Key Features
APS-C | f/4.5-6.3 to f/32
16-29mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
STM Stepping AF Motor
7-Blade Diaphragm
Optical Image Stabilizer
One Aspherical Element, Two UD Elements
Released on Nov 18, 2023
The Canon RF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is a lightweight and versatile wide-angle zoom lens designed to meet the demands of APS-C format RF-mount mirrorless cameras. Compact yet powerful, this lens offers impressive performance for photographers and videographers who need sharp, high-quality imagery with excellent mobility.
With a 10-18mm focal range (16-29mm full-frame equivalent), this lens is ideal for capturing expansive landscapes, tight interiors, and dynamic vlogging shots. Its ultra-wide angle of view makes it perfect for situations where capturing both subject and background in a single frame is essential. Whether you're shooting wide selfies, creative architectural shots, or immersive travel vlogs, this lens delivers consistent and distortion-free results.
The RF-S 10-18mm features a completely new optical design, tailored for mirrorless systems. It incorporates:
- Two ultra-low dispersion elements and one aspherical element to minimize chromatic and spherical aberrations, ensuring sharp and clear images.
- Canon's Super Spectra coating, which reduces ghosting and flare while enhancing contrast and color fidelity.
These design features contribute to outstanding image quality across the entire frame, from center to edges, even in challenging lighting conditions.
For handheld shooting, the lens includes optical image stabilization, providing up to four stops of correction on its own. When paired with a compatible camera offering Coordinated IS, the stabilization effect increases to six stops, enabling smooth and steady shots, even in low-light scenarios.
The RF-S 10-18mm lens is more versatile than just an ultra-wide lens, offering a maximum magnification of 0.23x in AF mode and 0.5x in MF mode. These capabilities make it great for close-up shots of small subjects, adding to its appeal for both photographers and videographers who enjoy experimenting with macro-like compositions.
The lens's ultra-wide field of view and lightweight design (ideal for handheld or gimbal setups) make it a go-to option for vloggers. Its ability to include both the subject and surroundings in the frame without the need for a long selfie stick enhances its practicality for content creators.
Designed for Canon’s APS-C RF-mount cameras, the lens attaches directly without the need for an adapter. It also works with full-frame EOS R-series cameras, though it will operate in crop mode.
The Canon RF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is a compact powerhouse, offering ultra-wide versatility and superb image quality in a lightweight package. Its advanced stabilization, high-performance optics, and creative potential make it an excellent choice for APS-C camera users who value mobility without sacrificing results. Whether you’re a vlogger, traveler, or enthusiast photographer, this lens will expand your creative horizons with ease.
Compatible with:
Canon EOS R10
Canon EOS R100
Canon EOS R50
Canon EOS R7