Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM vs Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM is faster by 0.4 stops (f/3.5 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM is lighter by 90g.
- Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM goes wider (11mm vs 28mm).
- Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM reaches further (28mm vs 22mm).
- Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM is the newer design (2016 vs 2013).
| Spec | EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM | EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon EF-M | Canon EF-M |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Macro |
| Focal length | 11-22mm (wider) | 28mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/3.5 (faster) |
| Released | 2013 | 2016 |
| Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Format | aps-c | aps-c |
| Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Af motor | STM | STM |
| Elements | 12 | 11 |
| Weight g | 220.0 | 130.0 (lighter) |
| Length mm | 58.2 | 45.5 |
| Stabilized | Yes | Yes |
| Diameter mm | 60.9 | 60.9 |
| Min focus m | 0.15 | 0.097 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.3 | 1.0 |
| Filter mm | n/a | 43 |
Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
Ultra-wide zoom for EOS M that frames like roughly 18-35mm, introduced in 2013. It has image stabilization and a retracting barrel.
Pros
- Wide view for APS-C
- Image stabilization
- Compact
- Retracting design
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Noticeable distortion at 11mm
- EF-M mount only
Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM
A 2016 macro lens for EOS M with 1:1 magnification (1.2x in Super Macro mode) and a built-in LED macro light. It has image stabilization and a 43mm thread.
Pros
- 1:1 magnification, 1.2x in Super Macro
- Built-in LED lighting
- Image stabilization
- Compact at about 130g
Cons
- Very short working distance
- EF-M mount only
- f/3.5 maximum aperture