An incredible zoom range can change the way you choose what you want to capture whether you shoot video, landscapes, portraits, travel, pets, or simply creative images that leverage a powerful zoom. The beauty of a 155mm zoom range on a lens like this is that it gives you approx. 88-336mm coverage for the ability to get really close images, without having to get really close. When using this lens with a full-frame camera, the sensor is digitally cropped to APS-C size giving you that extra zoom power. Excellent image quality Highlights include two UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) glass elements to minimize flare. Optical image stabilization up 4.5 stops of shake correctionOptical image stabilization up to 4.5 stops of shake correction. Up to 7.0 stops of shake correction when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS). Get in close With a focal length up to the equivalent of 336mm when paired with an APS-C sensor, this zoom lens lets you get close while keeping you at a safe distance. Lead Screw-type STM Canon’s stepping motor (STM) technology is especially effective at producing smooth, quiet autofocus during video recording, even in low light. This lens is a perfect choice for multi-media content creation with quiet autofocus. And, STM focus drive provides responsive, quick – and exceptionally quiet – AF during still-image shooting, as well. Impressively compact and light Coming in at just over half a pound (approx. 0.6 lbs./270g.) you can certainly carry this versatile zoom lens almost anywhere, and zoom-in to your surroundings to find the ultimate image that you are looking for.