Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

A grown-up version of the 18–55mm lens, with more reach, but optics are kit-like or average for the class. In our tests, stabilization increased hand-holdability by 2–3 stops.

Standout Spec: Cost-effective bridge lens between 18–55mm and 18–200mm.

Lens Test: Canon EF-S 18-135MM F/3.5-5.6 IS AF

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