Used Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Auto Focus Lens.

2020-05-29T20:00:00

I purchased over 5 yrs. ago never had any issues takes Great Shots, never have to fumble around with different lenses especially when traveling. Never miss any shots due to the fact that my handy travel companion is always ready. When compared to having to carry 2 or more lenses on a trip it save space and weight.

Bill4432

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2019-11-15T04:48:37

Versatile lens that can be used in multiple scenarios. Landscapes in southern Utah and Oregon produced good results. Definitely need a hood for all situations wide angle or zoom. The lens feels good in hand and is reasonably built...it still doesn’t feel like a professional series lens, but that’s the difference in quality one pays for. Overall, a decent lens for the money.

NICK D.

2019-05-21T16:15:58

Having fun with this new lens it works quite well takes good close-up shots also and overall it will be perfect for my vacation

ACTATA

2018-12-27T19:00:00

Very easy to use and quality product. I highly recommend this lens.

shaker

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2018-07-06T12:03:16

Versatile lens covering most focal ranges I use...no need to change lenses as often. Quiet and smooth operation, has a nice feel. The kit containing filters, lens cap leash, lens shade, cleaning and software set was a nice bonus. I’m very satisfied with this purchase and respective service from Adorama.

NICK D.

2017-09-11T20:00:00

I have had this lend since it was first introduced. I rarely use any other. I only have to carry one lens. True the lens creep can be aggravating, but the lock is there for a reason and has never failed. My only complaint is that Canon, instead of improving on this lens, stopped making it. Now you have to buy 2 and carry 2... I would love to see Canon make an 18 - 300 lens.

BigJon46

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2017-08-14T20:00:00

I got this as a kit lens with my 60D. On an APS C body, 18mm is about 29mm (28.8 and 200mm is 320mm equivalent (mm x 1.6 crop factor) so the range is equivalent to Canon's 28-300mm for full frame bodies. Unlike others who see this as their primary lens, I mostly use my Sigma 100-500mm (birds, deer, etc.), my Canon 100mm Macro (for tiny things), or my Sigma 18-35mm Art lens (which is my 29-56mm). I have two others in addition to my Canon 18-200mm. The lens is a good lens for the range it has and, thus, it is an excellent all-around lens. It is light and the lock mechanism works well but can be overridden easily. IS is super - it's quick and gives 2-3 stops. I say 2-3 because I'm an old guy and my hands are not that steady. You can see the image stabilize as soon as you depress the fire button. Now the bad - image quality. Do not use this lens with any filter - quality drops significantly. I have several lenses but my sharpest are my Sigma 18-35mm Art and my Canon 100mm f/2.8 macro. In numerous tests with all my lenses, with or without a B+W filter, quality degradation is not noticeable but with the 18-200mm, image quality drops significantly. So I do not use a filter, ever, with this lens. That means no polarizer which I like. f/3.5 is not fast and indoor shots do require a tripod or flash.

DrNSHAW

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2017-08-09T17:14:42

I shot about 2500 pictures in 7 days at fair had to dump about 20 because blurred do to moving Kids it was great did good under bright light autside at night was great inside with no flash was fast focus was very happy

Myra A.

2017-02-20T19:00:00

If you are not ready to post the review in your site then I will make a video of the faulty lens which was sold by canon e store with bill and details in YouTube and let people new the truth.

saravanan

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2017-01-02T10:42:12

Very nice lens, only had a problem with the lens cap staying on with a UV filter attached. Other then that, great lens!

AUDREY M.

2016-08-23T15:41:38

Works well in low light situations

RAY M.

2016-08-02T20:00:00

Bought this lens on the advice of the salesman. Was concerned about the weight, but that has not been a problem. I keep this lens on the camera all the time and rarely take it off. Great for taking shots in a car while on the road. Never use the flash indoors and it takes great natural light portraits at family reunions, functions, etc. Have even used it indoors in museums where flash is not permitted and gotten great shots. I have even gotten great wedding pictures without any camera distraction! Best sales advice ever and glad I bought it!

