Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM vs Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro DX - Monture Canon EF-S
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Specification comparison
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| Specification | Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM | Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro DX - Monture Canon EF-S |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | canon-ef-s | canon-ef-s |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 18-55 mm | 11-16 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/4.0-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Prime | No | No |
| Stabilization (difference) | Yes | No |
Verdict
Pick the Tokina 11-16mm if you need a fast, ultra-wide zoom for landscapes or tight interiors and can work within its fixed 11–16 mm range. The Canon 18-55mm stays the better choice if you want a lighter, more flexible everyday zoom that covers wide to short-telephoto and costs less.