The Canon EF 24 to 105-millimeter f/3.5-5.6 Image Stabilization Stepper Motor Zoom Lens has many qualities that are typically found in an L series lens rather than a typical zoom lens. The price makes it appealing to novices and professionals alike. Regardless of if you prefer taking photographs or videos, the smooth and quiet autofocus and tracking features allow for zero noise disturbance. There is a special coating on the lens to help reduce the chances of ghosting and flares, ensuring every photo is of high quality. Despite this coating, the zoom lens is not weather sealed, so taking this lens out in rough weather is not a great idea. Since it is made of engineering plastic, it is a good travel lens since it is lightweight, but it still feels solid and of good quality.

This zoom lens' sharpness allows for minimal chromatic aberration, and the image stabilization makes it possible to use the lens without a monopod or tripod. The Canon 24 to 105-millimeter zoom lens also has a lens lock that prevents the lens from creeping, so your shots will remain in focus, regardless of if you bump the lens or not. Even though the image quality all around for this lens is high, the image quality is at its best at narrow apertures. If you are looking for a sharp lens that is up to L series standards with a non-L series price point, this is the lens for you.