Canon EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM vs Canon EF-M 32mm f/1.4 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 32mm f/1.4 STM is faster by 2.6 stops (f/1.4 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Canon EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is lighter by 25g.
- Canon EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM goes wider (18mm vs 32mm).
- Canon EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM reaches further (55mm vs 32mm).
- Canon EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM is the newer design (2018 vs 2012).
| Spec | EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM | EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon EF-M | Canon EF-M |
| Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Focal length | 18-55mm (wider) | 32mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.4 (faster) |
| Released | 2012 | 2018 |
| Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Format | aps-c | aps-c |
| Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Af motor | STM | STM |
| Elements | 13 | 14 |
| Weight g | 210.0 (lighter) | 235.0 |
| Length mm | 61.0 | 56.5 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 60.9 | 60.9 |
| Min focus m | 0.25 | 0.23 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.25 | 0.25 |
| Filter mm | n/a | 43 |
Canon EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
The 2012 EOS M kit zoom with image stabilization and STM focus. It is a small retractable lens that was bundled with most EOS M cameras.
Pros
- Compact
- Image stabilization
- Quiet STM focus
- Retracting barrel
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Soft in corners
- Plastic build
Canon EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM
A 2018 EOS M prime that frames like a 51mm lens on APS-C and has an f/1.4 aperture. It uses a 43mm filter thread and STM autofocus.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Quiet STM focus
- Compact
- Close focus of 0.23m
Cons
- No stabilization
- EF-M mount only
- Edges soften wide open