When you are comparing camera lenses filters, the first question is not the brand or the price-it is the mount. These four lenses point to three mounting directions: the Canon EF-S 18-55mm is an APS-C zoom, the Canon EF 70-300mm and the Canon EF 14mm are EF-mount lenses, and the TTartisan 27mm is for Fujifilm X-mount bodies. That is why the buying decision starts with your camera body, then moves to the focal range you actually need.
Quick take
If you need a plain everyday Canon APS-C zoom, the open-box Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 III is the entry point in this lineup. For longer reach, the open-box Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM covers full-frame EF bodies. If you shoot Fujifilm X and want a slim prime, the open-box TTartisan 27mm F2.8 AF is the compact choice. If you want an ultra-wide L-series prime, the used Canon EF 14mm f2.8 L II USM is the wide-angle specialist. The prices on these options run from $80 to $479, so the decision is less about budget tiers and more about mount, range, and acceptable condition.
| Lens | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Open Box) Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 III | USD 80.00 | |
| Open Box) Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Telephoto Zoom | USD 255.00 | |
| Open Box TTartisan 27mm F2.8 AF Lens For Fuji X Mount | USD 108.99 | |
| Canon EF 14mm f2.8 L II USM Lens | USD 479.00 |
Decision matrix
| Use Case | Closest Match | Accept This Trade-Off |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday Canon APS-C starter zoom | Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 III | Open-box condition, plastic exterior, variable aperture |
| Telephoto reach on Canon EF full-frame | Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM | Open-box condition and f/4-5.6 variable aperture |
| Compact prime for Fujifilm X bodies | TTartisan 27mm F2.8 AF | Fixed 27mm focal length and 39mm front filter thread |
| Ultra-wide L-series prime on Canon EF | Canon EF 14mm f2.8 L II USM | Used condition with minor cosmetic wear |
Product notes
Open Box) Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 III Zoom Camera Lens
This is the EF-S option in the group, and its format is APS-C, so it is aimed at Canon bodies built around that sensor size. The 18-55mm span is the sort of starter range that handles everyday wide-angle to short-telephoto shots. It comes with front and back lens caps even though the original box is not included. The 58mm filter thread is shared with the Canon EF 70-300mm in this set, which simplifies filter buying if both lenses are going to live in your bag. The trade-offs are the open-box condition, the missing original box, and the plastic exterior. The f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture also varies as you zoom.
Open Box) Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens
This lens gives you the longest reach of the four with its 70-300mm range, and the IS and USM in the name indicate image stabilization and a USM autofocus system. It uses the Canon EF mount and is positioned for full-frame bodies. At the short end it is a moderate telephoto, and at the long end it gets you to 300mm for tighter framing of distant subjects. It has the same 58mm front filter thread as the Canon EF-S 18-55mm, so you can use the same thread-on filters for both. The open-box condition is the main limitation to accept, and the f/4-5.6 aperture means the maximum opening changes as you zoom.
Open Box TTartisan 27mm F2.8 AF Lens For Fuji X Mount Cameras X-T10 X-T2 X-T30
This is the compact prime of the group. The TTartisan 27mm F2.8 is built for Fujifilm X-mount cameras, and the 27mm focal length is paired with a 56° angle of view and a 41mm equivalent focal length for everyday shooting. The pancake-style body measures less than 3cm, so it sits low against the camera. It has autofocus with manual focus override, and the aperture is controlled by a click ring that goes from F/2.8 to F/16. The limitation is that it is a prime: 27mm is fixed, so there is no zoom range to adjust framing. It also uses a 39mm front filter thread, which is separate from the 58mm Canon threads in this list.
Canon EF 14mm f2.8 L II USM Lens
This is the ultra-wide prime in the lineup, and the L in the name places it in Canon's L-series prime family. At 14mm, it reaches significantly wider than the 18-55mm and 70-300mm options. It includes autofocus and manual focus, and the maximum aperture is f/2.8. The condition is the story here: it is a used Canon USA model with minor cosmetic wear and no performance-affecting issues. It comes with end caps. That makes this lens a fit for a shooter who needs extreme wide-angle coverage and is comfortable with used-gear condition.
Final recommendation by use case
The decision flows from the camera body:
- For a Canon APS-C body and an everyday starter zoom, the open-box Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 III is the direct match.
- For a Canon EF full-frame body and more reach, the open-box Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM is the telephoto pick.
- For a Fujifilm X body and a slim everyday prime, the open-box TTartisan 27mm F2.8 AF fits the mount and the bag.
- For a Canon EF body and ultra-wide prime coverage, the used Canon EF 14mm f2.8 L II USM is the wide-angle specialist.
