Standard zoom lens with an Image Stabilizer and high zoom ratio. With the Image Stabilizer turned on, you can obtain sharp, natural-looking pictures in dim lighting without using flash or a tripod. Very handy for places where flash is prohibited. Uses ring-type USM for swift, silent autofocus and full-time manual focus. Closest focusing distance is 20 in. (50 cm).
Specifications
| Construction | 12 groups /16 elements |
| Angle of view | 75° - 18° |
| F stop range | 3.5-22 (5.6-36) |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 0.5m / 1.6 ft. |
| Maximum Magnification | 1:5.26 |
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Dimensions (Length x Diameter) | 3.8" x 3.1" / 96.8 x 78.4mm |
| Weight | 18.9 oz. / 540g |