Used Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II for Sale — From £25 | UsedLens.co.uk

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Great for: everyday general photography beginner photography travel in good light casual snapshots

Early Canon APS-C kit zoom without IS or STM, the baseline EF-S 18-55mm.

The Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II is one of the earliest iterations of Canon's APS-C kit lens, released in 2004 and bundled with entry-level EOS bodies including the 350D and 400D. It covers the standard 29-88mm equivalent range on APS-C sensors. The non-IS version is distinct from the subsequent IS and IS II variants that added optical image stabilisation; this lens has neither IS nor a USM or STM motor. As one of the first EF-S lenses produced, it helped establish Canon's APS-C DSLR market at a time when digital interchangeable-lens kits were becoming mainstream.

The optical design uses 11 elements in 9 groups. The 58mm filter thread is shared with many Canon EF and EF-S lenses, making filter carry-over practical within a Canon APS-C kit. At 190g the lens is light enough for comfortable all-day carry on entry-level EOS bodies. A minimum focus distance of 0.28m is closer than most kit zooms of the era, enabling informal close-up work on small subjects. There is no image stabilisation; handheld use at 55mm demands faster shutter speeds. Autofocus uses a DC micromotor — slower, louder, and less precise than Canon's USM or STM motors, without full-time manual focus override. The EF-S mount restricts compatibility to APS-C Canon bodies; the mount physically prevents fitting on full-frame EOS bodies. Build is lightweight plastic throughout, including the mount ring.

The EF-S 18-55mm II covers standard everyday situations in its intended use case: casual photography in adequate light. The DC micromotor is audible during AF operation — noticeably louder than USM or STM alternatives — and is poorly suited to video recording. Centre image quality at mid-apertures is acceptable; corners soften significantly at 18mm and distortion is visible at the wide end. Later IS versions improved on both characteristics. The 58mm filter thread is shared with many other Canon EF and EF-S lenses, making filter use practical. The lens remains functional on all APS-C EOS bodies and accepts the Canon EF-S lens hood.

On the used market this non-IS version is among the cheapest Canon lenses available and is primarily useful as a body-bundled replacement or when price is the only factor. The IS versions — EF-S 18-55mm IS, IS II, and IS STM — add image stabilisation and quieter AF at modest additional cost; the IS STM further adds smooth video AF and a metal mount. The IS STM is the recommended upgrade for current Canon APS-C shooters. Condition checks: AF motor response, zoom ring smoothness, plastic mount for cracks, and front element for scratches or haze.

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Used Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II price history

Tracking the used Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II price? Over the past two weeks, the average has fallen 2.3%, from £44 to around £43. Depending on age and condition, expect to pay between £37 and £51 for a used lens.

Average market price (line) and typical price range (shaded). Source: UsedLens daily price index, 11 Jun – 3 Jul 2026.