This lens has definitely made a difference in my ability to capture tack sharp images while being handheld. Love the focal range and the minimum focusing distance is adequate for most flower photography that is not micro.

Consistent Output; Easily Interchangeable; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Nice Bokeh; Strong Construction

I bought this to replace the kit lens (18-55) for my 450d, I also got to put my 28-75mm on the shelf. The focal range of this lens was the big attraction for me. I am happy with the look and feel of this lens, nice and tight, no creeping with camera down.

3 years no interest when I purchased it online

wide angle performance; EF-S mount

Excellent optics for a non-L lens. I recommend this at the main "walkaround" lens for crop-sensor Canon dSLRs. It's on my 60D or 80D for 90% of shots.

Used this lens and zoom telephoto as our only 2 lenses during a recent trip to Maui. Did well for me and the wide angle shots look great!

Consistent Output; Easily Interchangeable

I purchased this lens as a replacement for the 18-55mm kit lens that came with my T3i. I was looking for a good "walkaround" lens, and this fit the bill perfectly! The lens feels very solid..

Using with a Canon 7D for wedding and event photography, it has great response and the IS makes it worth the money.

Fast / accurate auto-focus; Strong Construction

Heavy

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Durable; Easy To Use; Lightweight; Reliable

I have a 50D and had been using a 28-135IS Lens. I thought my pictures looked great but I needed a lens that could go wider so I choose the 18-85. Picture look great so far (had less than a week).

A great lens. I bought this as a carry-around lens for general use on my EOS 550D. It easily outperforms the kit lenses, has a very handy range from quite wide to slightly zoomed, and is excellent in low light.

This is an amazing lens! Absolutely love it. Using as a "walk about " lens and love the extra at the wide angle end from my previous 18mm. Quick to focus and photos are clear, sharp,& colors vibrant. As close to an "L" lens you can get.

Consistent Output; Easily Interchangeable; Fast / accurate auto-focus; Nice Bokeh; Strong Construction