I've never been a friend of Kit lenses and have therefore my 550d bodysuit with a Canon EF 28-135mm 1: 3.5-5.6 IS USM lens fitted. With this lens'm very pleased and would not hesitate to recommend. However, it was soon clear that the restrictions hinder me (Naheinstellung> 0.5m and focal length in the vicinity of 28 x 1.6, for example, for recording in small rooms) but. After long deliberation I have yet 18-55mm 1 am for the Canon EF-S: 3.5-5.6 IS II Universal zoom lens as an additional "Notobjektiv" decided since I 1. the financial and 2. the (additional weight) comply with the framework wanted. And I must say: As part of the price-performance ratio and the targeted application area I am very satisfied with the lens. Conclusion: The lens I can highly recommend it as an ultra-light "hand luggage" and the prize for.