Excellent general-purpose lens due to its range and weight. I consider it to be the best kit lens choice compared to any other. As an EF-S lens, it only fits Canon crop bodies. A great performer due to its STM motor, it is an excellent solution for video. Adequately bright, although it may struggle with autofocus in less well-lit environments. Like all STM lenses, it does not have a depth of field indicator. It has satisfactory image stabilization, resulting in very stable handheld shots (both photo and video) even at 135mm. The only drawback is that the hood is not included and must be purchased separately. I highly recommend it.

Excellent lens especially for someone starting out.
Pros:
- Very good focal range
- Very good price for what it offers
- Extremely quiet in focusing and liveview due to the STM system. Particularly useful for cameras like the 70D

Cons:
- Struggles to focus in low light.