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Buying a used Canon EF-S 18-135 STM lens. Any advice?

Started Feb 7, 2015 | Discussions thread
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Re: Buying a used Canon EF-S 18-135 STM lens. Any advice?

sashab wrote:

I am looking to buy a used Canon EF-S 18-135 STM lens. I have never bought a second-hand lens before. What should i look for/be aware of when it comes to purchasing a used lens?

Thanks!

I haven't heard of anyone having problems with this lens so far (which is a count in your favor).

Just put it through the usual paces. Check for wear and tear, check the AF, check the image stabilization, check for decentering (and CA), check for odd noise (this lens is very silent). Take some photos and see if you like them.

Good luck,

R2

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