The 2042B002 Canon EFS 18-55mm Lens comes equipped with Optical Image Stabilizer technology which allows the user to take pictures four stops slower than otherwise possible. This is a feature that can only be found in the Canon EFS Zoom Lens f/3.5-5.6 IS. The Canon image stabilizer lens utilizes an aspherical lens to correct aberrations that may occur while taking photographs. The Canon EFS 18-55mm Lens creates a higher-quality zoom area. Due to a built-in circular aperture backgrounds not in focus are textured nicely. The 2042B002 Canon EFS 18-55mm Lens retains its compact nature even though it uses more advanced technology than similar models. It is the lens to use when a slow-time shutter is required for taking photographs. The Canon Image Stabilizer Lens was created to fulfill the needs of photographers who require a unit that is lightweight and can still take quality pictures. It is suitable for use by both amateur and professional photographers.