Appearance

The lens exterior is in beautiful, Mint condition. There are no noticeable scratches, dents, or significant cosmetic blemishes. It has been meticulously cared for, reflecting minimal signs of use. Please refer to the detailed product photos for a comprehensive view of its aesthetic condition.

Inspection Results

We performed a thorough inspection and confirmed the following:

• Autofocus (AF) / Helicoid: OK. Autofocus operates smoothly, quickly, and accurately in various lighting conditions. Manual focus also functions perfectly, with the helicoid turning fluidly and no signs of sticking or grinding. No "ERR-60" codes or similar errors were encountered during testing.
• Aperture: OK. The aperture blades are clean, move responsively, and stop down correctly across the full range. No oiling or sluggishness observed.
• Optics (Lens Elements):
  • Dirt/Dust: None visible.
  • Haze: None.
  • Fungus: Slight fungus present in the middle element. This is a common occurrence in older lenses and may or may not impact image quality depending on shooting conditions and aperture used.
  • Scratches: None.
  • Other: No balsam separation or significant internal damage.

Known Issues for This Model

The Canon EF-M 22mm F/2 STM lens, like some other STM lenses, is occasionally reported to experience:

• Autofocus Performance Issues: The stepping motor (STM) or internal drive gear can sometimes lead to inconsistent or slow autofocus, particularly with moving subjects. Manual focus might also stop working.
• "ERR-60" Code: A light impact could potentially misalign an internal encoder, triggering an "ERR-60" error.

Seller's Assessment: During our comprehensive testing, we specifically monitored for these known issues. We confirmed stable and accurate autofocus performance across various lighting conditions and subjects, and manual focus operated smoothly without any error codes. However, buyers should be aware of these potential model-specific quirks.

Included Accessories

• Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap

The items listed above are included together with the camera body. Please refer to the photos for everything you will receive.

Not Recommended For

This lens is NOT recommended for:

• Buyers who require optically perfect lenses with absolutely no internal blemishes, due to the presence of slight fungus in the middle element.
• Professional users who demand flawless autofocus performance for critical, high-speed, or constantly moving subjects, given the model's known potential for subtle AF inconsistencies (even if not observed in our tests).
• Collectors seeking a lens in absolutely pristine, factory-new condition.

This lens is ideally suited for enthusiasts or casual photographers looking for a compact, versatile wide-angle lens at a great value, understanding the noted optical condition.