Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Ultra-compact standard zoom for APS-C mirrorless
Key Features
Lens Capabilities
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The Most Important Rings & Switches — Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
| Ring / Switch / Control | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Focus Ring | ~ Limited | Combined focus/control ring |
| Zoom Ring | ✓ Present | |
| Aperture Ring | ✗ Not Present | |
| AF/MF Switch | ✗ Not Present | Controlled via camera menu |
| Image Stabilisation Switch | ✗ Not Present | Controlled via camera menu |
| Focus Limiter Switch | ✗ Not Present | |
| Function (L-Fn) Button | ✗ Not Present | |
| Zoom Lock Switch | ✗ Not Present | Manual retractable mechanism |
| Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) | ✓ Present | |
| Weather Sealing | ✗ Not Present |
How-to Use Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
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Learn & Master Photography with Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
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Technical Specification
| Focal Length | 18-45mm |
| Aperture Range | f/4.5-6.3 to f/32 |
| Lens Construction | 7 elements in 7 groups |
| Min Focus Distance | 0.2m (18-35mm) / 0.35m (45mm) |
| Max Magnification | 0.16x |
| Filter Size | 49mm |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Stabilization | 4 stops (CIPA) |
| Autofocus Motor | Lead-screw STM |
| Weight | 130g |
| Dimensions | 69mm x 44.3mm (retracted) |