Roamer

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2016-02-08T19:00:00

My wife gave me this lens for Christmas 5 yrs ago to go with my recently purchased Rebel t2i. Since receiving this lens I rarely use any other lens. I shoot indoors and outdoor. Landscapes and people; stills and action. I love this lens. I am planning on purchasing a 7D and will carry this lens with me. I wish Canon would continue to make this 18-200 or 18-300 range lens in an up graded lens, fixing the lens creep.

JohnHW

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2015-12-25T19:00:00

At this price you can't beat the performance of this lens. It can be from Ultra wide angle to 200 mm zoom. Light weight for a zoom lens best for Crop body camera like 60D & 70D. It is sharp lens with lock to hold the zoom mechanisms. Many people complain about the weight of the lens until they hold on 70-200 mm F2.8 II. I never bought canon lens without red ring but this lens is got my attention when I went out shooting with my friend and he introduced me with this lens. The performance quite please me. The only issue is that the aperture doesn't stay when zoom in and out but that is not a large issue. The lens came with image stabilizer which is is a big plus. Other then that I would give this lens a red ring category.

Ken

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2015-01-30T19:00:00

I haven't used this lens much, but so far I have been very pleased with it. It seems a little heavy, but I need just a single lens to carry on travels. So far I have nothing bad to say about the lens.

Retired U.

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2014-12-27T19:00:00

I bought this lens so that I need not have to carry both my 18-55 and 55-250 while I travel. In a way it serves the purpose but I've noticed the following cons 1. it is too heavy 2. The lens zooms out by it's own due to the weight which makes it difficult to keep focus when you shoot something vertically down. 3. it is too risky to hang it on your shoulder or neck as it is too likely to get hit and damaged. Canon provides a lock on the lens which can prevent it from zooming out but I dont trust that lock as I doubt whether it could hold such a heavy lens. Also a lot of people have complained about broken locks. 4. It has a strong barrel effect while shooting at low focal lengths. To mention the pros 1. It takes good quality pictures (ignoring the barrel effect at lower focal lengths 2. A good multipurpose lens.

Tony

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2014-07-28T20:00:00

My first DSLR was the Canon kit which included the 60D w/ the 18-200 Lens. I still own the lens, but not the camera. I've read all of the reviews, and would like to say that the cons on this lens are not a big deal, and easy to live with, considering what this lens does, especially for the money!! And YES, if you take care of your things, it makes all the difference in the world. This lens may not take the abuse that other more expensive lenses do. I don't consider this lens a poor build at all, it's just not an "L" lens, which causes some to rate it down. I now use it on my 7d and love it. I also own a 5d mrk III. The lenses I own are: (all Canon) EF-S 15-85 / 18-135 / 18-200 EF "L" 16-35 @ F-2.8 "L" 24-70 @ F-2.8 "L" 24-105 @ F-4

ecar

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2014-06-16T20:00:00

I bought this lens in Oct, 2008 to replace the Canon 28-135. I like the longer focal length so I do not have to change lenses. Less chance of getting dust on the sensor. After 5 1/2 yrs of using it, I have had no problems to speak of. Barrel is still very tight, very very few specks of dust in the lens. I and my wife travel extensively and the lens is always used. Auto focus is as fast as with the lens with the USM. Some people complain about chromatic abberation, however I have not had any problems with that even with enlargements. Yes, there is lens creep but then if you know that up front, which a person should from looking at the lens prior to buying it, then it is not a problem. Quality wise it is not an L lens but then neither is the price. If people take care of their equipment and don't abuse it, then the lens should last a long long time or until Canon comes out with an upgrade you would want. I have used this lens with the T1i, T2i, 60D, and now the 70D.

Doug A.

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2014-03-06T19:00:00

This lens has become my favorite to use. I use it for a bit of everything from landscape to weddings and everything in between. though I dislike the fact that the lens will not stay at the zoom I am at if I tip the camera forward even slightly.

