The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II and the Canon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 II for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Canon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 II is the longer of the two lenses at 80mm. The Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II with a length of 66mm, is 14mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 II also has a larger diameter of 69mm compared to the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II's 60mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Canon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 II weighs 190g, 2% (5g) lighter than the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II's weight of 195g.
Filter Threads
The Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II has a filter size of 52mm whereas the Canon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 II has a 58mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II:
And these are the 58mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 II:
Lens Mounts
The Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR II has the Nikon F (DX) lens mount whereas the Canon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 II has the Canon EF-S lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600 for the Nikon F (DX) Mount and Canon T8i, Canon 90D and Canon SL3 for the Canon EF-S Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
18-55mm and the fastest aperture of
F3.5 - F5.6.
