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RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
- 10-18mm
- f/4.5
- Wide Zoom
- Stabilized
- 150 g
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Quick answer
The RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM is a compact ultra-wide zoom for Canon APS-C RF cameras with stabilization, giving about a 16-29mm full-frame equivalent.
Pros
- Very compact (150 g)
- Image stabilization
- Wide-angle view on APS-C
Cons
- Slow variable aperture
- Relies on in-camera distortion correction
Verdict
A lightweight ultra-wide for RF APS-C owners.
About this lens
The Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM is an APS-C wide-angle zoom lens covering 10-18mm at f/4.5-6.3 for Canon RF mount cameras, with Image Stabilizer and stepping-motor autofocus. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 10-18mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.5
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2023
- Optical construction
- 12 elements in 10 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Autofocus motor
- STM
- Weight
- 150 g
- Length
- 44.9 mm
- Diameter
- 69 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM?
- Landscapes
- Interiors
- Vlogging
- Travel
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.6x | 16–29mm | 64–96.7° | 73.8–107° |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Canon RF-S 10-18mm be used on a full-frame EOS R camera?
Yes, but the camera crops the image to APS-C size, so you lose resolution compared with a full-frame lens. It is intended for APS-C bodies such as the R7, R10 and R50.
What is the equivalent focal length of the RF-S 10-18mm?
About 16-29mm in full-frame terms on Canon APS-C cameras. This comes from the 1.6x crop factor of Canon APS-C sensors.
Is the RF-S 10-18mm good for vlogging?
Yes. The wide view and small size suit handheld vlogging, and the optical IS helps stabilize footage.
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