M.J

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2013-11-12T19:00:00

A great lens - I love using it. although it is marginally on the heavier side. my only real complaint is i miss the fact that it doesn't reach till 250 like the sigma lens does...

Praven J.

2013-11-10T19:00:00

Bought this lens with a 60D camera 18 months ago. Wanted something that would work for most shooting situations. Do not like switching lenses. This is a great lens for anyone that wants to use just one lens to shoot in almost every situation they encounter. Has worked out great. Have taken over 2000 pictures so far. Could not be more satisfied. Yes the lens does creep. Yes it is a little heavy. So far these have not been major problems. Would recommend this for anyone who wants to take great photos.

Shutterbug

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2013-06-22T20:00:00

This is a good lens for my general use as a professional architect. The weight gives balance to steady freehand shots. Substantial lens creep is the only drawback as there is not allways a time for using the lock.

Architect

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2013-05-18T21:00:00

When I first bought this lens I was slightly disappointed in the photo quality. But as I have become more familiar with its high & lows in setting with camera I have discovered it capabilities and have exploited on them and it has become one of my favorites for a single carry lens whenever I travel short or long distance. Nice lens for the price.

JOEL M.

2013-04-19T20:00:00

I am pleased with the len to an extent. It is a heavy lens and the weight causes it to slide by itself. Auto focus is slow and inaccurate at times. Its nice to have so you do not have to keep changing lens. However, already looking for a new len to replace this one

Brian

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2013-02-24T19:00:00

Buying this lens will save you a lot of $$$$ and the hassle of switching lenses. This lens is just a perfect lens for me .. Earlier I used to to carry two lenses the 18-55mm and the 75-250mm but realized I never used the 75-250mm zoom lens in the same trip as it was painful to switch lenses. With this 18-200 I am so happy that i get the zoom that I need without the news to switch lenses. What I don't like about the lens is the weight, the basis design flaw where the lens creeps out due to its own weight and the slow / inaccurate focus speed. Having said that even with all these flaws it is a superb lens and I just love it.

Nj s.

Originally posted at

2013-02-13T19:00:00

this lens came with my camera package from Costco. It does take great photos but I dislike the fact that when taking close ups at 18mm there is a shadow at the bottom of the picture. I also extremely dislike the weight and the fact that the lens will not stay at the zoom I am at if I tip the camera forward.

cameraman

Originally posted at

2012-12-12T19:00:00

all purpose lense that I use when I do not feel like carrying heavier lenses

LEOPOLD L.

2012-11-29T19:00:00

This lens has very good zoom lite and each kind of zoom in it is very good. 18 is very good WIDE and 200 is very good TELLE.

Morris m.

Originally posted at

2012-11-10T19:00:00

This is a great walkaround lens. It takes suitably clear and sharp photos and can go from sem-wide angle to a good zoom quickly with quick focus. So I like the lens. What I don't like is the lens creep. I've put up with it because I don't have the warranty card (don't know if I EVER had one!. Don't know what lens creep is? You know how you walk around taking shots, with the camera over your shoulder, and the lens creeps out to its max zoom if you don't have it on lock? Or, using the Canon 60D with its vari-angle LCD monitor that you can twist around so you can focus on your target while holding your camera up over the target - but you can't do that because the lens creeps down to full zoom when you want it to stay at 50mm? I've read this on other reviews so have sort of let it go. I have an EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM that I've never had this problem with. Trouble is, Canon doesn't have any other lenses with this versatility other than the 18-200 that I'm complaining about now. So wake up, Canon! If you can do a superb EF 70-300mm, why not do a superb EF 18-100mm?

Kay

Originally posted at

2012-10-12T20:00:00

I bought this lens after having been to Mt. Rainier and been frustrated by having to switch back and forth constantly between the two kit lenses (18-55 and 55-250). It might be a little less sharp than those two lenses, but it's good and convenient. The 18-200 lens is the one that will be on my camera 90 percent of the time.

D314

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