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Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens
Product Code: 1242515S
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The APS-C format Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens for mirrorless RF cameras provides a versatile zoom for general shooting and up to 6.5 stops combined image stabilisation in a lightweight form.
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- Ultra lightweight 130g lens designed exclusively for APS-C format mirrorless cameras with the RF m
- Includes a 4-stop image stabilisation system with up to 6.5-stops combined body and lens stabilisation
- Fast, quiet and accurate STM focus mechanism ideal for keeping even faster moving subjects sharp
- Great results for stills and video from Canon
- Versatile general purpose lens which can also capture close-ups down to 15cm with a 0.25x magnification.
Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Summary
Arriving as one of two new native APS-C format RF lenses is the ultra-compact Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens (together with the RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM). It delivers a versatile focal width with a 1.6x crop factor for an equivalent focal zoom range of 29-72mm (full-frame format). This is great for a wide variety of subjects including landscapes, travel, portraits, vlogging and video, or simply as a general lens for all-day shooting.
Despite weighing just 130g, Canon has managed to add an image stabilisation mechanism, which gives you 4-stops of anti-shake compensation with the EOS R10, and up to 6.5-stops when mounted on the R7 camera, which has combined body/lens image stabilisation. A fast and silent STM (Stepping Motor) captures subjects quickly, whilst in-camera technology makes sure they stay in focus however fast they’re moving across the frame.
Key Features
- New ultra lightweight APS-C format mirrorless zoom lens
- Ideal for capturing photos and videos with a 29-72mm equivalent zoom range
- Smooth, fast and quiet focusing motor
- 4-stop lens based image stabilisation up to 6.5-stop combined with camera
- Get as close as 15cm to your
- Max 0.25x magnification for large details in your frame
- Great quality results from two PMo Aspherical lens elements
- Super compact 49mm filter thread to add lens filters
- Super Spectra lens coating
Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens in More Detail
Great first lens for exploring your creativity
Capture life wherever it takes you, with a compact APS-C zoom for crop sensor EOS R cameras that offers a 29-72mm (35mm equivalent) zoom range. That results in a compact zoom, which is ideal for travel, family snaps and even vlogging and can be easily stowed away in your kit bag.
Sharp handheld images and video
You won’t need a flash when you have 4-stops of image stabilisation built into the lens, with up to 6.5-stops of compensation on offer when used with compatible cameras.
Smooth, quiet focusing
Canon’s STM motor technology captures smooth, silent and accurate focusing while a seven blade, circular f/4.5-6.3 aperture is perfect for creating pleasing out of focus highlights and nice bokeh balls with the right conditions.
Manual focus option
Go into manual mode and get closer with a higher magnification in MF mode. This allows you get as close as to 15cm with a 0.25x magnification, as the perfect solution for capturing subjects in glorious detail.
Perfect for all-day shooting
The combined weight of this RF-S 18-45MM F4.5-6.3 IS STM and an EOS R APS-C mirrorless camera offers a significant weight savings compared to a DSLR equivalent. Less weight means you can use for longer, without getting tired and never missing a moment. Try this lens as the Canon EOS R10 with RF-S 18-45mm IS STM Lens kit to see precisely how light this combination can be.
What’s in the box
- Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens (APS-C format)
- Lens Cap E-49
- Lens Hood EW-53
- Lens Case/Pouch LP814
- Lens Dust Cap RF
Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Sample Images
EOS R10 with Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens at 18mm. Camera settings: 1/100 sec. f/5.6. ISO 100
EOS R10 with Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens at 18mm. Camera settings: 1/1000 sec. f/5.6. ISO 100
EOS R10 with Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens at 18mm. Camera settings: 1/250 sec. f/4.5. ISO 12800
EOS R10 with Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens at 18mm. Camera settings: 1/250 sec. f/4.5. ISO 1250
Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Specifications
| Image Size | APS-C |
| 35mm Film Equivalent Focal Length (mm) | 29-72mm |
| Angle of View | 64° 30'- 28° 20', |
| (Horzntl, Vertl, Diagnl) | 45° 30' - 19° 05', |
| 74° 20'- 33° 40' | |
| Lens Construction | 44749 |
| (Elements/Groups) | |
| Special Optics | 2 x PMo Aspherical |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Minimum Aperture | 22 @ 18mm / 32 @ 45mm |
| Closest Focusing Distance (m) | 0.2 (18mm) (Manual Focus: 0.15) |
| 0.3 (35mm) (Manual Focus: 0.24) | |
| 0.35 (45mm) (Manual Focus: 0.25) | |
| Maximum Magnification (x) | 0.14 (18mm) (Manual Focus: 0.25) |
| 0.15 (35mm) (Manual Focus: 0.21) | |
| 0.16 (45mm) (Manual Focus: 0.26) | |
| Control Ring | Combined Focusing/Control |
| Image Stabilizer OIS1 | 4 |
| Image Stabilizer IBIS x OIS1 | 6.5 |
| AF Actuator | STM |
| Coatings | Super Spectra |
| Fluorine | No |
| Offers: N/A |
| Offer Category: Camera Lenses |
| Offer Product Type: Canon Mirrorless Lenses |
| Autofocus: Yes |
| Aperture ring: N/A |
| Constant Aperture: N/A |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
| Diameter (mm): 69 |
| Length (mm): 44 |
| Weight (g): 130 |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: 7 |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 18 - 45 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: N/A |
| Groups: 7 |
| Hood supplied: N/A |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 45 |
| Maximum magnification: 0.16 |
| Maximum aperture (number): 4.5 |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
| Max Format size: N/A |
| Minimum focal length: 18 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): 0.2 |
| Minimum aperture (number): 22 |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: 7 |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: Two aspherical elements |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
| Lens type: N/A |
| Wide/Tele: N/A |
| Lens Level: N/A |
| Best For: N/A |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
| Best For Interior and Architecture: N/A |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: N/A |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: Yes |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: Yes |
| Best For Wildlife and Sport: N/A |
| Zoom lock: N/A |
| Zoom method: N/A |
| Notes: N/A |
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Our Verdict
This is a great first zoom lens for anyone joining Canon’s newest APS-C format mirrorless camera system. The versatile zoom range is great for general shooting and you can capture a variety of subjects all with this one lens, including photos, videos and vlogs. It is extremely compact when retracted and weighs a featherweight 130g so you can add it to your bag without any worries. Despite this, the lens includes a fast and quiet STM (Stepping Motor) as well as image stabilisation system. This gives you 4-stops of camera shake compensation, ideal for lower lighting conditions when handholding. When mounted on compatible APS-C cameras, you’ll get up to an impressive 6.5-stops of combined IS with body stabilisation.
The 29-72mm zoom is made even more versatile thanks to a close minimum focus distance and high 0.25x magnification. This allows you to explore your creativity even further with dynamic angles and closer subjects, while also being very useful if you are vlogging. If you’re just joining Canon’s APS-C mirrorless system you can add this native RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM as a standalone lens or in a kit combined with a camera. It makes a great starting point for creators to begin their journey and capture any lifestyle situation as a first versatile zoom.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
