Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
The Canon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS is a 18–200mm f/3.5 lens designed for Canon EF mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
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Lens Overview — Canon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
Key Features — Canon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
11x Zoom Range: 18-200mm focal length covers wide-angle landscapes through telephoto reach in a single lens, ideal for travel and everyday shooting.
f/3.5 Maximum Aperture: Opens to f/3.5 at the wide end, providing useful light gathering for indoor and low-light situations at shorter focal lengths.
Optical Image Stabilization: Canon's built-in IS system compensates for camera shake, helping deliver sharper handheld shots especially at longer focal lengths.
APS-C Exclusive Design: Built specifically for Canon's APS-C DSLRs, giving an effective 29-320mm equivalent focal range on crop-sensor bodies.
Canon EF-S Mount: Designed for Canon EF-S compatible APS-C DSLRs including Rebel, 90D, and similar bodies — not compatible with full-frame EF bodies.
Auto and Manual Focus: Supports both AF and MF modes, giving shooters the flexibility to switch depending on the subject or shooting style.
Lens Specifications — Canon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Landscape, Portrait, Wildlife |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | APS-C / DX |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 18–200mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Filter Thread | 72mm |
Description — Canon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
The Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS is an all-in-one zoom lens designed for APS-C format Canon DSLR bodies, mounting via the Canon EF mount. With a focal length range spanning 18mm to 200mm, it covers everything from wide-angle perspectives to extended telephoto reach without the need to change lenses. The maximum aperture of f/3.5 at the wide end provides reasonable light intake for a superzoom.
Built-in optical image stabilization helps keep images sharp when shooting handheld. The lens accommodates autofocus and manual focus operation, suiting a variety of shooting scenarios. A 72mm filter thread ensures broad accessory compatibility, and the lens tips the scales at a practical 595g, making it a capable travel and walkaround option for APS-C Canon DSLR shooters.
Pros — Canon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
- ✓Wide 18-200mm focal length range covers wide-angle to telephoto in a single lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization helps reduce camera shake
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus modes for shooting flexibility
Cons — Canon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/3.5 at the wide end narrows as focal length increases, limiting low-light performance at longer focal lengths
- ✗APS-C-only design means it cannot be used on full-frame Canon bodies
- ✗As a superzoom covering 18-200mm, optical compromises are expected compared to prime or shorter-range zoom lenses