After the firmware update improving the autofocus speed of the EOS M and the price drop, I decided to pick one up to replace my point-and-shoot camera that I did not use very often because I was never completely satisfied with the image quality. I originally bought the camera with the EF-M 22mm f/2 STM pancake lens. While I was very impressed with the 22mm lens, I decided to add the 18-55mm lens to my kit for those times when focal length flexibility was more important than aperture. I found the 22mm f/2 to be impressively sharp and contrasty for such a small and cheap lens. The 18-55mm is not as quite as sharp as the 22mm, but is very good for a small zoom lens. It appears to be even better than the EF-S 18-55mm included as a kit lens with Canon's Rebel DSLRs, which itself is an impressive lens considering the price point. The EF-M 18-55mm also seems to focus faster than the 22mm f/2 - the increased DoF is probably helping here. The build quality is impressive, with a metal shell and metal mount. The extending portion and filter threads are made of heavy-duty plastic and feels very solid without any play, even when extended.
Do not expect this lens to have the image quality of one of Canon's L lenses, but for the price it is a fantastic match for the EOS M. If you already bought the camera with the 22mm lens, consider adding this to your kit and completely replacing that point-and-shoot.
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| lens type | Standard | Standard | Wide Angle | Mirror Lens | Standard | Standard |
| compatible mountings | Canon EF-M | Canon EF-M | Canon EF | Canon RF | Canon EF-S | Canon EF-M |
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| focus type | Stepper motor | Stepper motor | Auto/Manual | automatic | Auto/Manual | manual only |
| minimum focal length | 18 millimeters | 22 millimeters | 10 millimeters | 24 millimeters | — | 15 millimeters |
| max focal length | 55 millimeters | 22 millimeters | 18 millimeters | 240 millimeters | — | 45 millimeters |
| fixed focal length | 18 millimeters | 22 millimeters | 18 millimeters | 240 millimeters | 55 millimeters | 35 millimeters |
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Very nice for price
The only reason I bought this lens was because the one that came with my canon m50 mkii broke within a month of me having it (it fell off my bed) I’m broke asl ..lol and needed something cheap yet doable and of good quality. This is that. The only thing I don’t like is that the focus is really slow and takes long to focus on stuff. Besides that everything about this is perfect (also lens came with a part of the lens being scratched on the rotating part (don’t know the terminology) but great overall for it being used . I paid $74.89 after tax for mine
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Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2013
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021
Delivery was on time ( next day as promised).
Lens came in a Manila envelope, Wich I was not happy with! But the lens was well wrapped in 3 layers of bubble wrap.
Lens is sturdy, well built and clean.
No dents, scratches or visible abrasions.
Glass was nice and clean. Overall, as of writing this review, I am very happy with the purchase. I've also taken some pictures ( The flat iron bldg.) and image quality seems good as well. And finally, what I liked the most of the fact that it's a CANON lens!
Great price for a great lens!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021
Hi....Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021
Delivery was on time ( next day as promised).
Lens came in a Manila envelope, Wich I was not happy with! But the lens was well wrapped in 3 layers of bubble wrap.
Lens is sturdy, well built and clean.
No dents, scratches or visible abrasions.
Glass was nice and clean. Overall, as of writing this review, I am very happy with the purchase. I've also taken some pictures ( The flat iron bldg.) and image quality seems good as well. And finally, what I liked the most of the fact that it's a CANON lens!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2014
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2023
The only reason I bought this lens was because the one that came with my canon m50 mkii broke within a month of me having it (it fell off my bed) I’m broke asl ..lol and needed something cheap yet doable and of good quality. This is that. The only thing I don’t like is that the focus is really slow and takes long to focus on stuff. Besides that everything about this is perfect (also lens came with a part of the lens being scratched on the rotating part (don’t know the terminology) but great overall for it being used . I paid $74.89 after tax for mine
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Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2021
