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RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM

Canon RF · Zoom · APS C

RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM — 10–18mm f/4.5-6.3 for Canon RF, a popular choice in the canon lineup.

$329

Launch price

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Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

10-18 mm

Max Aperture

f/4.5-6.3

Mount

Canon RF

Coverage

APS-C

Stabilization

4 stops

Weight

165 g

Min Focus

15 cm

Filter Size

58 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Limited
1.0/ 10

Sports & Action

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking
  • · Optical image stabilization assists when shooting handheld

Video & Hybrid

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is vital for steady handheld panning
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation

Landscape

Good
6.0/ 10
  • · Ultra-wide angle (10mm) is perfect for sweeping landscapes
  • · Relatively light weight (165g) is easy to hike with

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Ultralight (165g) — perfect for all-day carry without fatigue

Wildlife

Limited
2.5/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is crucial to keep telephoto shots steady

Macro & Close-up

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Extremely close minimum focus distance of only 15 cm
  • · OIS stabilizes macro shooting, compensating for high-magnification handshake

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Built-in optical image stabilization
  • Lightweight design easy to carry all day

Cons

  • Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
  • Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)10 mm
Focal length (Max)18 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/4.5
Max aperture (Tele)f/6.3
Elements12
Groups9
Special elements1 Aspherical, 1 UD

Focus System

Min focus distance15 cm
Max magnification0.17 ×
Autofocus motorSTM
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationYes
OIS effectiveness4 stops

Physical Specs

Weight165 g
Length44.6 mm
Diameter69.2 mm
Filter thread size58 mm
Weather sealingNo
Diaphragm blades7

Compatibility

Lens mountCanon RF
Format coverageAPS-C

Features

Control ringNo
Custom function buttonNo