Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM vs Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
This is a full comparison between the lenses Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM and Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM.
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Product |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Name | Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM | Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
SKU | 0572C002 | |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Release Year | 2015 | 2022 |
Release Date | 2015-10-13 | 2022-05-24 |
MSRP | N/A | N/A |
Last known price | 249 USD | 0 USD |
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Lens Type |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Lens Type | Standard / Normal | Standard / Normal |
Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Mount | Canon EF-M | Canon RF |
Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | Yes |
Focus |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | Stepper motor | Stepper Motor |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | N/A | 20 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0,25 | 0,16 |
Aperture |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 15 mm F6,3 at 45 mm Variable Aperture |
F4,5-6,3
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F4,5 at 18 mm F6,3 at 45 mm Variable Aperture |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
Optics |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Construction | 10 elements / 9 groups | 7 elements / 7 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | Two aspherical elements |
Focal Length |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Focal Length | 15-45 mm | 18-45 mm |
Zoom Range | 30 mm | 27 mm |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 3.5 stops | 4 stops |
Physical |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Weather Sealing | No | No |
Diameter | 61 mm | 69 mm |
Length | 45 mm | 44 mm |
Weight | 130 gr | 130 gr |
Other |
Canon EF-M 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM |
Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 49 mm | 49 mm |
Lens Hood | Not Included | Not Included |
Lens Hood SKU | EW-53 | EW-53 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |