Comparison of Canon EF-S 18-135mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 IS and Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Nikkor

Attribute	Canon EF-S 18-135mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 IS ×	Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Nikkor ×
Aperture (f)	3.50 - 38.00	3.50 - 38.00
Filter Size (mm)	67	67
Notes	EF-S lens mount, exclusively for bodies with APS-C sensors. Image Stabilization up to 4-stops. Optional lens hood.	Image Stabilization. DX Nikkor for use with Nikon APS-C digital SLR models. Included Accessories: HB-32 Bayonet lens hood, CL-1018 Flexible lens pouc
Closest Focus (m)	0.45	0.45
Magnification Ratio (x)	0.21	0.2
Zoom System	Rotary	Rotary
Type	Standard Zoom	Standard Zoom
APS Equivalent	29 - 216mm	27 - 157.5mm
Diaphragm Blades	6	7
Image Circle	APS-C	APS-C
Focal Length (mm)	18.00 - 135.00	18.00 - 105.00
Brand	Canon	Nikon
Name	Canon EF-S 18-135mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 IS	Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Nikkor
Weight (g)	455	420
Diaphragm Blades Type	rounded	rounded
Lens Construction	16 elements in 12 groups, including UD and aspherical elements	15 elements in 11 groups, including 1 ED and 1 hybrid aspherical element
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	11.50 - 74.30	15.30 - 76.00
Length (mm)	101	89
Diameter (mm)	75	76
Focus Details	Inner focusing; AF/MF switch with micro DC motor	Internal; AF-S "Silent Wave" motor