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Canon lens choice: EF-S 18-55mm IS II or DC III?

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acalista30 -  
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Hello,

Which one to choose between the Canon 1100D EF-S 18-55mm IS II or EF-S 18-55mm DC III? I understand that IS stands for "Image Stabilizer," but what about DC? Which one should I choose?

Thank you for your advice!

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  1. Papy.G
     
    It is not labeled DC on the ring, but that is Canon's designation for this type of lens.
    As for the optical formula, it seems that the IS version has a later number, so between a DC and an IS, with the same number, the IS will be more recent. In practice, it appears that the optical blocks are identical between a DCII and an IS, or between a DCIII and an ISII; perhaps a sorting on the production lines with different quality tolerances allows for the best blocks to be mounted on the IS, while the others go on the contemporary generation DCs.
    Stabilization helps beginners avoid too much blur, but it won't be essential for an experienced user who is attentive enough with these focal lengths.
    Both are entry-level lenses, with good performance in terms of focusing and optical quality. However, they are not lenses of excellence, and their low aperture, mechanical structure, and optical construction will quickly show their limits.
    It is unrealistic to expect to take beautiful portraits with noticeable sharpness and significant separation of planes. As for landscapes, the field of view is quite narrow, and the flare, even from the sun far out of frame, is just astounding when one does not have the essential lens hood.
    In conclusion, they are decent lenses at a very attractive price when you do not already have them in a kit or through a gift, but the question arises whether to buy something else directly, for example:
    A stabilized 18-200 (max 5.6, not 6.3), even from a third-party brand, if on a tight budget, for some all-around souvenir photography.
    A true prime wide-angle or zoom with a shorter focal length range for landscapes.
    A 24/28-80/135 constant at 2.8 to do a bit of portrait work while remaining versatile.
    A prime 35/40/50 with a wide aperture to take portraits a little more seriously.
    I am not talking about Macro and Telephoto usages, which will require specific and costly techniques and equipment that exceed my expertise.
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  2. durock Posted messages 3145 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   2 629
     
    Hello

    Do you have a link for the EF-S 18-55mm DC III?
    DC is not a Canon designation but rather Sigma.

    Best regards
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    1. acalista30
       
      In fact, I believe I understand that it does not have an image stabilizer, even though its number (III) suggests that it is newer than the IS (II).
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    2. acalista30
       
      Thank you in advance!
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    3. durock Posted messages 3145 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   2 629
       
      The zoom does not say DC. So it's a Canon 18-55, which means it doesn't have stabilization.
      It is known for not being very good, in any case not as good as the 18-55 IS.
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  3. Byters
     
    Hello

    I am looking to buy a Canon EOS 1200D with an 18-55 DC III lens.

    This is my first DSLR; will it be okay?

    Thank you
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