so that was a deal breaker for me.
4. Sigma 18-200 - good zoom range/color/price, but too heavy. Sharpness is very inconsistent. Also not much extra zoom comparing to the 135mm.

Overall I think this lens is a good choice for nonpro photographers looking for a multipurpose zoom lens.
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Harrygracey H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Canon EOS
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2024
Excellent lens, great for amateurs like me
steadysqueeze
4.0 out of 5 stars THE PRICE MAKES THE LENS DECENT
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2011
This lens is priced very well, and price is definitely the reason why photography enthusiasts will find this lens appealing. If you own any of the entry level DSLRs from the Canon T3 to the T3i you may find this lens to be a good upgrade replacing the kit lens. Sure, there is great distortion at 18mm, but this can be managed very well with Lightroom 3. The focal range is very reasonable from 18-135mm allowing for some flexibility in tight places and subjects that are at a moderate distance. The lens feels solid and it looks good on the camera.

A big flaw is the annoying lens creep; I carried mine with a Black Rapid strap that places my DSLR on my right hip area and after a few minutes of walking around, I would look back or pick up my DSLR and the lens will be extended all the way out. You don't know how much this bother me. If you have other methods of carrying your DSLR that will deter this from happening, you may never experience my situation.

On the other hand, serious enthusiast that have invested more money in DSLR models like the 60D, 7D and up should stay away from this lens even if these DSLRs were bought with this lens as a kit lens. My personal believe is that if you have enough money to buy higher end model starting with the 60D you should have enough for a higher quality lens. After all, the lens is more important that the camera when comparing quality shots.

For someone on a budget the best setup should be a lower-end DSLR and a high-end lens NOT the other way around. You will also look silly walking around with a beautiful 7D 8 frames per second and the 18-135mm even if it came as a kit lens.

The solution to this will be buying something cheaper like a T1i or T2i and using the left over money for good quality glass.

Bottom line: My real rating is 5 stars for beginners on a tight budget and 2 stars for photographers with the capacity to spend more.

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