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Canon EF-S 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6 IS vs Canon RF-S 18–150mm F3.5–6.3 IS STM

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CanonEF-S 18–200mm f/3.5–5.6 ISCanonRF-S 18–150mm F3.5–6.3 IS STM
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2008June 2022
Optics
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal length18–200 mm18–150 mm
Maximum aperturef/3.5–5.6f/3.5–6.3
Minimum aperturef/22–36f/22–40
Optical construction16 elements in 12 groups17 elements in 13 groups
Special elementsTwo UD and two glass-moulded aspherical elements according to Canon Camera MuseumOne UD, one plastic-moulded and one glass-moulded aspherical element; Super Spectra coating; no fluorine coating
Aperture detail–Minimum f/22 at 18 mm and f/40 at 150 mm with one-third-stop display
CoatingsSuper Spectra coatings according to Canon UK–
DiaphragmSix blades with a circular aperture; minimum f/22–36 according to Canon Camera Museum, while Canon Japan's later specification table lists f/22–38Seven blades, circular aperture
Angle of viewHorizontal 64°30′–6°30′, vertical 45°30′–4°20′, diagonal 74°20′–7°50′ according to Canon Japan–
Mount and compatibility
MountsCanon EF-SCanon RF
Image circleAPS-CAPS-C
CompatibilityCanon EF-S compatible APS-C cameras; equivalent angle of view to approximately 29–320 mm on full frameCanon RF mount with APS-C image circle; full-frame EOS R cameras use an APS-C crop; RF extenders and EF extension tubes not compatible
Teleconverter supportCanon extenders are not compatible according to Canon Japan–
Adaptor supportCanon UK confirms EOS M compatibility using the EF-EOS M adapter–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.45 m0.12 m (manual focus)
Maximum magnification0.24×0.59× (manual focus)
Optical stabilisationYesYes
Autofocus detailConventional DC autofocus motor, without full-time manual focus override, according to PhotozoneSTM autofocus and electronic manual focusing
Focus distance detailInternal focusing with a non-rotating front filter thread; focus ring rotates during autofocus according to PhotozoneAutofocus minimum 0.17 m at 18–35 mm and 0.45 m at 150 mm; manual-focus minimum 0.12 m at 18–24 mm or 0.13 m at 35 mm
Magnification detailMaximum 0.24× at 200 mm according to Canon JapanAutofocus maximum 0.44× at 50 mm, per Japan maker table and Camera Museum; manual-focus maximum 0.59× at 35 mm
Stabilisation detailCanon states approximately four shutter-speed stops of optical correction; automatic distinction between normal and panning shotsOptical IS rated 4.5 stops on EOS R10 at 150 mm under CIPA, yaw/pitch; up to seven stops coordinated with EOS R7 sensor IS at 150 mm under CIPA, yaw/pitch; Dynamic IS for movies
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–No
Filter diameter72 mm55 mm
Maximum diameter78.6 mm69 mm
Length102 mm84.5 mm
Weight595 g310 g
ControlsAF/MF and stabiliser switches; focus and zoom rings; zoom transport lock at 18 mmCombined focus/control ring and zoom ring; AF/MF and IS controlled through camera settings
Zoom designExtending double-trombone barrel according to PhotozoneExtending barrel
Weather resistance–No dust or moisture resistance
Dimensions detail78.6 mm maximum diameter × 102 mm length; approximately 595 g according to CanonApproximately 69 mm maximum diameter × 84.5 mm length, retracted
Weight detail–Approximately 310 g lens
Lens hoodEW-78D hood and LP1116 pouch are optional accessories according to Canon JapanEW-60F, sold separately
In the boxLens, E-72 front cap, Lens Dust Cap E and user manual according to Canon UKLens, E-55 front cap, RF lens dust cap and user manual
Release detailCanon Camera Museum records September 2008 marketing. Canon Japan records announcement on 26 August and first sale on 27 September 2008; a UK first-sale day is not established by these sourcesJune 2022 marketed month in Canon Camera Museum

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